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Fake Bus Stops

Germany is known for its well-maintained public transport system. In fact, you will find working bus stops around every corner in every town. However, if you ever see one of these signs, you will end up waiting indefinitely for your bus. This is due to the fact that this bus stop is actually fake. In fact, they are strategically placed around old age and nursing homes so that any wandering residents with Alzheimer’s are not able to board a bus unattended.

Shutterstock/La fotisto
Shutterstock/La fotisto

Whenever a patient with Alzheimer’s goes missing, nurses immediately know to look for them at these bus stops.