Ride-sharing Bench – Sustainable Mobility for Rural Areas

How the Ride-Sharing Bench Works

1. Choose Destination – The waiting person sets the desired destination on the destination board of the ride-sharing bench.
   
   
2. Be Recognized – Passing drivers see the ride-sharing bench and the selected destination from afar.
   
   
3. Get a Ride – Drivers heading in the same direction can stop and pick up the waiting person.

This simple yet effective concept promotes neighborly help and ensures more mobility in everyday life.

 

Eco-Friendly & Social – The Benefits of the Ride-Sharing Bench

✔ Cost-Effective Alternative – Free for riders, no timetables or waiting times for buses.
✔ Sustainable Mobility – Reduces empty runs and lowers CO₂ emissions.
✔ Strengthens Village Community – Promotes social contacts and cohesion.
✔ Flexible Use – Available anytime, without an app or prior registration.
✔ Easy Integration – Complements existing transport services and closes mobility gaps.

 

Funding the Ride-Sharing Bench – How It Is Supported

The funding of the ride-sharing benches is usually provided by municipalities. Also, regional sponsors such as supermarkets, banks, or craft businesses often contribute to the costs. Erlau offers an innovative solution here:

Advertising Bench as Ride-Sharing Bench
With an advertising bench from Erlau, the backrest can be used as an advertising space. This gives sponsors optimal visibility while simultaneously supporting mobility in their region.

Additionally, LEADER funding by the EU is possible for rural areas, further facilitating financing.