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<p data-start=”62″ data-end=”815″>Our bike-bus simulation from Sarón to CEIP Gerardo Diego School was a meaningful way to experience first-hand the challenges and potential of cycling infrastructure for children. Riding as a group at the hour kids would typically go to school allowed us to observe real traffic conditions and safety concerns. One of the main issues we identified was the absence of a designated bike lane, which left us sharing the road with speeding cars. This not only puts young cyclists at risk but also creates dangerous situations for drivers who must swerve into the opposite lane to overtake. On the brighter side, we noticed that the pedestrian path next to the road offered more safety, suggesting it might be adapted or expanded to accommodate bikes as well.</p>
 
<p data-start=”817″ data-end=”1477″ data-is-last-node=”” data-is-only-node=””>This route has great potential to promote sustainable mobility and safer daily routines for children, but several small improvements could make a big difference. Adding proper signage, a continuous bike lane, and a dedicated bike parking area at the school would be concrete, achievable steps. These changes align with the European Declaration on Cycling, especially its emphasis on safety, accessibility, and youth empowerment. Making it easier for children to commute by bike not only benefits the environment but also fosters autonomy and healthy habits from a young age — turning a simple school route into a powerful tool for civic and sustainable change.</p>

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