Luminescent markings to guide cyclists in Plouzané

At the suggestion of Brest Métropole, the commune of Plouzané volunteered to be a test town for our LuminoKrom® luminescent road markings.

In March 2021, Brest Métropole implemented an innovative project on the greenway linking Castel Nevez to the town of Plouzané, underlining its commitment to safe, sustainable mobility.

LuminoKrom® luminescent paint was specifically applied to improve night-time visibility on this path, which is very popular with cyclists and pedestrians.

Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente

The project included the installation of a continuous axial strip along the road, as well as animation markings at the crossing points with Rue Auriol, areas often subject to complex interactions between different road users. These photoluminescent markings capture light during the day and release it at night, providing an environmentally-friendly light source that enhances safety without additional energy expenditure.

Carried out by Brest Métropole's own teams, this initiative illustrates the city's determination to promote innovative solutions for its infrastructure. It contributes to safer travel by reducing the risk of accidents and facilitating user orientation in low-light conditions, making this greenway a model of accessibility and safety.

 

Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente

 

Realization feedback

«It encourages soft mobility in unlit areas, but also complements street lighting. It makes city traffic safer, by enhancing visibility of obstacles and danger zones in strategic locations, such as intersections. »
Léonard Vassor, Mobility Department, Brest Métropole (BM)

 

« This innovative paint stores sunlight during the day and releases it throughout the night. With no energy expenditure, several dangerous areas will be marked out to make night-time travel safer. »
Florian Prével, Deputy Sustainable Development Officer

Luminescent marking - Site information
  • Client: Brest Métropole
  • Nature of the work: LuminoKrom® luminescent paint markings on the green lane - An axial strip and/or animation markings will be applied at intersections with rue Auriol
  • Site of the work: Greenway linking Castel Nevez to the town of Plouzané
  • Applicator: On site
  • Date of completion of the LuminoKrom® marking: March 2021

 

All photos of the project
Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente
Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente
Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente
Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente
Piste cyclable Plouzané avec peinture luminescente