Concerns Rise Over Decline in Children's Cycling Skills

Many children struggle with basic motor skills, impacting their ability to ride bicycles safely.

Kirsten Lühmann, soon to be President of the Verkehrswacht, highlights a decline in children's cycling abilities due to poor motor skills.
A significant portion of children have difficulties with activities like balancing and climbing, which are fundamental to learning to ride a bike.
Research shows that children who use balance bikes before transitioning to bicycles have improved mobility.
Approximately one-third of parents do not adequately support their children in learning to ride, contributing to the issue.
The Verkehrswacht has launched a campaign to provide bicycles and helmets to youth traffic schools, celebrating its 100th anniversary.