ECF releases new report which compiles, compares and analyses 20 national and regional standards and guidelines for geometric parameters of cycling infrastructure across 15 European countries.

ECF speaks to Pinar Pinzuti of Bikenomist about her experience within the world of cycling. A founding figure of the famous Fancy Women Bike Ride, she discusses how her love for cycling grew and what the future holds for women in cycling.

Jan Gehl, the world-famous architect and pioneer of people-centred urban planning, will give the opening speech at this year's world cycling summit. Velo-city will take place from 14-17 June 2022 in the beautiful city of Ljubljana.  

New studies into cycling traffic and road safety in the Brussels-Capital Region provide remarkable insights two years into the cycling boom, while the city launches new plans to create a larger low-traffic zone in the Brussels city centre by August...

Fietsersbond has awarded the Dutch Police a Gold Level CFE Certification. With more than 60,000 employees, the Dutch Police force is the largest employer in the Netherlands, a fantastic addition to the growing CFE network.

According to a recent study, the total running cost of a car can be nearly €13,000 per year. Using similar parameters, ECF’s Ceri Woolsgrove breaks down how much money can potentially be saved by switching to a bicycle instead.

The city of Leipzig has won the bid to host Velo-city, the world cycling summit, in 2023. Set to take place on 9-12 May next year, the four-day conference will attract visitors from all over the world to the German cycling city.

On 28 December 2021, the French parliament adopted a decree which stipulates that car manufacturers must include sustainable-mobility messaging displayed prominently in car ads.

The European Parliament has become the first European institution to be certified, receiving a Bronze Level Certification. The Cycle-Friendly Employer Certification Framework establishes a European standard for bicycle friendliness in the workplace...

Building an entire cycle network is usually tackled in sections. By prioritising investment using different strategies to target low-hanging fruit and maximum return, planners can ensure that the network development builds the momentum it needs...

The UK government has created a new agency specifically for cycling and walking, appointing former Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman as its interim commissioner. Active Travel England aims to boost walking and cycling levels by 50% by 2030.

A new survey shows that the majority of Germans would consider using bicycles and public transport over their cars if infrastructure and access to public transport improved.