The Radoffensive Graz 2030 is more than just a plan – it is our shared mission to make Graz an even more bike-friendly city! With this overarching cycling traffic plan, we are setting new standards and guidelines so that by the year 2030, numerous new kilometers of bike paths will be created.
Even now, Graz is a true cyclist city, and the numbers speak for themselves: The share of cyclists among Graz residents currently stands at a proud 20%. In the city center, it is even 25%, and even in the Graz surrounding area, 17% ride their bikes. Just imagine how much more that could increase!
Why Cycling in Graz is So Awesome
The Radoffensive has clear goals that will excite us all:
- Cycling becomes an adventure: You can rediscover the city – all without the annoying search for parking. No more parking searches, that's music to the ears, right?
- Cycling becomes safe: With separate bike paths and traffic calming measures, safety for all road users increases. That makes cycling even more fun!
- Cycling becomes attractive: Your bike is already the fastest means of transport in the city. Direct connections are intended to further enhance the quality. Fast connections that get you to your destination even quicker!
Current Projects and Important Facts
Things are already happening! In the south of Graz, a new pedestrian and cycling bridge is being built by the state of Styria, connecting Murfeld and Feldkirchen. A great initiative that opens up new paths for us!
The Radoffensive is a major undertaking, and here are some of the most important data and facts that the source reveals:
- A funding of 1 million is planned.
- A target of 1% cyclists by 2030 has been set – a special detail that encourages us all to think about how we can achieve this goal together.
- The implementation is scheduled for 1 year, which shows how dynamically the expansion of the cycling infrastructure network is being advanced.
On the timeline of the Radoffensive Graz 2030, exciting projects are set to be implemented gradually. These include:
- Cycling playgrounds
- The GRW Murfeld Weinzöttl
- The cycling street Sturzgasse
Fit for Cycling Together!
The city of Graz is getting us fit for cycling! There are mobility training sessions and consultations for different target groups, so you can be safe and confident on the road. Additionally, numerous funding opportunities related to cycling await you. And of course, we must not forget the joint City Cycling Graz – a great opportunity to ride through our beautiful city with like-minded people!
Your Stories – Cycling in Graz from First-Hand
What would the Radoffensive be without the people who experience Graz by bike? Here are some voices from our community that show how diverse cycling in Graz is:
- Manuela from Wildon rides as often as possible, even the 15 kilometers to her workplace at Graz Airport. In her private life, she enjoys being active.
- Dominik from Graz, a bike courier at Velo Food, knows the city from a cyclist's perspective best and is always the fastest to his destination, both professionally and privately.
- Erna from Graz has been cycling her whole life, even as a former employee of the city of Graz. Even in retirement, cycling keeps her fit!
- Isabella and Thaddäus do all their daily errands exclusively by bike and enjoy clearing their minds after work.
- Sahil from Graz, who came from India eight years ago, is almost exclusively on his bike and has lost 15 kilograms along the way. A great success story!
- Birgit from Gratkorn is a passionate road cyclist and also rides a trekking bike in Graz. Soon she will explore the city with her son in a child seat.
- Manfred from Graz has been cycling for 63 years – his elixir of life! In the city center, he only travels by bike.
- For Katrin from Graz, environmental protection is important. The bike is, for her, the fastest, most enjoyable, and least stressful means of transport for work, shopping, and sports.
- Simon from Graz, a student and convinced cyclist, has consciously chosen not to get a driver's license since he doesn't need a car in the city. By the way, he assembles his bikes himself!
- Stefanie from Graz has been living more consciously and sustainably since the birth of her daughter and takes many cycling trips with her family.
- Her daughter Palina from Graz rides with mom Stefanie to the nursery and thinks there is always something going on.
- Denys from Graz has been cycling since he was four years old, loves the feeling of freedom, and enjoys discovering new places.
- Mai and Noah from Graz, who live in the north of Graz, ride their bikes every day and often use their cargo bike. They have never owned a car.
- Márton, Mira & Nora from Graz: Márton, as a young father, is often out and about with his two daughters in the cargo bike, which they really enjoy.
- Another Simon from Graz uses his bike for daily trips to university, work, and errands, for sports purposes, and even deals with cycling traffic both professionally and at university.
- Lisa from Graz has been firmly in the saddle since she was three years old because sports and environmental protection are very important to her.
These stories show that cycling in Graz is not only practical but also a true passion. The Radoffensive Graz 2030 will further strengthen this enthusiasm and make our city even more livable!
Stay tuned, be part of it, and discover Graz on two wheels! We'll see you on the new paths!
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Source: https://rad.graz.at
