Road safety for seniors: day of action at Potsdamer Platz!

Road safety for seniors: day of action at Potsdamer Platz!

Potsdamer Platz, 10117 Berlin, Deutschland - An important day of action on traffic safety will take place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin-Mitte. The fourth day of action, which is organized jointly by the Berlin police, the Federal Police, the Berlin fire brigade and partners of the Charter for Road Safety, is particularly dedicated to the topic of senior security. The organizers expect a high level of participation and offer numerous information stands and interactive experiences.

A total of 34 stands are available that deal with essential topics such as visibility in road traffic, bicycle security and safety. Particular attention is paid to accident -relevant aspects such as forbidden motor vehicle races and distraction in road traffic. The dangers for senior citizens are also discussed because this age group is a special risk in traffic safety.

senior security in the focus

according to [BMV]] (https://www.bmv.de/shahareddocs/de/artikel/stV/verkehrsicherheit/verwichsicherheit-seniornen-und-senioren.html) in 2023 over 59.3 % of the deadly crashed cycling and pedestrians were at least 65 years old. This group is particularly at risk as an unprotected road user, which is due to age -related changes in cognitive and motor skills. The challenges include reactionability and eyesight that can decrease with age.

The interactive experiences offered as part of the action day include a light tunnel, a reaction wall, various test devices and an e-scooter driving simulator. There is a bicycle course and a quiz rally for children. In addition, the possibility of the police identification of bicycles is offered if the corresponding ID documents and proof of ownership are available.

mobility and traffic safety for seniors

The Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) is actively committed to clarifying dangers in road traffic and supports various offers for traffic safety for senior citizens. The campaign "Stay mobile, but safe!" And the traffic safety days of the German Transport Wacht offer numerous free events where topics such as safe cycling and using walkers are treated.

statistics show that the age group of over 65-year-olds makes a significant part of traffic accidents, but is rather unauthorized. The ADAC reports that these people often have a forward -looking driving style and should check their driving skills self -critically. In 2023, only 18.5 % of accidents with personal injury were due to the elderly - a smaller proportion than their population share of around 22 %.

The hazard in road traffic is increasing, since over 50 % of the fatally crashed pedestrians and cyclists in the age group of 65 or older are older. Programs such as the ADAC driving fitness check are available to help older road users to optimize their skills. This is done through regular medical examinations, in particular on vision, as well as various driving safety training.