Dutch Cycling Embassy
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· Nov 25
Hello BlueSky.
We’re the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Our goal is to share our expertise and technology as the world's number one cycling country to facilitate cycling worldwide as the most modern, efficient and sustainable method of transport.
We’re the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Our goal is to share our expertise and technology as the world's number one cycling country to facilitate cycling worldwide as the most modern, efficient and sustainable method of transport.
How can French cities create safe, comfortable, and enjoyable spaces for cycling?
In early 2026 @mobycon.bsky.social brings their expertise to France for their debut masterclass with the French design office Urbanisme & Mobilités to unlock the potential for cycling cities. Details: buff.ly/U0q6Pfb
In early 2026 @mobycon.bsky.social brings their expertise to France for their debut masterclass with the French design office Urbanisme & Mobilités to unlock the potential for cycling cities. Details: buff.ly/U0q6Pfb
December 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
How can French cities create safe, comfortable, and enjoyable spaces for cycling?
In early 2026 @mobycon.bsky.social brings their expertise to France for their debut masterclass with the French design office Urbanisme & Mobilités to unlock the potential for cycling cities. Details: buff.ly/U0q6Pfb
In early 2026 @mobycon.bsky.social brings their expertise to France for their debut masterclass with the French design office Urbanisme & Mobilités to unlock the potential for cycling cities. Details: buff.ly/U0q6Pfb
"When you cycle you feel part of the city in a completely different way than when you drive. It's what makes Utrecht a friendly city."
Swedish media agency Corren visits Utrecht's to learn what Linköping can do to become a global cycling city.
Read more here: buff.ly/NpG7lQH
Photos: Albin Winther
Swedish media agency Corren visits Utrecht's to learn what Linköping can do to become a global cycling city.
Read more here: buff.ly/NpG7lQH
Photos: Albin Winther
December 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"When you cycle you feel part of the city in a completely different way than when you drive. It's what makes Utrecht a friendly city."
Swedish media agency Corren visits Utrecht's to learn what Linköping can do to become a global cycling city.
Read more here: buff.ly/NpG7lQH
Photos: Albin Winther
Swedish media agency Corren visits Utrecht's to learn what Linköping can do to become a global cycling city.
Read more here: buff.ly/NpG7lQH
Photos: Albin Winther
Can't imagine life without your two-(or three-)wheeled cycle?
💡 Some tips against bike theft care of BIKEBAZE:
1️⃣ Always use a strong lock.
2️⃣ Park in secure bike parking or lock it to something solid.
3️⃣ Remove lights and battery.
Register your bike and battery number FOR FREE: buff.ly/FCIfPrg
💡 Some tips against bike theft care of BIKEBAZE:
1️⃣ Always use a strong lock.
2️⃣ Park in secure bike parking or lock it to something solid.
3️⃣ Remove lights and battery.
Register your bike and battery number FOR FREE: buff.ly/FCIfPrg
December 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Can't imagine life without your two-(or three-)wheeled cycle?
💡 Some tips against bike theft care of BIKEBAZE:
1️⃣ Always use a strong lock.
2️⃣ Park in secure bike parking or lock it to something solid.
3️⃣ Remove lights and battery.
Register your bike and battery number FOR FREE: buff.ly/FCIfPrg
💡 Some tips against bike theft care of BIKEBAZE:
1️⃣ Always use a strong lock.
2️⃣ Park in secure bike parking or lock it to something solid.
3️⃣ Remove lights and battery.
Register your bike and battery number FOR FREE: buff.ly/FCIfPrg
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Are you interesting in cities and how to make them better for everyone? Bluesky has, in my observation, the biggest and best community of urbanists and city-builders on social media, and STARTER PACKS were a KEY to creating that! I have a bunch of them. This was my first! go.bsky.app/G7isZfk
December 11, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Are you interesting in cities and how to make them better for everyone? Bluesky has, in my observation, the biggest and best community of urbanists and city-builders on social media, and STARTER PACKS were a KEY to creating that! I have a bunch of them. This was my first! go.bsky.app/G7isZfk
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Viewing #transport infrastructure through a #bikenomics lens shows that bike-friendly investments generate big returns, like health improvements, climate benefits, and social equity.
