Insights and stories
Welcome to our insights and stories page. Here, we share inspiring updates, practical experiences and fresh perspectives on sustainable mobility. Discover how we and our partners are setting people in motion, in Belgium and beyond. One step, pedal and policy at a time.
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Cycling school XS: cycling lessons for vulnerable children
From 20 September, De Fietsschool will offer free cycling lessons for primary school children in Leuven. In four lessons, children who cannot yet keep their balance on a bicycle learn how to pedal independently. This way, they enjoy more freedom of movement.
Research report 'The diversity of cyclists in the Flemish city centres'
A new report by Mobiel 21 maps the diversity of cyclists in Flanders' central cities. The report offers policymakers insights for a more inclusive cycling policy.
How do we make cycling even more inclusive?
A new report by Mobiel 21 maps the diversity of cyclists in Flanders' central cities. The report offers policymakers insights and tools for an inclusive and local cycling policy.
Velodrome factory conquers Zoersel
For 'Velodrome Factory', residents and attendants from various care homes jumped on their bikes to enjoy wind in their hair and draw attention to the mobility of less mobile people.
E-book Citizens full of tips for Car Free Sunday
Inspiration to get your neighbours excited or the fastest way to get a Car-Free Sunday on your local council's agenda? This e-book is for anyone who urgently needs a Car-Free Sunday.
State secretary de Moor teaches Arendonk asylum seekers how to ride a bicycle
For International Bike Day on 3 June, State Secretary for Asylum and Migration Nicole de Moor jumps on her bike. At the Arendonk reception centre, she visited a pilot project of BE CYCLE, which teaches asylum seekers to cycle.
BE CYCLE: The bicycle as a mobility solution in asylum centres
In the Fedasil project BE CYCLE, De Fietsschool is working with Groep Intro and HERW!N to develop a sustainable approach to cycling initiatives in Flemish and Brussels asylum centres.
Telraam wins prestigious prize in Leipzig
Telraam, the traffic sensor that allows citizens to count the traffic on their streets themselves, won the prestigious 'Smart Pedal Pitch' at Velo-city in Leipzig. The Belgian invention is also gaining popularity in other countries.
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