This community in Germany is a walking, cycling paradise

There is an article in today’s New York Times about a planned community in Germany where cars are parked in garages on the edges of the community and everyone walks or bikes inside to get around. From the article:

Many people move to Vauban not for environmental reasons, but because they feel that a car-free environment is far better for children. Indeed, children are everywhere! With no cars on the streets, many residents call Vauban a children’s paradise, where youngsters wander from a young age in safety. Even some residents who say they miss the convenience of a car at their doorstep have concluded that it is worth the tradeoff.

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