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The Copenhagenize Report
It was Paris' bike share programme, Vélib', that persuaded London and New York to get the ball rolling and improve conditions for cyclists. Now the French capital is lightyears ahead of other large cities as they continue investing in infrastructure and facilities. They receive maximum points for their bike share programme - arguably one of the most effective in the world. Paris makes the bicycle the quickest way from A to B – the ultimate goal for traffic planning for bicycles - and its citizens have embraced the opportunity.

Copenhagenize Fixes
After such an impressive period of growth for bicycle traffic, it is time for Paris to take it to the next level. This requires visionary political decision-making and a more direct approach to bicycle infrastructure, borrowing from best practice in other established bicycle cultures. Time to make those painted bike lanes more permanent with curbs and to implement more on-street cycle tracks. The tipping point is incredibly close for Paris.

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