European Cyclists' Federation

European Cyclists' Federation More people cycling more often ECF: the voice of European cyclists for over 25 years. ECF is a partner in the EU projects LifeCycle and PRESTO.
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Established in 1983, ECF is today representing 38 countries, with over 500,000 active members, the voice of millions of cyclists. Our mission is to ensure that bicycle use achieves its fullest potential so as to bring about sustainable mobility and public well-being. ECF projects include annual Velo-city® conference, EuroVelo® long-distance cycle routes as well as the Cities for Cyclists network and the Scientists for Cycling network.

With ‘carspreading’ looming large over Europe, this poses safety risks for cyclists, pedestrians, and other vulnerable r...
04/08/2026

With ‘carspreading’ looming large over Europe, this poses safety risks for cyclists, pedestrians, and other vulnerable road users. Bigger cars also mean less space for active travel and more energy usage.

We can combat this problem with policy levers such as weight-differentiated parking charges at the local level and establishing EU-wide dimensional limits for new passenger cars.

➡️More in the article: https://www.ecf.com/en/news/carspreading-trend/

31/07/2026

Meet the recipients of the 2026 ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant! 🚲🌎
In the first part of a three-part series introducing the recipients of the 2026 Travel Grant, we are pleased to present:
Ceyda Uyar from Istanbul Türkiye, Bicycle Ambassador for Zincir Kıran Kadınlar Derneği (Chain Breaking Women)
Anastasiia Makarenko from Kyiv, Ukraine, CEO of U-Cycle.
Nazir H. from Tripoli, Lebanon, BYCS Bicycle Mayor of Tripoli.
These inspiring advocates brought valuable knowledge and expertise to Velo-city 2026 Rimini, while also taking new ideas, connections and insights back to their communities.
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The third edition of the ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant enabled 16 inspiring cycling advocates to participate and contribute to the Velo-city conference.
This year’s recipients came from Argentina, Brazil, Ghana, India, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, Turkey, Uganda and Ukraine.
Thank you again, Cities for Better Health, an initiative of , for making their participation possible!

29/07/2026

Check out our latest video of inspiring advocates featuring in our 2026 ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant series! 🚲🌎
In part three of our series introducing the recipients of the 2026 Travel Grant, we introduce:
Milly Lumumba from Nairobi, Kenya, Consultant at National Transport Safety Authority (NTSA)
Engin Aktürk from Istanbul, Türkiye, Architect at Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
Murilo Casagrande from Sao Paulo, Director of Institutional Development at Aromeiazero Institute
Itsi Alveano from Playa del Carmen, Mexico, Professor of Urban Planning and Sustainable Mobility at Earth and Life University
Ashik Jain from Pune, India, BYCS Bicycle Mayor of Pimpri-Chinchwad
These advocates shared valuable professional and local perspectives at Velo-city 2026 Rimini, while building connections and gathering ideas to support cycling in their own cities and communities.
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Across the three-part series, we celebrate the recipients of the third edition of the ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant, and the knowledge, experience and commitment they brought to Velo-city 2026 Rimini.
Thank you once again to Cities for Better Health, an initiative of , for making this possible!

27/07/2026

More voices, experiences and perspectives from the 2026 ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant! 🚲🌎
In part two of our series, we are pleased to introduce:
Senem Çeyiz from Kastamonu, Türkiye, Assistant Professor at Kastamonu University
Feridun Ekmekci from Muğla, Türkiye, President, ENVERÇEVKO
Walinase Munthali from Lilongwe, Malawi, Deputy Director Engineering Services at GK Works Consulting
Vivian Aborah from Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana, Metro. Transport Head/Community Engagement Officer at Centre for Road Safety and Accountability-Africa
Helena Porto from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Director of Polo Cicloviário Arariboia
Amanda Ngabirano from Kampala, Uganda, Lecturer at Makerere University

These advocates represent different cities institutions and areas of expertise. Check out how they enriched discussions at Velo-city 2026 Rimini and what key takeaways they brought back home with them.
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Through the ECF x Cities for Better Health Travel Grant, 16 cycling advocates were able to participate in and contribute to this year’s Velo-city conference
This year’s grant supported participants from Argentina, Brazil, Ghana, India, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, Turkey, Uganda and Ukraine.
Thank you to Cities for Better Health, an initiative of Nordisk, for supporting their participation!

