Project summary
The project resulted in the successful construction of a 500-meter-long overpass connecting Duga Street and Borinačka Street. In addition, 4.176 kilometers of connecting roads were reconstructed, bus stops were built, and 2.99 kilometers of cycling trails and footpaths were constructed along the access roads and the overpass. These improvements have enhanced traffic flow, improved safety for all road users, and strengthened sustainable mobility options in the area.
The implementation of the project successfully eliminated bottlenecks on the existing connecting roads, leading to reduced travel time to the city center. As a result, the share of travel by public transport and bicycles increased compared to car usage, and overall traffic safety for all road users was significantly improved.
The City of Vinkovci successfully implemented the project “Construction of Overpass Duga ulica – Borinačka ulica and Access Road in the City of Vinkovci,” which connected all parts of the city and promoted the integration of multiple modes of transport—cars, buses, bicycles, and pedestrians—into a cohesive system. Through the construction of a 500 m long overpass, the modernization of a 4.18 km access road, and the development of 2.99 km of bicycle and pedestrian paths, the project effectively eliminated bottlenecks on existing access roads to the city center. As a result, it reduced travel time, encouraged a shift from car use to public transport and cycling, and improved the overall functionality and safety of the city’s transport network.
The project enabled the integration of various modes of transport in Vinkovci, including bicycle, pedestrian, public city transport, road, and freight traffic. Its implementation was aligned with other ongoing initiatives in the city—such as the modernization of the public bus fleet, improvements to the water and communal infrastructure through the construction of a sewerage network, and efforts to boost bicycle traffic by developing dedicated cycling infrastructure. With the completion of the overpass and access roads, the City of Vinkovci has laid the groundwork for optimizing public bus routes. The anticipated rerouting, made possible by significantly reduced travel times, is expected to further increase the number of public transport users.
Project results
The project resulted in the construction of the Duga ulica – Borinačka ulica overpass and its accompanying access road in the city of Vinkovci, significantly improving intra-city connectivity.
The completed project has significantly improved public urban transport in Vinkovci by removing key bottlenecks that previously hindered the development and functionality of the city’s public transport system. By constructing the overpass and access roads, the project has enhanced connectivity between urban neighborhoods and surrounding settlements, directly supporting the objectives outlined in the City of Vinkovci’s Transport Master Plan.
The new infrastructure promotes the use of sustainable transport by integrating various modes—road, pedestrian, cycling, and public buses—while also increasing safety and accessibility, particularly through the construction of bus stops adapted for people with special needs. As a result, the project has boosted mobility for citizens of all ages, improved service levels, and reduced traffic congestion, making a substantial contribution toward the strategic goal CI1 of improving public passenger transport infrastructure and the specific goal CI1-M2 related to the modernization of road infrastructure serving public transport and freight.
The implementation of the project—construction of the overpass and access road—has enabled the redirection of local traffic onto a modernized route and a newly constructed grade-separated crossing. This has significantly shortened travel times to the city center and reduced vehicle congestion on existing roadways. As a result, the use of public transportation, cycling, and walking has increased, directly contributing to improved environmental outcomes. Additionally, the project supports a more balanced modal split by encouraging active and sustainable modes of transport within the city.