Reconstruction work on Tallinn’s Lauteri t\u00e4nav is scheduled to begin on December 3, with traffic in the area affected.<\/p>\n
According to a press release, the work on Lauteri t\u00e4nav includes the reconstruction of utility networks, the building of new pedestrian and cycling paths and planting of greenery.<\/p>\n
“The reconstruction of Lauteri t\u00e4nav has two main goals. First, we want to create a safe and comfortable space for everyone \u2013 pedestrians, cyclists and drivers. This includes building a dedicated cycle path and calming traffic. Second, we aim to connect the street more closely with Lembitu Park. At the moment the park feels like a separate island that is not easy to reach. With new pedestrian crossings and rest areas, we will make the park much more accessible,” said Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski (SDE).<\/p>\n
The city will renew underground utilities on Lauteri t\u00e4nav and redesign the street space to make it safer and more people-friendly.<\/p>\n
The reconstruction covers the entire street, including the Lauteri\u2013R\u00e4vala and Lauteri\u2013Liivalaia intersections. One traffic lane for motor vehicles will remain. The city will add parking spaces, pedestrian and cycling paths, and a new bus bay at the Hotell Ol\u00fcmpia public transport stop.<\/p>\n
“Lauteri t\u00e4nav \u00a0in the city center is used intensively by pedestrians, drivers and cyclists, which makes it important that the urban space supports different modes of travel and is also pleasant to spend time in,” said Silja V\u00e4rtina, head of the Construction Division of the Tallinn Urban Environment and Public Works Department.<\/p>\n
During the works, district cooling pipelines as well as new water, sewage and gas pipelines will be installed along the entire street. The contractor will renew road surfaces, improve street lighting, and make intersections safer.<\/p>\n
During the construction work, the street will be closed to regular traffic. Bus routes 3, 16, 23, 54 and 67 will be diverted via Liivalaia t\u00e4nav and R\u00e4vala puiestee. The city advises people moving in the area to allow extra travel time, as walking distances to stops may increase.<\/p>\n
The latest information about timetables, routes and stop locations affected by the reconstruction work can be found (in Estonian) here.<\/a><\/p>\n —<\/p>\n Follow ERR News on Facebook<\/a> and X<\/a> and never miss an update!<\/p>\n