bicycle heaven

Copenhagen’s Bicycle Heaven

We all wish that bicyclists and drivers could live in harmony. Though, we must admit, this relationship would be a lot better if our infrastructure was built for it.

Copenhagen is a prime example of bicycle heaven. In this ultra-bicycle-friendly city, more than 50% of residents ride their bike to work. And, why wouldn’t they? With traffic lights timed for bicycle speeds, cobblestone paths with smoothed shoulders, and parking systems that buffer cycle lanes from moving traffic, it’s no wonder that more people feel safe enough to commute via bike.

And now, Copenhagen has topped itself as one of the most bicycle friendly cities in the world. With the addition of the Cykelslangen, or Cycle Snake, bicyclists can now skip the traffic and congestion all together, and ride over this awesome skyway.

See the full story (and all the beautiful photos) of bicycle heaven here:

Copenhagen’s New Bike Skyway Makes Commuting Look Fun