Wedel steps into the pedals: 82,732 kilometers when cycling!

Wedel steps into the pedals: 82,732 kilometers when cycling!

Wedel, Deutschland - On June 14th, the three-week city cycling campaign in the Pinneberg district ended, and the results for Wedel are a real reason to be happy. With 454 participants, the Wedeler cycled a total of 82,732 kilometers. So the city secured the 2nd place in the circle, only one place behind Pinneberg and in front of Rellingen. Who are the big winners of the competition? The Johann-Mrist-Gymnasium (JRG) achieved the best performance in Wedel and covered an incredible 11,723 kilometers, which brought them the 4th place in the entire district and the third best result among schools. Four of the five best placements in Wedel actually went to schools, a clear indication that the younger generation in particular puts on the bike.

The top 5 placements in Wedel show impressive results:

• 1. Johann-Mrist-Radelnen: 11,723 km
• 2. SC Rist Wedel: 8,242 km
• 3. Open team - Wedel: 7,395 km
• 4. Trioptics: 5,810 km
• 5. Hugo: 5,207 km

The importance of bicycle in everyday life

Patricia Römer, who was recognized as a city cycling star in Wedel, emphasized the significant role of the bicycle as an everyday transport. She emphasized that it is not just about sporting performance, but about sustainable transport in our city. Climate protection and sustainability are at the top of the agenda. According to the information from city bike, the campaign should help motivate as many people to motivate as many people to cycle as possible. Because every kilometer counts - whether with a pedelec or a classic bike.

With regard to cycling, it can be determined that experts appreciate up to 30 % of car journeys in metropolitan areas. This is not just about environmental protection, but also about the health of the citizens. Daily 30 minutes of moderate movement can reduce the risk of civilization diseases and even increase life expectancy, as the Federal Environment Agency explains.

an outlook on the future

The planning for the next year begins in autumn 2023. This is what the organizers want to use the success and positive experiences from this year's urban cycling to inspire even more people for cycling. The Initiative is supported by the city of Wedel, the Stadtsparkasse Wedel and the ADFC Wedel, where Wedel Marketing thanked.

at a time when the importance of sustainable mobility is increasingly coming to the fore, such events are of great importance. Cycling is not only an environmentally friendly type of transportation, but also promotes health and means more quality of life in our cities. The bicycle could thus become a serious alternative to motorized transportation, with the right funding.