The most BIKE-FRIENDLY cities in the world Cycle your way through these cities across the globe for an unforgettable experience. BY ARUSHI SAKHUJA done your selection, here are the world’s best biking cities and where you’ll want to pedal once you get there. Beijing, China Known as the cycling capital of the world, Beijing is one of the few cities where perfectly normal to see more cycles on the road than cars. With dedicated lanes and routes for cyclists, one of the best ways to experience China’s capital would be on a bicycle. Whether you’re simply riding on city roads or through the majestic mountains surrounding the Great Wall, there are plenty of bike rental facilities along with guided tours to help you explore this fun and environmentally friendly way of sightseeing. Antwerp, Belgium Antwerp ranks No. 3 on the latest Global Bicycle Cities Index and offers a great mix of historic landmarks, modern architecture, world-class museums, and some of the best shopping and dining in Europe. With flat bike-friendly roads, the city is surrounded by greenery, making it a therapeutic way to spend time alone.The city has several established cycling routes that are tailored to first timers and tourists, including a river route that takes you along and across the river Scheldt and through nearby villages.The 37 km journey starts and ends in the centre of Antwerp and delivers a wonderful introduction to the city and surrounding areas. Travelling is an adventure. But if you really wish to make the most of your vacations, we’d suggest following the traditional quote that says “Don’t listen to what they say. Go see.” Bicycles can be a great way for travellers to enjoy a city and quite frankly, they help you reach corners that you may never know existed. It’s an experience like no other to truly immerse yourself in the city’s culture. Once considered a necessary playtime activity for kids, cycling today has caught on big time with the increasing tribe of experimental travellers eager to explore different places in a different way. . Condé Nast Traveller presents its pick of the ten best cycle-friendly places in the world. You can rent a bike and pedal around most cities, but some go out of their way to make exploring on two wheels easy and convenient. From spacious bike lanes run parallel to roads to making traveling by bike more efficient than calling a cab and guided tours, many cities across the globe are cashing in on this trend and are going all out to promote the joys of travelling on a two-wheeler. So, the next time you pin down on a new destination to visit, take a moment to figure out the city bike network (or rent a bike for the weekend) and experience the city how the locals do. However, not all cities are bicycle friendly, and the last thing you want is a stressful vacation pedalling around an a city where vehicles rule. To help you narrow Beijing, China Antwerp, Belgium 46|LUXEBOOK|MARCH 2023 MARCH 2023 |LUXEBOOK|47 TRAVEL AND LEISURE
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