Tienen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Cycle highway F24, connecting Leuven and Tienen, has increased usage. Deputy Tom Dehaene (CD&V) emphasizes clearer rules and a kindness campaign to improve safety for all road users.
Cycle highway F24 connects Leuven and Tienen and has wide bike paths for sporty commuters. Since it opened last year, more people are using it. Deputy Tom Dehaene from CD&V is happy about this and says it’s helping change how people commute in the area.
What measures are being taken to address concerns on cycle highway F24?
Deputy Tom Dehaene noted that some users of Cycle Highway F24 have raised concerns about differing opinions on how to use the space. These discussions highlight the need for clearer rules for sharing the highway, especially since it serves a mix of cyclists, from casual riders to serious commuters. The deputy emphasized the importance of maintaining a friendly environment for all users to improve the cycling experience. Plans may be underway to address these concerns, possibly involving community input and better signage to ensure that everyone can enjoy the highway safely.
The province is starting a new campaign to promote kindness and respect among everyone using the roads. They will put up nice pictures along the roads to encourage drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians to get along. Provincial representative Dehaene said the aim is to create a friendly environment where all road users can share the space peacefully. Dehaene stresses that there is enough space for everyone on the road. By promoting polite behavior, the campaign hopes to lessen misunderstandings and arguments. The goal is to make people aware of how important respectful interactions are, which will lead to safer and more enjoyable experiences for everyone on the road.
The province is putting up three types of signs to help hikers, cyclists, speed pedelecs, and farm vehicles share the road. Alderman Cil Cuypers from Vooruit said that having different types of traffic together can lead to problems, especially since the route goes through homes and farms. The first sign was installed in Bierbeek on 20th September, and more signs will be added along the whole highway next week.
