Detailed description (English): European Mobility Week, first celebrated in 2002, has grown in impact both in Europe and globally. As part of the week, municipalities implement projects focusing on mobility management, accessibility, and the creation of new or improved bicycle infrastructure, as well as organize "Car-Free Day" events.
The aim is to improve the transportation planning and public transportation system of municipalities and local NGOs, increase bicycle and pedestrian paths, and encourage citizens to travel with alternative transportation methods instead of individual vehicles.
During the week, in terms of the European Mobility Week Events in Diyarbakır, there will be 3 main events and some other small events (small events are not confirmed yet) on different dates with Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality, town municipalities, Tigris Bicycle and Nature Sports Club, Diyarbakır Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The main events will be as below;
1 – Bicycle Tour, will be on the main avenue of the central city, start in front of the Winston Shopping Center and end in City Square on 17 September 2025 Wednesday at 17:00
2 – Natural Walks, will be in the Hevsel Garden (World Heritage List, 2015), start in front of the Taş Konak and end in front of the Mardin Kapı (as a part of the City Walls) on 20 September 2025 Saturday at 10:00
3 – Car-Free Urban Transportation Day Walks, will be on the Gazi Street, start in front of the Nebi Mosque and end on Balıkçılarbaşı or Mardinkapı (as a part of the City Walls) on 22 September 2025 Monday at 09:00
Target group(s): People who prefers cycling, natural walks and car-free urban transportation, and general public
Objectives: The main objectives of the activities are to improve the transportation planning and public transportation system of municipalities and local NGOs, increase bicycle and pedestrian paths, and encourage citizens to travel with alternative transportation methods instead of individual vehicles.
Partner: Diyarbakır Metropolitan Municipality, Tigris Bicycle and Nature Sports Club, Diyarbakır Chamber of Commerce and Industry, DTSO Women Assembly and TOBB Diyarbakır Women Entrepreneurs Council, TOBB Diyarbakır Young Entrepreneurs Council, DTSO Foundation, Dicle University Students.
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