Puget Sound Transportation Blog

My thoughts on transportation in the Puget Sound area and transportation issues in general.

European Road Trip

Hello. I am in Germany this week for training. In the 2 days I have been in Europe I have already seen some amazing things, from elevated roundabouts in Paris to short exit tapers on the Autobahn. I will eventually post photos of the trip as I get them.

First, the elevated roundabout in Paris. On final approach into DeGaulle I saw this: Elevated roundabout

It appears the freeway runs underneath and the on/off ramps lead up to this roundabout. Interesting concept. Theoretically having no lights or signage at the top should improve flow yet the fact you wouldn’t see oncoming traffic until the end creates a problem.

Ben

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