Speed ​​camera operation in Wernau: Speed ​​limit 50 now controlled!

Speed ​​camera operation in Wernau: Speed ​​limit 50 now controlled!

On October 8, 2025, the police in Wernau (Neckar) carried out speed measurements. The controls took place at a single location in order to increase traffic safety in the Esslingen area. As news.de reports, the speed camera station on Esslinger Straße was connected to the Postcode 73249 established in Pfauhausen. There is a speed limit of 50 km/h, which is strictly monitored.

The speed measurements not only serve to punish violations, but above all to improve traffic safety. To ensure that road users adhere to the prescribed speeds, the authorities recommend that they always adapt to the existing speed limits and the respective traffic situation.

Measuring methods and applications

In Germany, various methods are used for speed measurements, including laser measurements, radar measurements and induction loops. According to ADAC, it is also permitted to flash on inclined roads or in curves, provided the technical requirements are adhered to. In addition, speed measurements may be carried out under a wide range of weather conditions, including rain or snow.

How the various measurement methods work is different: Laser measurements use laser beams to determine the vehicle speed, while radar measurements use electromagnetic waves and determine the speed using the Doppler effect. Induction loops, on the other hand, work by detecting vehicle movement via magnetic field changes placed under the road. Each of these processes must be technically tested and approved before use.

Legal situation and fines

The federal states largely regulate themselves where such measurements can be carried out. This means that numerous guidelines must be observed, including minimum distances between traffic signs and measuring systems, which are usually between 150 and 200 meters. Private companies are generally only allowed to participate in speed measurements to a limited extent, and the camouflage of the measuring devices can vary depending on the federal state. For example, in Bavaria no artificial camouflage is allowed, while natural camouflage is permitted.

Fines for speeding depend on the amount of the violation and are set out in the nationwide catalog of fines. The consistent monitoring of speed by the police should not only have a deterrent effect, but also contribute to general road safety.

In summary, it can be said that the speed measurements in Wernau are an important part of the traffic safety measures in Baden-Württemberg. The police appeal to all road users to observe the applicable speed limits and to drive safely.