Stralsund extends senior ticket 70+: This is how older people benefit!

Stralsund extends senior ticket 70+: This is how older people benefit!

There is good news for all seniors in the Hanseatic city of Stralsund: the senior ticket 70+ has been extended until December 31, 2025. This decision was made at a meeting of the main committee of the Stralsund citizenship NDR reported. This means that almost 10,000 ticket holders can continue to benefit from the advantages. The tickets that have already been issued remain valid without the user having to take any action.

The 70+ ticket for Stralsund is particularly attractive because it is available free of charge to citizens aged 70 and over. An automatic application will be sent to all eligible individuals who live in the city. For many people in Stralsund, this means considerable relief when changing tickets and the upcoming journeys. According to information from the city of Stralsund, almost 9,500 people currently have the ticket, which is used on average for around 46,000 journeys every year Stralsund.de reported.

Public transport for older people

Public transport is not only a cost-effective but also an environmentally friendly way to stay mobile. This means that passengers who regularly use buses and trains can achieve significant savings in costs and even in CO2 emissions compared to driving. Loud Maltese People who travel to work by public transport save up to 3,700 euros and 320 kg of CO2 annually, which particularly underlines the advantages of this type of transport.

For many older people, buses and trains are not only more cost-effective and climate-friendly, they also offer a safe alternative to driving. This is a welcome option, especially for those who feel unsafe while driving. With public transport you can often use the time for things like reading or simply relaxing while getting to your destination safely.

Looking into the future

The decision on the future of the senior ticket 70+ from 2026 is on the agenda of the district council and the citizens in December. It remains exciting to see whether and how the popular ticket can be continued after 2025. From 2026, the Vorpommern-Greifswald transport company will also take over bus services on the island from the Usedomer Bäderbahn, which could possibly also have an impact on the senior citizen ticket.

Overall, the extension of the senior ticket 70+ shows how important attractive and affordable mobility is for older people in Stralsund. Public transport remains a valuable option that allows seniors to actively participate in what is happening in their city. It cannot be underestimated how access to public transport can improve quality of life.