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Shock in Weil am Rhein: Pedelec driver seriously injured in accident!
Collision in Weil am Rhein: Pedelec driver injured, accident on October 30, 2025 at the Rennemattenweg/Gewerbestrasse intersection.
Shock in Weil am Rhein: Pedelec driver seriously injured in accident!
On Wednesday, October 30, 2025, a serious accident occurred in Weil am Rhein that attracted the attention of the local community. At around 3:05 p.m., a 52-year-old Pedelec driver collided with a 58-year-old driver who had the right of way at the intersection of Rennemattenweg and Gewerbestrasse. While the Pedelec driver tried to cross the commercial street in the direction of Lütemannsweg, a serious collision occurred. The driver approached from the right, which dramatically aggravated the situation.
As Schwarzwälder Bote reports, the Pedelec driver was thrown over the hood of the car during the impact and pulled herself resulting in head injuries. The emergency doctor and rescue service were quickly there to transport the injured person to the hospital. For many residents, it was a shock to see such an accident in their neighborhood.
Property damage and safety regulations
The total damage caused by this accident is estimated at around 3,500 euros. The driver's Pedelec was no longer ready to ride after the collision. This situation makes it clear how important road safety is, especially for Pedelec users. EAPCs, as electrically assisted bicycles are called in Germany, are designed to provide additional propulsion assistance, but they also have to meet strict safety standards.
According to the guidelines for EAPCs pedelecs.co.uk they can reach a maximum speed of 25 km/h and must be equipped with a motor that does not exceed 250 watts. In order to be able to ride on public roads, these bikes do not require any special registration, insurance or driving license. However, riders should always follow applicable traffic laws and ensure their bike complies with standards.
An appeal to road safety
This incident is not only a sad reminder of the dangers of road traffic, but also an important reminder of the responsibility of all road users. Regardless of whether you are a driver or a cyclist, everyone should have a good knack for paying attention to road safety. Particularly for many cyclists who have been switching to Pedelecs in recent years, awareness of traffic rules and their own safety is extremely important.
In the coming weeks, police may evaluate further measures to improve road safety at this accident site. The affected Pedelec driver and her state of health are now of course the focus of concerned citizens who hope that such accidents can be prevented in the future.