{"id":250222,"date":"2025-10-30T05:08:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T05:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/250222\/"},"modified":"2025-10-30T05:08:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T05:08:08","slug":"copenhagen-sets-record-86-million-cycling-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/250222\/","title":{"rendered":"Copenhagen sets record $86 million cycling budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"521\">Copenhagen is doubling down on its reputation as the world\u2019s premier cycling capital. The Danish capital is setting aside more than $86 million (DKK 600 million) in its latest city budget. This budget represents the largest-ever allocation for cycling-related projects. The record investment aims to make biking safer, more efficient, and more accessible for all residents and travelers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"903\">\u201cI\u2019m very happy and proud that we\u2019ve gained more momentum for cyclists with the largest cycling budget Copenhagen has ever seen,\u201d said Line Barfod, Mayor of Technical and Environmental Affairs. \u201cThere\u2019s more funding for safe school routes, green waves for cyclists, and better bike connections. More cycling means better climate protection, more greenery, and less traffic.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"928\">Among the highlights:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1111\">A new bicycle bridge will span <a data-mil=\"304435\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelmole.com\/news\/copenhagen-initiative-adopted-destinations-europe\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Copenhagen<\/a>\u2019s harbor, linking the Little Mermaid area to Refshale\u00f8en \u2014 a trendy district known for its food market and cutting-edge restaurants. This is likely to become a favorite cycling route for travelers in the Danish capital.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1264\">Safer school routes, including a dedicated path in N\u00f8rrebro, and separated bike lanes leading to Refshale\u00f8en to protect riders from car traffic.<\/p>\n<p>Sharp budget increase for bicycles in 2026<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1595\">Barfod emphasized that the substantial investment is necessary to preserve Copenhagen\u2019s cycling legacy: \u201cWe spend large sums every year supporting cars \u2014 about $29 million (DKK 200 million) just for road restoration. It\u2019s only fair and long overdue that we invest more in bicycles. We must continue this in future budgets.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1595\">From 2016 to 2025, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wonderfulcopenhagen.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Copenhagen<\/a> has allocated an average of $23 million (DKK 160 million) per year toward cycling initiatives \u2014 including infrastructure upgrades, safety programs, and school route improvements, often supported by external funding. In 2025 alone, $25 million (DKK 174 million) has been granted for cycling-related efforts, underscoring the city\u2019s long-term commitment to sustainable mobility.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1627\">Key cycling initiatives:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1677\">Safe school route and bike path on Mimersgade<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1729\">Bicycle bridge between \u00d8sterbro and Refshale\u00f8en<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1790\">Improved traffic safety and accessibility on Refshale\u00f8en<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1846\">Expansion of green-wave traffic lights for cyclists<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1936\">Underground bike parking at new metro stations (Sundby\u00f8ster Plads and Lergravsparken)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2100\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">(Currency conversions based on an approximate rate of 1 DKK = 0.143 USD.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Copenhagen is doubling down on its reputation as the world\u2019s premier cycling capital. 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