Dive into how Dutch cycling insights can reshape smarter infrastructure planning 👇 itdp.org/2025/08/18/t...
Dive into how Dutch cycling insights can reshape smarter infrastructure planning 👇 itdp.org/2025/08/18/t...
Rethinking Transport Infrastructure Investments Through the Lens of 'Bikenomics'
It is no secret that countries around the world are facing a period of economic uncertainty. Sudden demands for defense spending, customs tariffs, and replacement of post-war infrastructure at the…
itdp.org
December 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Viewing #transport infrastructure through a #bikenomics lens shows that bike-friendly investments generate big returns, like health improvements, climate benefits, and social equity.
Dive into how Dutch cycling insights can reshape smarter infrastructure planning 👇 itdp.org/2025/08/18/t...
Dive into how Dutch cycling insights can reshape smarter infrastructure planning 👇 itdp.org/2025/08/18/t...
What does the future of train station cycling parking look like? In Dordrecht, it’s already here!
🏆 Winner of the Brunel Award, the new facility by Movares/StudioSK shows how innovative engineering can transform urban mobility and station design.
More info: buff.ly/YqgBaN1 & buff.ly/MwEVQE5
🏆 Winner of the Brunel Award, the new facility by Movares/StudioSK shows how innovative engineering can transform urban mobility and station design.
More info: buff.ly/YqgBaN1 & buff.ly/MwEVQE5
December 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
What does the future of train station cycling parking look like? In Dordrecht, it’s already here!
🏆 Winner of the Brunel Award, the new facility by Movares/StudioSK shows how innovative engineering can transform urban mobility and station design.
More info: buff.ly/YqgBaN1 & buff.ly/MwEVQE5
🏆 Winner of the Brunel Award, the new facility by Movares/StudioSK shows how innovative engineering can transform urban mobility and station design.
More info: buff.ly/YqgBaN1 & buff.ly/MwEVQE5
#DCEnetwork members vanRaam were prominent at the launch of @idfmobilites.bsky.social' (IDFM) new sharing scheme from Véligo Location.
As more cities aim to stmulate more cycling for everyone, services for inclusive cycle mobility like this helps eliminate barriers to pedal-powered travel.
As more cities aim to stmulate more cycling for everyone, services for inclusive cycle mobility like this helps eliminate barriers to pedal-powered travel.
December 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
#DCEnetwork members vanRaam were prominent at the launch of @idfmobilites.bsky.social' (IDFM) new sharing scheme from Véligo Location.
As more cities aim to stmulate more cycling for everyone, services for inclusive cycle mobility like this helps eliminate barriers to pedal-powered travel.
As more cities aim to stmulate more cycling for everyone, services for inclusive cycle mobility like this helps eliminate barriers to pedal-powered travel.
Our study visits welcome all tyoes of groups to come and experience cycling in The Netherlands first hand.
In late November Indonesian Traffic Police came to Utrecht to cycle it's network and learn more about how Utrecht continues to achieve success.
Read more about the visit: buff.ly/syQjSa6
In late November Indonesian Traffic Police came to Utrecht to cycle it's network and learn more about how Utrecht continues to achieve success.
Read more about the visit: buff.ly/syQjSa6
December 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Our study visits welcome all tyoes of groups to come and experience cycling in The Netherlands first hand.
In late November Indonesian Traffic Police came to Utrecht to cycle it's network and learn more about how Utrecht continues to achieve success.
Read more about the visit: buff.ly/syQjSa6
In late November Indonesian Traffic Police came to Utrecht to cycle it's network and learn more about how Utrecht continues to achieve success.
