**Serbian Students Continue Bike Ride to Strasbourg, Receive Warm Welcome in Vienna**
A group of Serbian students on a bike ride from Belgrade to the European Parliament in Strasbourg continued their journey on Tuesday, following a warm welcome in Vienna. The students, who were joined by hundreds of local supporters, spent the night in the Austrian capital after completing a 144-kilometer ride from Gyor in Hungary.
The students, who are protesting against government policies and seeking greater autonomy for Serbia, have been on their bike ride for several days. Despite facing cold temperatures and headwinds, they remain determined to reach Strasbourg, where they hope to raise awareness about the issues affecting their country.
**A Home Away from Home**
According to organizers, hundreds of local Serbians offered to host the students in their homes during their stay in Vienna. Unfortunately, many had to be turned away due to the sheer number of people who wanted to welcome the bike riders.
The students themselves were touched by the warmth and generosity of their hosts, with some even posing for family photos just before leaving Vienna. The evening gathering in support of the students was a lively one, with chants of “Pumpaj” (a popular slogan of the student protests) echoing through the streets.
**International Interest**
The bike ride has generated significant media interest both at home and abroad. Lawyer Vladimir Beljanski, chairman of the Vojvodina Bar Association and a non-student bike rider, noted that there was much more attention in Vienna than at earlier stops. “They want to know the causes of what is happening in Serbia,” he said.
The fact that European institutions are taking notice of the protests is significant, as it highlights the importance of these issues not only for Serbia but also for the broader region. The bike ride has become a symbol of the students’ determination and commitment to their cause.
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