Recommendations of the bicycle use in the COVID-19 de-escalation process

The Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge of the Spanish Government has published recommendations to bicycle use as the main vehicle and mobility solution in the de-escalation after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bicycle sharing systems as a mobility solution are the best options in several cities.

A key transformation of structures and systems to adapt cities through investments to provide more space for cyclists and pedestrians.

Authorization of the legalized transport infrastructure after the alarm situation is essential to increase the safety of cycling among the population.

Safe parking facilities, which Cycling Friendly has been promoting for years, is another major point.

Informational campaigns are needed to make the entire population aware of the use of the bicycle as the major transport element.

Efforts to improve intermodality with the various public transport systems are essential.