Read more about the visit: buff.ly/syQjSa6
From the Active City Conference it's clear: Rotterdam is set to become the 1st Dutch city to earn the Global Active City label given to cities that embed sport & physical activity in their policies to foster healthier, more sociable, and more liveable urban environments.
More info: buff.ly/PYQ18qb
More info: buff.ly/PYQ18qb
December 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
From the Active City Conference it's clear: Rotterdam is set to become the 1st Dutch city to earn the Global Active City label given to cities that embed sport & physical activity in their policies to foster healthier, more sociable, and more liveable urban environments.
More info: buff.ly/PYQ18qb
More info: buff.ly/PYQ18qb
Cities wanting better cycling can't forget one key element to success - parking!
The new CROW Checklist Indoor Bicycle Parking offers a practical tool to support good decision‑making and parking facilities that meet both user needs and City ambitions.
Find the guide and tool here: buff.ly/VPYrHlU
The new CROW Checklist Indoor Bicycle Parking offers a practical tool to support good decision‑making and parking facilities that meet both user needs and City ambitions.
Find the guide and tool here: buff.ly/VPYrHlU
December 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Cities wanting better cycling can't forget one key element to success - parking!
The new CROW Checklist Indoor Bicycle Parking offers a practical tool to support good decision‑making and parking facilities that meet both user needs and City ambitions.
Find the guide and tool here: buff.ly/VPYrHlU
The new CROW Checklist Indoor Bicycle Parking offers a practical tool to support good decision‑making and parking facilities that meet both user needs and City ambitions.
Find the guide and tool here: buff.ly/VPYrHlU
"Today, cargo bikes are an essential part of our daily operations."
🎁 📦 As cities enter the busiest shopping season of the year DHL is reminding people they've been leading the way in cycle logistics since the 1990's!
More on their goals in this LinkedIn article 👉 buff.ly/7q974W8
🎁 📦 As cities enter the busiest shopping season of the year DHL is reminding people they've been leading the way in cycle logistics since the 1990's!
More on their goals in this LinkedIn article 👉 buff.ly/7q974W8
December 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
"Today, cargo bikes are an essential part of our daily operations."
🎁 📦 As cities enter the busiest shopping season of the year DHL is reminding people they've been leading the way in cycle logistics since the 1990's!
More on their goals in this LinkedIn article 👉 buff.ly/7q974W8
🎁 📦 As cities enter the busiest shopping season of the year DHL is reminding people they've been leading the way in cycle logistics since the 1990's!
More on their goals in this LinkedIn article 👉 buff.ly/7q974W8
With cities looking to improve the quality of space, 50+ EU manufacturers, logistics companies, suppliers, and industry associations published the Cycle Logistics Declaration to strengthen the viability for this green, quiet and space efficient option.
Read the declaration here: buff.ly/yTZONbf
Read the declaration here: buff.ly/yTZONbf
December 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
With cities looking to improve the quality of space, 50+ EU manufacturers, logistics companies, suppliers, and industry associations published the Cycle Logistics Declaration to strengthen the viability for this green, quiet and space efficient option.
Read the declaration here: buff.ly/yTZONbf
Read the declaration here: buff.ly/yTZONbf
“They have a solution because people have alternatives.”
After a DCE study visit to the Netherlands in 2023, Alderman Rob Savidge is using the experience to realise a future Annapolis for walking, cycling and public transport.
More on his plan & the 2023 visit: buff.ly/bKhDgUQ & buff.ly/TLPFZsp
After a DCE study visit to the Netherlands in 2023, Alderman Rob Savidge is using the experience to realise a future Annapolis for walking, cycling and public transport.
More on his plan & the 2023 visit: buff.ly/bKhDgUQ & buff.ly/TLPFZsp
December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
“They have a solution because people have alternatives.”
After a DCE study visit to the Netherlands in 2023, Alderman Rob Savidge is using the experience to realise a future Annapolis for walking, cycling and public transport.
