Designing cycling infrastructure
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The Micromobility Planning Toolbox

In cooperation with Copenhagenize, Geveko Markings has developed the micromobility toolbox.

Visualizing how horizontal markings can enhance the benefits and safety of cycling- and other micromobility infrastructure. Including examples of way finding, safe routes to school, signalized/unsignalized bicycle paths, and other relevant projects that can contribute to a sustainable development of cycling,.

Link to PDF:
ENGLISH Geveko Micromobility Toolbox

Designing cycling infrastructure

Traffic calming

Traffic calming can reduce driving speeds so cycling next to cars is safe and secure. Good designs are available and have achieved excellent results. Speed bumps for cyclists can also be installed and car-free schools can be reinforced with signage. By Troels Andersen Traffic calming means lim…

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Edge lane roads

Edge lane roads (or 2 minus 1 roads) can be a cheap alternative to cycle tracks and cycle lanes when space or funding is scarce. Cyclists have priority in part of the space and drivers need to pay greater attention to cyclists. Denmark has had good experience with such roads in rural as well as urba…

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Shared space

Under certain conditions streets and squares may be designed as shared space, i.e. an area where road users decide together how to share the area. This requires the right balance between the number of cyclists, pedestrians and drivers for it to become a safe, secure area. By Troels Andersen Th…

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Bicycle streets

Bicycle streets are a new type of street organization where cyclists have priority. They have been introduced in several cities and the results are promising, but there have to be many cyclists and very little motor traffic to achieve the proper balance between road users. By Troels Andersen B…

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Big bicycle bridges

A big bicycle bridge is a costly investment, but is usually money well spent. Bicycle and pedestrian traffic increases, and there is a new icon to promote cycling in the city. The bridge is often the missing link that can open up urban neighborhoods and create new corridors and a more livable city.…

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