Frankenberg wins despite train failure: thanks to online votes in Vienna!

Frankenberg wins despite train failure: thanks to online votes in Vienna!

Frankenberg recently secured a remarkable title: the city was recognized as an “international model project”. This was done as part of a ceremony in Vienna, where the mayor of Frankenberg, together with the cycling officer Sophie Berkenkopf, was present through a video greeting message. They used this virtual way to thank the jury and the VCÖ for the honorable award.

Unfortunately, the local delegation could not personally accept the price, since a train failure prevented the journey due to the current flood situation. "Many thanks also to everyone who voted in the online voting for Frankenberg. I am sure that many of them came from the region," emphasized the mayor in her video. This participation and support from the community clearly show how many people are behind the efforts of the city.

The meaning of the award

The award as a "international role model project" is not only a prestigious honor, but also represents an important step for the city. This recognition could help to position Frankenberg as a positive example of sustainable urban development and targeted traffic planning. Above all, the focus on cycling strategies is highlighted here, which can be attractive to the city's future initiatives and projects.

The jury chose Frankenberg based on specific measures and innovative approaches in the field of cycling. Such initiatives are of the utmost importance in the context of the current challenges of urban mobility and the need to reduce carbon emissions. More information on the background of this impressive award and the measures led to nomination can be found in the report on www.mittelhessen.de .

Overall, Frankenberg's achievement shows that even smaller cities are able to make significant progress in sustainable urban planning and to be perceived by others as role models. Such successes can serve as inspiration for similar projects in other regions and have a positive impact on environmentally friendly mobility solutions.