More on his plan & the 2023 visit: buff.ly/bKhDgUQ & buff.ly/TLPFZsp
After a DCE study visit to the Netherlands in 2023, Alderman Rob Savidge is using the experience to realise a future Annapolis for walking, cycling and public transport.
More on his plan & the 2023 visit: buff.ly/bKhDgUQ & buff.ly/TLPFZsp
After gathering data with 99.2% accuracy Hilversum is set to better understand how cyclists move and where to focus funding with the expansion of a pilot with #DCENetwork member MultiSenors from 1 sensor to 23!
See them at the National Verkeer Expo in Houten 27/11 or read more here: buff.ly/tUIY4Qo
See them at the National Verkeer Expo in Houten 27/11 or read more here: buff.ly/tUIY4Qo
December 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
After gathering data with 99.2% accuracy Hilversum is set to better understand how cyclists move and where to focus funding with the expansion of a pilot with #DCENetwork member MultiSenors from 1 sensor to 23!
See them at the National Verkeer Expo in Houten 27/11 or read more here: buff.ly/tUIY4Qo
See them at the National Verkeer Expo in Houten 27/11 or read more here: buff.ly/tUIY4Qo
Want to stimulate cycling? Give everyone access to a bike!
The new QuickScan Tool from CityDeal and developed by @mobycon.bsky.social with support from Tour de Force give municipalities a better insight into differences between neighborhoods regarding bicycle access.
Learn more: buff.ly/qSBtJQg
The new QuickScan Tool from CityDeal and developed by @mobycon.bsky.social with support from Tour de Force give municipalities a better insight into differences between neighborhoods regarding bicycle access.
Learn more: buff.ly/qSBtJQg
December 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Want to stimulate cycling? Give everyone access to a bike!
The new QuickScan Tool from CityDeal and developed by @mobycon.bsky.social with support from Tour de Force give municipalities a better insight into differences between neighborhoods regarding bicycle access.
Learn more: buff.ly/qSBtJQg
The new QuickScan Tool from CityDeal and developed by @mobycon.bsky.social with support from Tour de Force give municipalities a better insight into differences between neighborhoods regarding bicycle access.
Learn more: buff.ly/qSBtJQg
To strengthen collaboration between Dutch experts and international organisations the Dutch Cycling Embassy, NBSO and @rvonl.bsky.social organised a visit to the Hauts-de-France region to host dialogue promoting sustainable mobility.
#DCENetwork Fietshangar, VanRaam, @studiobereikbaar.nl, Movares.
#DCENetwork Fietshangar, VanRaam, @studiobereikbaar.nl, Movares.
December 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
To strengthen collaboration between Dutch experts and international organisations the Dutch Cycling Embassy, NBSO and @rvonl.bsky.social organised a visit to the Hauts-de-France region to host dialogue promoting sustainable mobility.
#DCENetwork Fietshangar, VanRaam, @studiobereikbaar.nl, Movares.
#DCENetwork Fietshangar, VanRaam, @studiobereikbaar.nl, Movares.
On December 10 the United Nations will launch the Decade of Sustainable Mobility 2026-2035 aimed at “Strengthening the links between all modes of transport to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals" and serving as a framework towards sustainable transport worldwide.
Read more: buff.ly/nEqp9VL
Read more: buff.ly/nEqp9VL
December 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
On December 10 the United Nations will launch the Decade of Sustainable Mobility 2026-2035 aimed at “Strengthening the links between all modes of transport to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals" and serving as a framework towards sustainable transport worldwide.
Read more: buff.ly/nEqp9VL
Read more: buff.ly/nEqp9VL
Consistency, quality and small efforts for big impact were take-aways of a study visit by the Active Hungary Development Center 11-13 November.
The public-sector group explored Houten, Rotterdam and Utrecht looking at culture, network planning and human-centred mobility.
Read more: buff.ly/nZn9tMF
The public-sector group explored Houten, Rotterdam and Utrecht looking at culture, network planning and human-centred mobility.
