Ashadow falls on the pavement beneath the Rodenkirchener Brücke. It’s not just any shadow; it’s cast by the Geisterrad Rodenkirchener Brücke Köln, a solemn white bicycle. This ghost bike, as it’s also known, isn’t here for show. It’s a chilling reminder of a life lost, a silent plea for safer streets. Right here, on January 15th, 2019, a 57-year-old cyclist lost his life. He was struck by a car while crossing the Rheinuferstraße under this very bridge. The Geisterrad Rodenkirchener Brücke Köln stands as a memorial to him and a symbol of the ongoing struggle for cyclist safety in Cologne. It’s a stark reminder that even in a bustling city, tragedy can strike. The ghost bike serves as a call to action, urging us all to be more aware and to advocate for better infrastructure to protect cyclists.
Skulpturenpark Stammheim
A golden winged pug surveys the Rhine. That’s how many remember the Skulpturenpark Stammheim. This isn’t just any park. It’s