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Cycling initiatives for social inclusion in Iberia

Overview

New community cycling programs have been launched in Portugal and Spain to address social isolation and improve emotional well-being. In Penafiel, Portugal, the ‘Pedalar Sem Idade’ (Cycling Without Age) project utilizes adapted tricycles, or trishaws, to transport elderly individuals and those with reduced mobility, allowing them to engage with their community through volunteer-led outings.

In Girona, Spain, a pilot program titled ‘Pedalant en Xarxa’ targets young adults aged 16 to 30. This initiative combines weekly group rides with guided conversation sessions to support those experiencing mild to moderate emotional distress.

The ‘Pedalar Sem Idade Portugal’ association, representing the international Cycling Without Age movement, provides free rides using electric-assisted trishaws equipped with seatbelts and canopies. The program has expanded its reach to twelve Portuguese municipalities, including Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, and Coimbra, to foster social connections and support mental health.

Entities

Denmark · Girona City Council · University of Girona · Inês Pestana · Portugal

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Pedalar Sem Idade Portugal offers tricycle rides for seniors

    Pedalar Sem Idade Portugal provides free tricycle rides via specialized trishaws to help seniors and people with reduced mobility improve their mental health and social connections.

  2. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Cycling initiatives launched in Portugal and Spain to combat social isolation

    Cycling initiatives in Penafiel and Girona are using adapted bikes and group rides to combat social isolation and improve emotional well-being among the elderly and young adults.

Sources

cinema.sapo.pt · foreveryoung.sapo.pt