Every year, approximately 3000 cyclists triumphantly pedal through the Rhine River Tunnel during the ADFC star ride event.
In the heart of North-Rhine Westphalia, cycling activists recently took to the streets of Düsseldorf, braving cold headwinds and rain, to demand safer cycling conditions and improved infrastructure. Susanne Niemann, chairwoman of the ADFC state association NRW, called on politicians to set clear priorities for safe cycling paths.
The ADFC, Germany's largest cycling club, has been actively advocating for better cycling infrastructure in Düsseldorf. However, specific protests and demands from the ADFC in the city are less prominent in the search results, with other groups such as Hafenalarm and the Bündnis Mobilitätswende Düsseldorf leading the charge for change.
These groups are pushing for the immediate construction of a protected bike path on Trippelsberg and a broader enhancement of cycling infrastructure across Düsseldorf. They aim to improve route signage, address traffic issues like stationary truck traffic, and make the city more bike-friendly.
Recent leadership changes within the ADFC in Düsseldorf might signal a renewed focus on local cycling issues. Daniela Günther, the new chairwoman, urged decision-makers in all cities and communities in NRW to implement long-delayed plans for cycling infrastructure.
The bike demo, which spanned around 18 kilometers, included crossing two Rhine bridges and the Rhine tunnel, which was exclusively for cyclists for a few minutes. Surprised motorists were held back by the police in favor of the bike demo.
The event also saw the introduction of innovative solutions, such as a vehicle with aerodynamic cover capable of reaching an average speed of 30 kilometers per hour. The demonstration also highlighted the versatility of folding bikes as a means of transportation in daily life, connecting cycling routes and public transport.
Activists from all over the country participated in the Düsseldorf bike demo, echoing the motto: "Stop talking - start acting!" Vera Konrad, a member of the newly founded "Young ADFC" from Mönchengladbach, collected signatures to restore a protected cycle lane removed by the city administration.
The local election in September serves as a reminder for decision-makers in NRW. As the demand for sustainable and bike-friendly cities grows, the ADFC continues to push for more action on cycling from politicians in the region.
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