Dortmund Celebrates Sustainable Mobility During European Week
Dortmund, a city committed to sustainable mobility, showcased its dedication during the European Mobility Week. The city hosted various events, including a bike tour and a 'Bike Thank-You Festival', engaging children, young people, and adults. Notably, NRW's Minister for Culture and Science, Ina Brandes, presented the new bike map 'Sustainable Routes to Culture' to the European Commission.
The week kicked off with 75 fifth and sixth graders from Hauptschule Husen participating in a school action. They experienced traffic safety at various stations, learning essential skills for cycling and walking. Meanwhile, 243 kindergarten children designed their personal routes to kindergarten in a coloring competition, winning bicycle helmets as rewards.
The city also organized a guided bike tour to housing projects. Participants received 'UmsteiGERN' bags with the latest issue of Dortmund's bike magazine 'We Ride Dortmund'. The 'Bike Thank-You Festival' in the tunnel under the B1 offered cyclists and pedestrians treats and a cozy atmosphere.
The 'Snail Race' station helped children train balance and feel safe on their bikes. Additionally, 120 third and fourth graders from Nordmarkt elementary schools learned traffic behavior at the 'Traffic Safety and Mobility' experience tour. The initiative Green Culture Dortmund provided musical accompaniment on the city's tram during a 'Culture Tour', presenting their new bike map to Minister Ina Brandes.
Dortmund's participation in the European Mobility Week highlighted the city's dedication to promoting sustainable transport and traffic safety. The diverse range of activities engaged various age groups, fostering a culture of environmentally friendly behavior. The presentation of the new bike map 'Sustainable Routes to Culture' to the European Commission further cemented Dortmund's commitment to sustainable mobility.
