Safe on the road: blind spots and visibility
At the Zurich City Police stand, visitors can experience the dangers of blind spots at first hand - and receive important tips on visibility in road traffic.
If you want to move safely through city traffic - whether by bike, e-scooter or on foot - you need to be aware of the dangers that often lurk in the shadows. One of the biggest sources of danger is the blind spot. It is frightening how quickly cyclists can disappear from the field of vision of lorry drivers - and this is exactly what the Zurich City Police will be demonstrating at Cycle Week.
A real lorry will be available at the city police stand on Lagerstrasse. Anyone who wants to can get behind the wheel and change their perspective: suddenly it becomes clear why the blind spot is so dangerous. Even if cyclists or pedestrians feel that they are clearly visible, dangerous situations can arise surprisingly quickly. The experience in the lorry creates aha moments that have a lasting effect.
The Zurich city police will also be providing information on how important visibility is for greater road safety. Visitors will receive helpful information and recommendations on reflective materials, lighting and behaviour in road traffic - specially tailored to everyday urban life in Zurich. The police officers on site will be available to answer questions and provide practical tips.
