Dutch Cycling Embassy

We at the Dutch Cycling Embassy want to share our expertise and technology as the world's number one cycling country, to facilitate cycling worldwide as the most modern, efficient and sustainable method of transport. Proud to unveil our brand new website: www.dutchcycling.nl

Eurocities Next Generation Academy is a pioneering initiative that equips young professionals with skills to address urban challenges. Dutch Cycling Embassy had the honour to join as an expert in the Vilnius edition of the Academy in October. https://lnkd.in/eBAR5Asn

Why is cycling so popular in the Netherlands? BBC reporter Anna Holligan explores why cycling is so popular among children and what factors make it so easy for them to bike. https://lnkd.in/egUpe62A

“The urban environment communicates a message to the user: are you only tolerated? Or are you invited? Is the space designed for your presence? Creating an inviting environment for pedestrians and cyclists provokes the kind of behaviour we are looking for. A place where they feel welcome. Where they are the most important user of the public space.” - Bas Govers READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/euSUjG2D

Expanding from a 500-kilometre bike network in 2021 to nearly 900 kilometres today, the Philippines continues to advance active mobility. Experts from GO-bility | More than learning and Decisio (#DCEnetwork) conducted a 2-day ACTIVE Capacity Building training in Manila for 70 professionals. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/er7aKkpg

An integrated mobility strategy is needed to implement an effective cycling policy. The ABC zoning principle, introduced by Goudappel in Utrecht's Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP), has been successfully applied in numerous mobility plans across the Netherlands and internationally. #DCEnetwork Bas Govers LEARN MORE about ABC zoning: https://lnkd.in/exFjmnWk

ABUS Security Tech Germany Celebrates 100 Years 🔐 The German lock and helmet manufacturer marked its 100th anniversary with an event at its campus in Wetter, Germany. The DCE and 50 other Dutch and Belgian partners, took part in tours of the ABUS Headquarters and a festive Christmas market. #DCEnetwork

A leading German shared mobility provider evhcle launched 20 e-cargo bikes across 10 mobility hubs in Southern Germany with TILER's innovative charging technology. With wireless charging via the kickstand, the TILER system allows shared e-cargo bikes to essentially manage themselves. #DCEnetwork Read their case study: https://lnkd.in/d8C78fFp

This week, Vienna’s new Dutch-inspired cycling street officially opened. The Dutch Cycling Embassy was excited to take part in the programme: 🚲 Side workshop with Dutch experts from Artgineering and Royal HaskoningDHV (#DCEnetwork), hosted by the Netherlands Embassy in Austria 🇳🇱 Festive opening of Argintinierstraße with words from Peter Potman, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of The Netherlands to Austria 🎉 Bike parade with the Dutch Bicycle Orchestra Learn more how a Dutch cycling street found its place in the Austrian capital: https://lnkd.in/ezzRTngv 📷 Valentin Eisendle, Peter Provaznik, Dutch Cycling Embassy Radlobby | Mobilitätsagentur Wien | City of Vienna | Rosinak & Partner ZT GmbH

Sheffield’s first ‘Dutch-style’ roundabout has opened. Compared to installing traffic signals, the design is safer for pedestrians and cyclists, causes less delay to people driving, and creates more green space. https://lnkd.in/dYSvwDUy