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Copenhagen's 'green wave' keeps rush-hour cyclists moving
Original: ‘It’s the best feeling’: how Copenhagen gave cyclists a green wave
Copenhagen has synchronised its traffic lights so that cyclists riding at about 20km/h during rush hour can catch green lights along major routes without stopping. Cyclists describe the continuous flow as 'the best feeling', and the system is being highlighted internationally as an example of how cities can prioritise cycling infrastructure and encourage more people to leave their cars at home.
Why now: Urban planners and cycling advocates are sharing Copenhagen's traffic-light synchronisation as a model for making city cycling faster and more appealing.
Evidence
- ‘It’s the best feeling’: how Copenhagen gave cyclists a green wave · The Guardian
Traffic lights are synchronised so a rush-hour cyclist at 20km/h can catch green lights all the way
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