Helsinki has introduced a unique road marking for cyclists on Pohjoiselle Rautatiekatu – a salmiakki (salty licorice) pattern painted on the road surface. The intention is to guide and alert cyclists, though the specific message conveyed by the pattern remains unclear to many. Road safety experts report never having encountered this type of marking before. The city has not yet released details regarding the purpose or expected impact of the salmiakki design. Initial observations suggest cyclists are not universally understanding the markings’ intended meaning. Further evaluation will be needed to determine the effectiveness of this unconventional approach to cycle lane delineation.