Antwerp: (Brussels Morning) – Since 2015 Antwerp has invested heavily in building more bike lanes, paths and bike-sharing programs to make cycling the top choice for getting around the city. They plan to continue improving cycling infrastructure, safety and integration with public transport.
Since 2015 the city’s bike plan has been essential in making cycling a top choice for getting around the city. They’ve put a lot of money into building more bike lanes and paths that are safe and separate from cars making cycling easier and safer. They’ve also started bike-sharing programs so people can easily use bikes for short trips encouraging more people to cycle for their daily travel and fun activities. In the future the city’s new bike program plans to keep improving by making more bike paths and adding better facilities for cyclists. They want to make it easier to combine cycling with public transport make intersections safer for cyclists and keep promoting a bike-friendly culture through education and community involvement. By focusing on sustainable travel and reducing reliance on cars the city aims to create a healthier and more environmentally friendly urban environment where cycling is not just encouraged but celebrated as the best way to get around for everyone.
What is Antwerp Doing to Improve Cycling Infrastructure?
The city is always working on improving cycling. They are widening the Ring Cycle Path to make it safer and more enjoyable aiming for a seamless ride with fewer crossings. To ensure smooth cycling around the city they plan to add 16 new bike bridges doubling the current number. They also want to focus on providing more secure bike parking spaces because as bikes get pricier having safe parking can help prevent people from choosing cars instead. Antwerp is making big improvements to its cycling infrastructure by adding more bike parking at Antwerp-Berchem station and upgrading the parking under Groenplaats. The bike parking at Antwerp-Berchem station a major transit spot will be expanded from 2025 to 2030 to meet the increasing demand from people who like to cycle around the city. This expansion is meant to make it easier and more convenient for cyclists encouraging sustainable ways of getting around the city. They are upgrading the bike parking under Groenplaats to make it better for cyclists. The aim is to modernize and improve the parking facilities to be more user-friendly for people who visit the busy Groenplaats area. The city of Antwerp and NMBS are working together on these projects to match Antwerp’s overall urban mobility goals and encourage cycling over using cars.
How Antwerp promoting Bicycle use?
Koen Kennis the Alderman for Mobility is emphasizing the importance of improving bicycle parking facilities at train stations. This is a significant concern because it directly impacts commuters and residents who rely on cycling as a mode of transport. By enhancing these facilities it can encourage more people to choose cycling ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and efficient transportation system. The focus on improving bicycle parking facilities at train stations reflects a commitment to promoting cycling as a convenient and environmentally friendly option for getting around the city.
Koen Kennis the Mobility Alderman is working on making more bicycle streets in Antwerp. These streets are crucial for the city’s cycling network and safety for cyclists. One famous bicycle street is Turnhoutsebaan which is being redesigned with separate bike paths in both directions. This will make it safer and more convenient for cyclists.