17/07/2026

petition to have more cycling emojis ‼️

What are the pros and cons of different surface types for cycling infrastructure? ⚖️🤔From asphalt and concrete to stone ...
16/07/2026

What are the pros and cons of different surface types for cycling infrastructure? ⚖️🤔

From asphalt and concrete to stone and gravel, our latest report examines how surface choices affect the accessibility, comfort, safety, climate resilience, and environmental impact of cycling paths.

This is the first in a series of publications for the 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗴 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 project, of which ECF is a proud partner! CycleRight aims to share the best cycling management practices from different parts of the EU.

➡️Read it now and get started! https://ecf.com/media/resources/2026/CycleRight-Guide-Surface.pdf?_t=1781081737

🔗Learn about CycleRight here: https://www.interregeurope.eu/cycleright

🚴🏙️ One month has passed, and we still can’t get over the best edition of our Cities & Regions for Cyclists (CRC) Networ...
15/07/2026

🚴🏙️ One month has passed, and we still can’t get over the best edition of our Cities & Regions for Cyclists (CRC) Network Day yet!

A special thank you goes to our host, Comune di Rimini, and to the Dutch Cycling Embassy for supporting this year’s edition and doing what they do best: using their expertise to inspire cities and regions to explore new pathways for advancing cycling-led planning.

👉 Are you interested in joining the next edition? Get in touch to join our network: https://www.ecf.com/en/community/networks/cities-regions-for-cyclists/

Owning a bike can be a powerful first step toward greater mobility and independence, but the upfront cost can be a barri...
09/07/2026

Owning a bike can be a powerful first step toward greater mobility and independence, but the upfront cost can be a barrier.

Fortunately, governments across Europe are introducing purchase incentives that help residents and businesses acquire a range of bicycles, including e-bikes and cargo bikes.

ECF and Wolt are proud to present five case studies showcasing the diversity and impact of these incentive schemes. Together, they demonstrate how targeted support can make cycling more accessible for households and businesses alike.

📘 Read the full policy brief: https://ecf.com/media/resources/2026/Policy-brief-ECF-Wolt-Money-for-Bikes-Tracker.pdf?_t=1782280943

🚲 Explore bike purchase incentives in your area with our tracker: https://www.ecf.com/en/resources/tracker-money-for-bikes/

📃How can we optimise the surface design of cycling infrastructure? ECF is proud to share its first report as part of the...
08/07/2026

📃How can we optimise the surface design of cycling infrastructure?

ECF is proud to share its first report as part of the CycleRight project, which aims to share best cycling management practices from different parts of the EU.

The guide examines how surface choices affect accessibility, comfort, safety, climate resilience, and environmental impact by analysing common design issues and reviewing performance metrics.

🔗Read it now and get started! https://ecf.com/media/resources/2026/CycleRight-Guide-Surface.pdf?_t=1781081737

➡️Learn more about CycleRight, an Interreg Europe project: https://www.interregeurope.eu/cycleright

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗹𝗼-𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗥𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶The Healthy Cycling Challenge, la...
07/07/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗹𝗼-𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗥𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶

The Healthy Cycling Challenge, launched by Cities for Better Health (Novo Nordisk) together with ECF, called for innovative, ready-to-implement solutions that use cycling to promote public health and social equity in urban neighbourhoods.

Eight months after their official presentation, the three winners of the Healthy Cycling Challenge showcased how their project has moved into implementation during the session “Promoting healthy and sustainable urban neighbourhoods in Peru, Nepal and Brazil,” at 𝗩𝗲𝗹𝗼-𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗥𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶.

🚲 Leticia Leda Sabino presented Pedalando Juntas, a project developing community bike-sharing systems in São Paulo’s favelas, implemented by Walkability Institute.

🚲 Carolina Butrich presented Pedalea Seguro, a project strengthening urban cycling in Lima, Tacna and Trujillo through data, tactical urbanism, and community engagement implemented by Sociedad Peruana de Derecho Ambiental.

🚲 Nivesh Dugar presented Pedal Paathshala, a community learning initiative that combines cycling education, school bike libraries, and women-led training, implemented by Cycle City Network Nepal (CCNN).

💡 Read more about their early results in our latest article: https://www.ecf.com/en/news/healthy-cycling-challenge-winners-velo-city-2026-showcase/

🔗 Learn more about Cities for Better Health: https://www.citiesforbetterhealth.com/

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