verkehrsarm
Verkehrsarm describes a spatial condition in which motor vehicle traffic is intentionally minimized to create areas with low traffic density. The term is used in urban and transport planning to denote neighborhoods, streets, or districts where through-traffic is discouraged in order to prioritize pedestrians, cycling and local accessibility.
Typical characteristics of verkehrsarme areas include low average daily traffic volumes, reduced speeds and design measures
The goals of establishing verkehrsarme zones are to reduce noise and emissions, lower the risk of accidents,
The concept is widely used in German-speaking regions and is implemented via municipal or regional planning