Free pedelec training for seniors: safe through Bad Homburg!

Free pedelec training for seniors: safe through Bad Homburg!

Am Wolfsgarten, 61250 Usingen, Deutschland - Today, on June 13, 2025, in Bad Homburg v. d. Height launched an important event offer for senior citizens. The regional transport service of the Hochtaunus police department offers free pedelec training that is intended to target traffic safety. This training program aims to strengthen confidence in dealing with pedelecs, which are becoming increasingly popular with older people. But there are some challenges, because the number of accidents show that older Pedelec drivers are disproportionately often involved in accidents. According to News.de, the focus is on the special requirements placed on the drivers.

The training will take place at the “Wolfsgarten” traffic training area in Usingen and includes both theoretical and practical units. The participants expect information about traffic rules, current developments and security -relevant behavior. In the practical part you can simulate and practice typical driving situations. The appointment for the training is from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in July 2025. Participation is free of charge, but those interested should bring their own pedelec and a suitable helmet. Registrations are required and can be sent by email to jvs.hochtaunus.ppwh@polizei.hessen.de. Since the places are limited, the participants receive confirmation for secure participation.

The current traffic situation

For pedelec users, there are trends from the accident statistics. In 2023, 23,658 Pedelec drivers already had an accident, which is almost eleven times as many as in 2014. It should be emphasized that the proportion of victims over 65 years has decreased, but still accounts for 30.1 %. The likelihood of serious or even fatal injuries to older people is also significantly higher. The police would like to make a contribution with their new offer to reduce the number of accidents and to sharpen the security awareness of the elderly.

"have a good hand, even at an advanced age, that's the key!", According to the assessment of local transport experts, who underline the need for such programs. Similar knitted training courses are already offered in other regions of Germany, such as from the cycling school of the ADFC Rheinberg-Oberberg in North Rhine-Westphalia, where positive feedback from the participants already led to the continuation of pedelec courses. These courses include topics such as safe brakes, cornering and handling engine support.

The flair of the region

Hessen's landscapes, typically crossed by forest areas, invite you to do sports on bicycles and pedelecs. On this occasion, more and more households have bought a pedelec - the number has increased from 3.4 % to 15.5 % since 2014. This development shows that pedelecs are also very important in the everyday image of the Hesse.

The upcoming training is not only an opportunity for seniors to improve their driving technology, but also a step towards safe and common use of the streets. If you are interested, you can register as soon as possible and thus safely participate in the growing trend of the pedelec driving.

Further information is on the websites of news.de, bergischgladbach.de and Destatis.de