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Here are 12 Amazing Cities to Explore by Bicycle in 2025

Ron Johnson — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 14:03:14 +0000

Some cities are just better to explore by bicycle. They have a history and a culture, but they also have the infrastructure that makes it safe and easy. Not only is exploring by bicycle more eco-friendly and affordable, it also allows you to see the sights at a leisurely pace and get some exercise in […]

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The Paris Olympic Bicycle Revolution: Lessons for Los Angeles and other Global Cities

Ron Johnson — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:00:35 +0000

Paris, the City of Light, took the global stage with the recent Olympics, using the event as a catalyst to reimagine itself as a cyclist’s haven and a model for sustainable urban planning. Through significant investments and bold choices, Paris demonstrated that even a large, car-centric metropolis can make a powerful pivot toward cycling and […]

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Generational Investment Pays Off as Paris Moves Near Top of Urban Mobility Ranking

Ron Johnson — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 16:07:12 +0000

Paris has earned a well-deserved spot as the second-best city globally for urban mobility, according to the 2024 edition of the Urban Mobility Readiness Index. The ranking, published by the Oliver Wyman Forum and the University of California, Berkeley, assesses 70 cities based on how well they are preparing for the future of transportation. The […]

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Paris is Booting Cars and Trucks Out of the City Center with Limited Traffic Zone

Ron Johnson — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:03:39 +0000

Starting Nov. 5, Paris will implement a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) in the city center, a measure designed to enhance mobility and improve air quality, not to mention give more space to cyclists and pedestrians. This initiative follows in the footsteps of other major European cities focusing on reducing vehicular congestion while promoting public transport […]

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7 Reasons Why Bicycles are Perfect for the 15-Minute City

Momentum Staff — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:45:33 +0000

In recent years, the notion of the ’15-Minute City’ has emerged as a hopeful idea for urban planners and residents alike, offering a vision of cities that are not only more sustainable but also more livable and accessible. At its core, the concept is elegantly simple: design cities where everything essential to daily life—work, education, […]

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A Look at Paris’s Massive Bike Parking Facility at Gare du Nord

Ron Johnson — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:45:51 +0000

Becoming a bicycle-friendly city isn’t just about creating bike lanes. It’s the entire package. And one of the most important pieces is bicycle parking. And a lot of it. In a notable step toward getting that particular job done, Paris opened its largest bike parking facility at Gare du Nord a few months ago. This […]

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Paris 2024 Olympics: A Pedal-Powered Transformation for All to See

Ron Johnson — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:45:43 +0000

As the City of Light prepares to host the Paris Olympics, the city is not just focusing on athletic achievements but also on creating a greener, more bike-friendly environment. And it will be on display for the world to see. This ambitious transformation includes the addition of 60 kilometers of new bike lanes, ensuring that […]

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Paris Adds 60 km of Bike Lanes in Build-up to the 2024 Olympic Games

Ron Johnson — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 13:45:35 +0000

As Paris gears up to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the city is making strides to ensure a greener, more bike-friendly environment. The ambitious plan includes 60 kilometers of new bike lanes designed to link all competition venues, creating a seamless and eco-friendly way for spectators and athletes alike to navigate the city. […]

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Now the Surrounding Paris Region Set to Revolutionize Cycling with €500 Million Network

Ron Johnson — Tue, 14 May 2024 12:22:49 +0000

First it was Paris, which is moving forward with a massive cycling network that is already transforming how city residents move throughout the city, and now the entire region is getting in on the act with Réseau Vélo Île-de-France (VIF). As urban congestion reaches a tipping point and public transport systems strain under the weight […]

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You can cycle through Paris to a giant picnic on the Champs-Elysées this spring

Karen James — Tue, 07 May 2024 12:50:36 +0000

As the vibrant city of Paris gears up for another extraordinary event, cyclists from near and far have an unprecedented opportunity to pedal through its iconic streets and converge upon the illustrious Champs-Elysées for a remarkable affair – the Grand Picnic des Champs. Scheduled for May 26, this event promises to transform the renowned boulevard […]

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