In Berlin, nearly 32,000 cyclists joined an event.

Policy related to transportation - In Berlin, nearly 32,000 cyclists joined an event.

Approximately 32,000 people joined the yearly bike ride through Berlin on Sunday. This was confirmed by the Allgemeine Deutsche Fahrrad-Club Landesverband Berlin (ADFC) as the organizer and the police after the event. The event was held under the motto "Everyone on their bike!" for the 48th time and aimed to promote a shift in traffic away from cars.

The bicycle enthusiasts had the opportunity to choose from 20 different routes, with some starting in Brandenburg. The route that gained the most attention was the one that led to the Great Star in the Tiergarten and included riding across the city highways. The city's Traffic Information Center (VIZ) informed that parts of the A100, A115, and streets within the city center were temporarily closed to cars from noon to 3:30 pm for this cycling demonstration.

The organizers expressed their satisfaction with the turnout and the weather. "Luckily, the rain held off," said Karl Grünberg, spokesperson for the ADFC Berlin, after the ride. Additionally, many children participated in the event, much to the organizer's delight. After gathering at the Great Star, many participants continued on to the Bicycle Day and Closing Festival at the Deutsches Museum der Technik.

The organizers have been urging the government to change the current traffic laws and focus on building bike lanes, traffic-calmed areas, zebra crossings, and 30 km/h zones. "We shouldn't have to wait for decades to see safe bike lanes on the streets," said Grünberg. "We're pushing for a safer and more livable Berlin for everyone."

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1. Despite the upcoming Sunday's car traffic being expected to increase due to rallies and events in Berlin, the city's transport policy encourages cycling as a sustainable alternative.
2. With the police issuing necessary permits and supporting the event, the annual 'Bike Sunday' in Berlin saw a record-breaking 32,000 cyclists participating, showcasing a popular car alternative in the city.
3. Participants in the 'Bike Sunday' in Berlin had multiple routes to choose from, including some that started in Brandenburg, underlining the growing interest in cycling as a viable transportation option.
4. Following the success of 'Bike Sunday,' the ADFC Berlin, along with other advocacy groups, has called for improved bicycle infrastructure, such as bike lanes and traffic-calmed areas, in the city's ongoing transport policy discussions.
5. To promote cycling and encourage safer roads for all users, the ADFC Berlin is urging the government to implement urgently needed measures, including building dedicated bike lanes, installing zebra crossings, and decreasing speed limits to 30 km/h in residential areas.
6. While participating in the 'Bike Sunday' event, many car enthusiasts seemed to appreciate the city's cycling infrastructure and began considering switching to bicycles as their primary mode of transportation.

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