{"id":31278,"date":"2019-10-31T21:40:25","date_gmt":"2019-10-31T18:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prohoster.info\/blog\/veloinfrastruktura-v-gollandii-kak-eto-rabotaet\/"},"modified":"2019-10-31T21:40:25","modified_gmt":"2019-10-31T18:40:25","slug":"veloinfrastruktura-v-gollandii-kak-eto-rabotaet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prohoster.info\/en\/blog\/news\/veloinfrastruktura-v-gollandii-kak-eto-rabotaet","title":{"rendered":"Cycling Infrastructure in the Netherlands \u2014 How Does It Work?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

Hello Habr.<\/p>\n

In recent years, various cities in Russia have started paying more attention to cycling infrastructure. The process is certainly slow and somewhat problematic \u2014 cars are often parked on bike lanes, bike paths do not withstand winters with salt and wear out, and not every place can physically accommodate these bike paths. In general, there are issues, but it's encouraging that they are at least trying to address them.<\/p>\n

Let's take a look at how cycling infrastructure works in the Netherlands \u2014 a country with a long history of cycling, where the number of bicycles exceeds the number of residents.<\/p>\n

\"Cycling
\nIn the Netherlands, bicycles are not just a means of transport but a part of the national culture.<\/i>
\n<\/a><\/noindex><\/p>\n

Bike Paths<\/h2>\n

\nBike paths are everywhere in the Netherlands, and this is not a literary exaggeration. From almost any point in the country, you can reach any other point without getting off your bike. The paths are marked in a different color, so it's hard to confuse them, and of course, pedestrians are not advised to walk on them. Plus, it's often not possible since bike traffic can be quite lively. <\/p>\n

Whenever possible, bike paths are physically separated from sidewalks, although this is not always achievable and depends on the width of the street.
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nOf course, they aren\u2019t always that empty; during peak hours, it often looks like this:
\n\"Cycling
\n(source thecyclingdutchman.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/the-ultimate-amsterdam-bike-ride.html<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

By the way, there are even special models of GPS receivers (like the Garmin Edge) pre-loaded with bike paths that plot routes specifically along them. <\/p>\n

The bike paths themselves are usually separated not only from the sidewalk but also from the roadway, making them quite safe \u2014 there\u2019s clear marking, signs, separate traffic lights, and each bike path is often duplicated on both sides of the road, so physically crossing into oncoming traffic is nearly impossible. Therefore, most Dutch people do not wear helmets, and bike accidents are practically an exception \u2014 it's certainly possible to fall off a bike, but it's difficult to get seriously hurt. <\/p>\n

By the way, the reason there are more bicycles than bikes in the Netherlands is simple. Many people use two bikes: one to ride from home to the metro, leaving it near the train station, and the other to ride from the terminal station to work. Additionally, some may own an old rusty bike that they don\u2019t mind leaving outside, and another good one at home for sports or longer weekend trips. Moreover, with an average price of 2 Euros for a tram or bus ride, an old used bike costing 100-200 Euros can easily pay for itself over a season, even if it\u2019s just thrown away afterward (though it seems the Dutch hardly ever throw away bikes \u2014 I haven\u2019t seen such antique models anywhere else for a long time).<\/p>\n

Infrastructure<\/h2>\n

\nOf course, for people to use bicycles, it has to be convenient. The government invests significant funds into this. Almost every station or stop has bike parking \u2014 the size can range from a simple rack to a covered shelter, or even an underground parking lot for thousands of bicycles. Often, all of this is free.<\/p>\n

Parking can vary in size, from these:
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nTo these:
\n\"Cycling
\n(source bicycledutch.wordpress.com\/2015\/06\/02\/bicycle-parking-at-delft-central-station<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

Huge underground bike parks are being built; here are a couple of pictures to understand the scale of the construction and the money involved:
\n\"Cycling
\n
\n\"Cycling
\n(source \u2014 youtube video<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

Of course, almost every office center not only has bike parking but also showers for employees.<\/p>\n

However, there are still not enough parking spaces for everyone, and many find it inconvenient to walk to them, so bikes are just left outside and locked to anything available. Practically, any tree or pole also serves as a good bike parking spot (if it's not raining, but this doesn\u2019t deter owners \u2014 in such cases, a bag is simply placed over the saddle).
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nAnother important point is that you can take a bike on the metro or train (outside of peak hours, and the number is limited to a few per wagon). The wagons where bikes are allowed are marked with a special sign:
\n\"Cycling
\n(Source: bikeshed.johnhoogstrate.nl\/bicycle\/trip\/train_netherlands<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

Bicycles<\/h2>\n

\nBikes in the Netherlands can be categorized into several different types.<\/p>\n

Antique junk<\/b>
\nThis is a bike that\u2019s 20-50 years old, squeaky and rusty, which you don\u2019t mind leaving outside and won\u2019t mind if it gets stolen.
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nBike for transporting children<\/b>
\nI don't know what it's officially called, but it's probably clear from the picture. It's quite an expensive bike (the price can be up to \u20ac3000 for electric models), designed for transporting children.
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nOn such a bike, a mom or dad can take their kids to school or daycare, then continue on to work.<\/p>\n

There are even special mega-bikes that can accommodate a small group of preschoolers:
\n\"Cycling
\n(source \u2014 jillkandel.com<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

Various exotic models also exist, for example, this 'recumbent' bike called ligfiets is more commonly known as liegerad in the world (liegen \u2014 to lie down).
\n\"Cycling
\n(source \u2014 nederlandersfietsen.nl\/soorten-fietsen\/ligfiets<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

It may be better in terms of aerodynamics, but it's just not visible on the road \u2014 no one would ever guess that something else could be going at high speed below their feet.<\/p>\n

Electric Bicycles<\/b>
\nElectric bicycles have a speed limit of 25 km\/h and are fully automatic \u2014 as soon as you start pedaling, the electric motor kicks in. The range is up to 40 km, which is quite convenient, though of course, such a bike is heavier and more expensive than a regular one.<\/p>\n

More powerful models can reach speeds of up to 40 km\/h and seemingly require registration and a helmet, but I'm not completely sure about that.<\/p>\n

Folding Bicycles<\/b>
\nSuch a bike folds in half, and most conveniently, it can be transported without restrictions on the metro or train.
\n\"Cycling
\n
\nWhen folded, such a bike occupies very little space:
\n\"Cycling
\n(source \u2014 www.decathlon.nl\/p\/vouwfiets-tilt-100-zwart-folding-bike\/_\/R-p-X8500541<\/a><\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

Motorized Wheels and Other Exotics<\/b>
\nIf I'm not mistaken, they are currently outside the legal framework and not legally allowed. Motorized wheels are indeed an exotic item here and are very rare (although they are listed in the price lists). Scooters are also quite rare.<\/p>\n

Conclusions<\/h2>\n

\nAs can be seen, if desired by both people and the government, a lot can be accomplished. Of course, the climate also plays a role (the average winter temperature in the Netherlands is +3-5, and snow occurs for only one week a year). But even in the Russian climate, with a good network of bike paths, I'm sure many would switch to bicycles for at least 5-6 months of the year. This is also an investment in ecology, in the fight against global warming, and other matters.<\/p>\n

P.S.: This picture \u2014 is not really the Netherlands, but St. Petersburg:
\n\"Cycling
\n(source \u2014 pikabu.ru\/story\/v_sanktpeterburge_otkryili_yakhtennyiy_most_5082262<\/noindex>)<\/p>\n

The Dutch experience is being adopted (consultants were invited for guidance), which is encouraging.
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