Monday, February 27, 2017

Bike Lanes In Copenhagen: A photo essay

Copenhagen is often is ranked as one of the top 10 healthiest cities in the world... It also happens to get ranked as one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world time after time. Coincidence? Some 300 kilometers of bike paths in the city currently with plans to continue with paths approaching some 500 kilometers...

 I spent an hour out - during a snowstorm, a few nights ago in the City capturing a few images of cyclists that seemed less than deterred by challenges of cold, snow, darkness, traffic...

If only some of our US cities could see the wisdom in this and expedite city planning moving forward to realize this too. Minneapolis seems to be leading the way...

The fossil fuel industry is compounding challenges with climate and climate refugees, health... Why not a push to provide the infrastructure to make the needed shift in the urban and suburban landscapes? Cars are so yesterday...

Christiania Bikes are iconic - designed and built here, often loaded with family members...
A bike lane some 2 meters wide...
Electric bikes for rent in front of the Osterport Train Station...





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