So, you’re going to the Netherlands? Wondering whether you need to learn Dutch, wear wooden shoes, or prepare for an encounter with a grandmother on a bicycle? We’ve got you covered. A recent visitor wrote this hilarious survival guide for the world’s most developed cycling country: buff.ly/LS4p7Di

Last week in Beijing, the DCE was proud to support the World Bank’s workshop, ‘Advancing Active Mobility for Livable and Productive Chinese Cities’. It gathered officials, planners, engineers, academics, and professionals from cities with a combined population of 140-million people: buff.ly/IgLkT1E

The beauty of everyday cycling in the Netherlands. Artist Cathy Tuttle captures these everyday scenes beautifully in a series of watercolour postcards. We love these glimpses of the ordinary, made extraordinary. Explore the full collection: buff.ly/J3L3nOn

What can cities across Latin America learn from the Dutch approach to active travel? A delegation from Colombia, Chile and Brazil recently visited The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht to explore how Dutch cities have transformed their streets, public spaces and mobility systems. READ: buff.ly/0ahsBd7

In the Netherlands, you will often see paths such as this one. Separated, wide, and surrounded by greenery. By making cycling infrastructure safe and enjoyable, it is less of a hurdle to travel by bike.

More space for cyclists at one of the busiest bicycle intersections in Rotterdam. 🚲 The transformation of the Vasteland–Erasmus Bridge intersection is now complete, with wider cycle paths and improved pedestrian crossings creating a safer, more comfortable experience for everyone. 📸: Milou van Min

VelopA's Paleto is a great example of future-ready design: a modular system that can be configured for everything from bike parking and mobility hubs to scooter storage, cargo bikes, maintenance facilities and more— with options like green roofs, integrated lighting and EV charging: buff.ly/clxGvJ2

France 3 highlights how accessibility can be built into tourism, ensuring age, disability, or reduced mobility are never barriers to exploring a destination. On Île de Ré, adapted tricycles, tandems and cargo taxis are helping more people experience the freedom, independence and joy cycling offers.

This booklet, A World for Cycling: Dutch-Inspired Global Projects, brings together examples from the Netherlands and around the world, showing how proven cycling approaches are being adapted to different local contexts. Read here: buff.ly/9z54vQM

Good cycling experiences don't happen by accident. They depend on high-quality data. In the Netherlands, a new digital tool called Netwerkmaker is keeping recreational networks accurate and current by identifying infrastructure changes and suggesting improvements. READ (in Dutch): buff.ly/fqPmhUa

What does it take to become a cycling nation? It's not DNA. It's not terrain. It's not luck. The Dutch Cycling Vision distills decades of experience into a practical guide for professionals and advocates looking to make cycling a safe, convenient and attractive choice for everyone: buff.ly/AlsQN5Y

This is the original 'fietsstraat' in Amsterdam In 2016, the City of Amsterdam was interested in starting a pilot with a different road profile. This resulted in a new type of bicycle street for Amsterdam. In line with other bicycle streets, cyclists have priority over cars (cars are guests).

What does a world-class cycle touring route look like? The Waterline Route combines centuries of engineering, UNESCO-listed heritage, charming towns, and some of the best bike infrastructure on the planet— from Amsterdam's ring of forts to Utrecht, Gorinchem and De Biesbosch. READ: buff.ly/C5A17r8

🎶 You say we’ve got the wrong terrain Or you cry that there’s just too much rain But they wanted it and built the lanes And I know that we could be the same @danabrahamsmusic.bsky.social on why safer, healthier, more liveable cities aren't built by chance, they're built by choice: buff.ly/DWz6iWd

Hidden beneath the waters of Amsterdam lies one of the world's most remarkable cycling facilities. Take a tour of the state-of-the-art bike garage at Centraal Station, where thousands seamlessly combine cycling with public transport each day. WATCH @pedalandtringtring.bsky.social: buff.ly/Lmi526Q

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The world's best cycling cities aren't born. They're built. The Dutch approach isn't about culture or coincidence. It's about making choices that prioritize people over cars, and creating places where bikes become the safest, easiest, and most attractive option for everyone. WATCH: buff.ly/fAoV8lN

Why do cycle bridges matter? Cycle bridges create safe, direct routes for people on bikes, especially across busy roads, railways, or waterways. They remove conflict points with motor traffic, reducing the risk of collisions and making cycling more enjoyable for everyone.

Congratulations to Nijland Cycling on winning a Eurobike Gold Award! 🎉 With its 16 cm step-through frame and thoughtfully designed riding experience, the Suelo is a powerful commitment to making cycling safer, more accessible, and more inclusive for people with balance challenges: buff.ly/cxxzn1e

The Dutch lead the world in residential bike parking, and it's not by accident. Municipalities have spent 20+ years building programs that put certified, secure bike hangars on residential streets at scale. How the model works, and why cities everywhere are looking to replicate it: buff.ly/EFkQaiX

This remarkable before-and-after look at Utrecht shows that great cities aren't transformed overnight. They evolve through steady, people-first decisions that reclaim space from cars, add greenery, and make everyday cycling safer and more enjoyable. READ @bicycledutch.bsky.social: buff.ly/cYsimzy

The Dutch model shows how shifting the conversation from costs to returns can unlock healthier people, stronger economies, lower spending, and more productive cities. It's time to stop asking, "Can we afford to invest in cycling?" and start asking, "Can we afford not to?" READ: buff.ly/xzxsDa8

One of the most interesting things about Dutch cycling culture is how long people keep cycling. Even at 75+ you still see many people on the bike, often every day. That is not by chance. Safe cycle lanes, smooth surfaces, and clear crossings make cycling possible at every age.

In May 2026, the Dutch Cycling Embassy was invited to contribute to the Smart City Congress in Stockholm, Sweden. The yearly conference brings together urban innovators and policymakers focused on the transition towards a smarter urban future. Read more: buff.ly/GlxgIrG

During Velo-city, we sponsored two participants from a developing economy, who might not otherwise have been able to join the conference. One of them was Helena Tito. She is currently currently leading the Maputo Pedalando project, which aims to encourage bicycle use in the Mozambican capital.

The Netherlands Railways (NS) have rolled out a €49 monthly ticket for unlimited train travel nationwide. Good transport policy is not about one mode winning over another. It is about building a system where walking, cycling, public transport and shared mobility work together.

There is still time to register for our webinar on Switzerland's Federal Act on Cycle Routes. Monday, 29 June 2026 | 12:15–13:15 | Online via Microsoft Teams Language: German & French More information about the webinar, the speakers, and registration can be found here: buff.ly/T4vw00C

On June 20th and 21st, 2026, the Dutch Cycling Embassy travelled to Bucharest, Romania to participate in the annual New Urban Habits (nUH) Festival. Thank you to the incredible organising team, fellow speakers and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Romania for their support!

Powershelter just launched their open-access battery swapping network in Berlin. This means delivery riders can swap an empty battery for a fully charged one, any time of day, without carrying spares or going home to charge. #DCEnetwork

The City of Amsterdam has raised the free parking limit from 24 hours to 7 days. The new 7-day limit applies at: Beursplein, Leidseplein, Ceintuurbaan, Ferdinand Bol, Reguliers, Rokin and Station Noord. #DCEnetwork