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Parisians travel more by bike than by car, study finds

Walking and public transport were still the most popular ways to get around the French capital.

Earth News

Cycling Declaration hailed as ‘historic’ moment for Europe

Although it carries no legal force, cycling advocates have greeted an undertaking by governments and MEPs to make Europe a more bike friendly place as an important recognition of the health and environmental benefits and a milestone in EU transport policy.

Earth News

Is Italy’s transport minister on a ‘crusade’ against cycling?

Climate campaigners and bereaved families are urging the government to scrap a ‘backwards’ road code reform.

Destinations

History, culture and idyllic scenery: Why to visit Lithuania in 2024

It’s about to get easier to get to Lithuania. Here’s why you should add it to your holiday hit list.

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Climate

Snowless winter forces Europe’s ski resorts to turn to summer sports

An EU project is now investigating how lift operators can best respond to climate change.

Destinations

Frequent cyclists: How do different European cities compare?

The number of cyclists across European cities has been released: Why are the figures so low?

Destinations

Valencia: How to explore the European Green Capital by bike

With golden beaches, a winding river and foodie treats, Valencia is perfect for a cycling break.

3 February 2024

Health news

Any activity, even sleeping, is better for heart health than sitting

Even activities such as standing or sleeping were better than sedentary behaviour, a new study has found.

10 November 2023

Ecotech

The European capital with free transport and 15-minute city ambition

10 years after it made public transport free, how is Tallinn’s transport network still changing for the better?

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Watch: UK's Penny Farthing bike race

Twenty riders entered Sunday's race and, after 30 minutes of pedal power, the men’s winner was Charlie Burrell, while Belgian and World Champion Evi Dumon took the women’s title.

26 September 2023

Mobility

European 'car-free' day produces mixed results

Dozens of cities around Europe marked European Car Free Day on Friday, with mixed results, including in Berlin. Critics say the German capital is lagging behind its other European counterparts in terms of reducing car usage in the city centre.

22 September 2023

Mobility

Some newly right-wing run cities in Spain adopt pro-car policies

After a key bike lane was removed from a part of the city of Elche cyclists took direct action and, for a few hours at least, reclaimed the streets.

20 September 2023

Mobility

Cycling in Europe: Where is bicycle use most and least common?

Cycling varies widely among European countries, with the Netherlands and the Nordics leading the way. The number of people who never cycle is surprisingly high.

19 September 2023

Mobility

Amsterdam trials pushing cars out - but still there's not enough room

Since 2019, the city council has tried to remove as many car parking places as it can get away with, but there's still not enough space for residents.

19 September 2023

Sport

Dutch cyclist Demi Vollering wins maiden women's Tour de France title

26-year-old Demi Vollering secured her title after coming in second in the individual time trial on Sunday.

Culture news

Tour de France legend Mark Cavendish opens up on depression in new doc

A brand new documentary on Mark Cavendish, one of the greatest sprint cyclists in history, delves into the athlete’s years of depression between Tour de France stage wins.

Sport

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France with Jordi Meeus winning the final stage.

Sport

Vingegaard extends advantage over Pogacar and aims for overall victory

Jonas Vingegaard looks set to claim his second Tour de France in a row as he extends his lead over rival Tadej Pogacar

France

Tour de France warning for 'selfie spectators' after horrific crashes

Race fans are told to be more aware amid fears someone taking a selfie caused the latest pile-up.

Sport

Poels wins Tour de France Stage 15 while Vingegaard leads overall

Dutch cyclist Wout Poels has won the 15th stage of the Tour de France while Danish rival Jonas Vingegaard stills maintains his overall lead