Journey from Düsseldorf to Lenthe, covering 265 kilometers, to honor the birthplace of Werner von Siemens, all for a charitable purpose
The Werner-von-Siemens-Realschule in Germany is gearing up for a special milestone as it celebrates its 65th anniversary. Two former students, Andreas Merten and Dirk Sauerborn, are embarking on a unique journey to mark the occasion.
The duo will embark on a 265-kilometer sponsored bike ride from the school in Lower Saxony to Lenthe, the birthplace of Werner von Siemens, the school's namesake. Each kilometer of the journey can be purchased for 6.50 euros, with the proceeds going to the school's support association.
Andreas Merten and Dirk Sauerborn, both 65 years old, have appointed a meeting with the mayor upon arriving in Lenthe. The journey ends there, but the return journey will be made by train.
The school, which holds the distinction of being "a school without racism - a school with courage," is encouraging donations. Donors can transfer funds with the reference "Lenthe" to the IBAN: DE39300501100019125681 of the association of friends and supporters of the Werner-von-Siemens-Realschule e.V. A donation receipt is available for donations over 300 euros.
The cycling journey is part of the school's 65th anniversary celebrations, which will culminate in a big festival at the latest on 28 June. More information about the events can be found on the provided link.
Werner von Siemens was an inventor, co-founder of the company Siemens, and is considered the founder of modern electrical engineering. The school takes pride in its association with such a renowned figure.
As the cyclists set off on their journey, school principal Alexander Schrimpf and his deputy Thomas Bauerle bid farewell to Dirk Sauerborn and Andreas Merten, wishing them a safe and successful ride. The community looks forward to celebrating the school's anniversary and welcoming the cyclists back.
Andreas Merten and Dirk Sauerborn, in their education-and-self-development endeavors, have decided to embark on a 265-kilometer sponsored bike ride to mark the 65th anniversary of the Werner-von-Siemens-Realschule. The journey, which supports the school's support association, also showcases their passion for sports.
Upon arriving in Lenthe, the birthplace of Werner von Siemens, the school's namesake, Andreas Merten and Dirk Sauerborn plan to meet with the mayor, demonstrating their dedication to the community aspect of both education-and-self-development and sports.
