Free cycling safety courses for seniors in Gulpen-Wittem this July
Residents of Gulpen-Wittem aged 65 and over can join free cycling refresher courses this July, including workshops on balance, traffic knowledge, and a supervised ride. A free lunch and bike check are included—register now to secure your spot.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organizer | Veilig Verkeer Nederland (VVN) on behalf of RMO Maastricht-Heuvelland |
| Target Group | Residents aged 65+ in Gulpen-Wittem |
| Courses Offered | 'Stevig Op De Pedalen' (balance & fall prevention) and 'Fiets met Praktijk' |
| Dates | 8 July (10:00–12:00) and 16 July (10:00–15:00) |
| Location | Wittem |
| Perks | Free lunch, rear-view mirror, bike check, and supervised ride |
| Registration | VVN Agenda or by phone |
| Contact | 043 88 00 600 |
Veilig Verkeer Nederland (VVN) promotes road safety through education and awareness campaigns, often collaborating with local governments like RMO Maastricht-Heuvelland. These courses aim to reduce cycling accidents among seniors by improving skills and confidence.
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VVN refresher course 'Cycle with Practice'
Veilig Verkeer Nederland (Dutch Road Safety Association) is organising, on behalf of RMO Maastricht-Heuvelland, a number of free refresher courses in Gulpen-Wittem. These courses are open to all residents aged 65 and over in our municipality. Participation is free of charge.
What do they offer?
- Workshop ‘Stevig Op De Pedalen’ (Steady on the Pedals): insight into the risks associated with ageing, tips to prevent falls and cycling accidents, exercises to improve balance, coordination, muscle strength, reaction time and fall prevention, as well as flexibility.
- Refresher course ‘Fiets met Praktijk’ (Cycle with Practice): a completely free, enjoyable and interactive day including a free lunch, where your traffic knowledge will be refreshed. You will receive a free rear-view mirror, a basic bike check by a local bike shop and, on a voluntary basis, you can ride a short course under supervision.
Where will the courses take place?
- Refresher course ‘Stevig Op De Pedalen’: Wednesday 8 July from 10.00 – 12.00 in Wittem.
- Refresher course ‘Fiets met praktijk’: Thursday 16 July from 10.00 – 15.00 in Wittem.
A free lunch will be provided for participants around midday.
Is this something for you?
Are you aged 65 or over, live in Gulpen-Wittem and would like to take part in the courses?
You can register in two ways:
- Via the following website: www.vvn.nl/agenda.
- By telephone.
Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact us using the phone number above.
Contact with the municipality
You are welcome to visit the town hall in Gulpen. To ensure you receive immediate assistance, we recommend making an appointment.
- 043 88 00 600
- Visiting address: Willem Vliegenstraat 12, 6271 DA Gulpen Postal address: Postbus 56, 6270 AB Gulpen
- Open until 16.30 today. Tomorrow: 9.00 - 16.30
- More contact details and opening hours