As part of the EU’s Energy and Climate Policies 2030, Member States were required to develop national Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs). ECF’s analysis of the 28 draft NECPs draws the conclusion that cycling is not yet adequately represented as a...

On June 3rd 2019, cyclists from all over the world came together to spread the joy of cycling on the second edition of the United Nations’ World Bicycle Day. The day aims to promote cycling as a simple, affordable, reliable and environmentally-...

The new Finnish government took office in June 2019 with the ambitious goal of increasing cycling and walking by 30% in 2030. This positive disposition came with strong lobby work from the Pyöräliitto (Finnish Cyclists’ Federation (FCF)) and marked...

In its first eighteen months of operation, the Cycle Friendly Employer Consortium has expanded its representation across Europe, welcoming four new members in 2018 and one new member already in 2019. The certification is currently being implemented...

The final day of Velo-city 2019 ends with a comprehensive discussion on the city of today! After tackling concepts of the City of the Future and 4 days of having cycling at the core of our discussions, we will highlight the main insights and...

The third day of Velo-city 2019 ends with an engaging discussion: ‘Cycle Tourism’! Tourism is one of the world's largest economic sectors, supporting one in 10 jobs (319 million) and generating 10.4% of GDP globally. The tourism industry...

Author: Norwegian Cyclists’ Association, Based on original article here.  Safe bike-parking, a functional bike wash, personal lockers. No wonder Åse Røstum Norang smiles when she arrives at the large bike room at Helsfyr, after nine kilometers...

The last day of Velo-city 2019 begins with a stimulating discussion: ‘Infrastructure from the City to the Greenways’! Infrastructure is the backbone of cycling development. To share or to segregate? Is shared space a friend or foe? How do you...

The #VisionaryCities Series is a collection of best practices and success stories from visionary local authority leaders contributing to making Cycling in Europe better, safer and more common. We are going to be inviting some of them to share...

The last day of Velo-city 2019 begins with a stimulating discussion: ‘Partnership & Collaboration’! As stated in Sustainable Development Goal 17, collaboration is key to strengthening the means of implementation and revitalising the global...

Day one of Velo-city 2019 will start with a stimulating discussion: ‘The City of the Future’! According to the developments of today, the city of the future promises a lot of innovation and smart tech approaches to urban life and mobility. From...

5000 cyclists and pedestrians per day use Maastunnel in Rotterdam to travel under the city’s main river.  Both user groups have their own separated space in the tunnel – pedestrians walk one floor below the cycling path. Maastunnel, in the...