Bicycle for every third grade child: Graz launches bike bonus initiative

Bicycle for every third grade child: Graz launches bike bonus initiative

In an exciting step to promote cycling culture among children in Graz, the Graz children's cycling bonus is being expanded to all primary schools. This means that over 2,300 third graders benefit from an attractive bonus of 250 euros, which makes it easier to buy their own children's bike. This step comes in time for the students' upcoming bicycle test.

The focus on the third grade is intended to arouse enthusiasm for cycling at an early stage and ensure that the bicycles are available in time for the upcoming cycling training. Deputy Mayor Judith Schwentner emphasizes the importance of this project: "A bike for every child is one of my heart's projects. Every child should have the opportunity to travel safely on their own bike. With the children's bike bonus, we make it easier for children to have access to bikes and promote environmentally friendly transportation options."

Process and details of the cycling bonus

Wolfgang Feigl, head of the traffic planning department, is convinced that Graz is at the forefront with this project. "After the first pilot phase last year, we are now well prepared to implement the project fully at all primary schools. Numerous bicycle dealers support us in promoting the idea of ​​cycling from childhood," he said.

• Der Gutschein richtet sich an alle in Graz gemeldeten Kinder, die die 3. Klasse besuchen.
• Die Verteilung der Gutscheine erfolgt in zwei Zeiträumen: im November 2024 und Januar 2025.
• Die Gutscheine können mit einem ausgefüllten Formular bei der Holding Graz am Andreas-Hofer-Platz abgeholt werden.
• Über 15 Fahrradhändler:innen sind bereits an dem Projekt beteiligt.
• Der Gutschein kann für Kinderfahrräder, Sicherheitsausstattung wie Helme oder Lichter sowie für Fahrradservices genutzt werden.

This initiative not only shows the city of Graz's commitment to the safety of its children, but also its desire to promote cross-generational enthusiasm for cycling. All interested parents and children can obtain further information about the cycling bonus much more easily, as a compilation of the details is available in the press. For more information and not to miss any details, you should Visit the Holding Graz website.