Cyclist-Specific Infrastructure
Linking bike lanes with key public spaces and services is crucial for promoting cycling as a practical and sustainable mode of urban transportation. By connecting bike lanes to public transport stations, schools, parks, and commercial areas, cycling becomes a seamless part of the daily commute, encouraging more people to adopt bicycles for various trips.
- Install protected bike lanes that separate cyclists from motor vehicles and pedestrians.
- Connect bike lanes to public transport stations, parks, schools, and commercial areas for better accessibility.
- Provide bicycle parking facilities near key locations, with amenities like roofing, security, and real-time availability displays at transport hubs.
- Design bike routes to provide direct access to essential services, reducing mobility barriers and promoting cycling as a practical mode of transportation.
- Provide bicycle lockers at key transport hubs for secure storage, ensuring accessibility for all users.
- Regularly monitor lockers and shared bike systems to ensure usability and accessibility.
Sources
- https://accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu/content-corner/digital-library/en-172102021-accessibility-and-usability-built-environment-functional-requirements_en
- https://www.iso.org/standard/71860.html
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