**Serbian Student Cyclists Receive Warm Welcome in Austrian City**
A group of 80 Serbian students who are cycling to Strasbourg to raise awareness about the situation in Serbia arrived in Linz, Austria on Wednesday afternoon. The students were greeted with a warm welcome by their peers from Austria and Serbian citizens living and working in the country.
As they entered the city’s main square, Hauptplatz, the students were met with flags of Serbia and the European Union waving in the crowd. Many people chanted “Pump it!”, one of the slogans from student protests, while police provided security for the event. The atmosphere was lively, with a red carpet rolled out and stages set up for speeches.
The Serbian students had been cycling since April 3, when they set off from the northern city of Novi Sad. They have covered over 800 kilometers so far and expect to arrive in Strasbourg on April 15. Their journey is aimed at drawing attention from European officials to their demands and the current situation in Serbia.
According to Dunja Dimitrijevic, a student in Linz who helped organize the welcome event, some local residents were initially unaware of why the Serbian students had come to their city. However, after being informed about the reasons behind the cycling tour, they showed support for the students’ cause. “We told them this is our students’ fight against corruption, for a better tomorrow,” Dimitrijevic said.
The student cyclists are not showing signs of fatigue despite covering long distances each day. One of them told N1 that they had an easier ride on Wednesday, covering 100 kilometers compared to previous days when they rode up to 140 kilometers. The group is expected to leave for Salzburg on Thursday morning and continue their journey to Strasbourg.
**Commentary:**
The warm welcome the Serbian student cyclists received in Linz is a testament to the strong bonds between young people across different countries. Despite cultural differences, the students’ shared values of fighting against corruption and advocating for a better future brought them together.
This cycling tour is also a powerful reminder that even small actions can make a big impact when combined with determination and perseverance. The students’ willingness to take on a long and challenging journey is a testament to their commitment to creating positive change in their country.
**Deeper Analysis:**
The Tour de Strasbourg is not just about raising awareness about the situation in Serbia, but also about promoting unity among young people from different countries. By cycling across Europe, the students are showing that they are united in their quest for a better future and that they will not be silenced by corruption or injustices.
This event highlights the importance of engaging with local communities and involving them in the conversation about social issues. The fact that some Linz residents were initially unaware of the reasons behind the cycling tour shows that there is still work to be done in terms of raising awareness and promoting understanding among different groups.
The success of this event also underscores the power of grassroots movements and student activism. By taking matters into their own hands, these students are demonstrating that they will not wait for others to take action, but rather will drive change themselves.
**Follow the Tour:**
For updates on the Serbian student cyclists’ journey, you can follow their progress on the tourdestrasbourg.com website.