Read more: buff.ly/nZn9tMF
December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Consistency, quality and small efforts for big impact were take-aways of a study visit by the Active Hungary Development Center 11-13 November.
The public-sector group explored Houten, Rotterdam and Utrecht looking at culture, network planning and human-centred mobility.
Read more: buff.ly/nZn9tMF
The public-sector group explored Houten, Rotterdam and Utrecht looking at culture, network planning and human-centred mobility.
Read more: buff.ly/nZn9tMF
The power of bike-train is a daily reality for many, but even in The Netherlands it's not always the default.
Two new papers from TU Delft's #SmartPublicTransportLab examine how public transport and micromobility proximity and access influenece people's choices:
➡️ buff.ly/aKn7sFT
➡️ buff.ly/mEpPpJh
Two new papers from TU Delft's #SmartPublicTransportLab examine how public transport and micromobility proximity and access influenece people's choices:
➡️ buff.ly/aKn7sFT
➡️ buff.ly/mEpPpJh
November 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The power of bike-train is a daily reality for many, but even in The Netherlands it's not always the default.
Two new papers from TU Delft's #SmartPublicTransportLab examine how public transport and micromobility proximity and access influenece people's choices:
➡️ buff.ly/aKn7sFT
➡️ buff.ly/mEpPpJh
Two new papers from TU Delft's #SmartPublicTransportLab examine how public transport and micromobility proximity and access influenece people's choices:
➡️ buff.ly/aKn7sFT
➡️ buff.ly/mEpPpJh
Road-safety research institute SWOV released its 2025 report: The State of Bicycle Safety in The Netherlands. Key insights:
🛣️ Proper road design and lower speeds
🚲 Improved cycle path design
📵 Limit distractions for all users
🚘 Stop the trend to big heavy vehicles
Read the report: buff.ly/SJcXGGr
🛣️ Proper road design and lower speeds
🚲 Improved cycle path design
📵 Limit distractions for all users
🚘 Stop the trend to big heavy vehicles
Read the report: buff.ly/SJcXGGr
November 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Road-safety research institute SWOV released its 2025 report: The State of Bicycle Safety in The Netherlands. Key insights:
🛣️ Proper road design and lower speeds
🚲 Improved cycle path design
📵 Limit distractions for all users
🚘 Stop the trend to big heavy vehicles
Read the report: buff.ly/SJcXGGr
🛣️ Proper road design and lower speeds
🚲 Improved cycle path design
📵 Limit distractions for all users
🚘 Stop the trend to big heavy vehicles
Read the report: buff.ly/SJcXGGr
Access to the joy of cycling should never be limited to two-wheels!
To help demystify tricycles, @fietsersbond.nl hosts "Three-wheeler Discovery Days" - free events where the Cyclists' Union answers questions and people can test drive one for themselves.
More info: buff.ly/g9vjgTL
Photo: DigiDaan
To help demystify tricycles, @fietsersbond.nl hosts "Three-wheeler Discovery Days" - free events where the Cyclists' Union answers questions and people can test drive one for themselves.
More info: buff.ly/g9vjgTL
Photo: DigiDaan
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Access to the joy of cycling should never be limited to two-wheels!
To help demystify tricycles, @fietsersbond.nl hosts "Three-wheeler Discovery Days" - free events where the Cyclists' Union answers questions and people can test drive one for themselves.
More info: buff.ly/g9vjgTL
Photo: DigiDaan
To help demystify tricycles, @fietsersbond.nl hosts "Three-wheeler Discovery Days" - free events where the Cyclists' Union answers questions and people can test drive one for themselves.
More info: buff.ly/g9vjgTL
Photo: DigiDaan
@gemeentedenhaag.bsky.social is on a roll as a top cycling city, awarded with the 'Cycle City Label'!
Started in 2021 by Tour de France, it recognizes cities committed to making cycling more attractive and safe, and is a recognition of lots of hard work and passion.
Read more: buff.ly/ZKNiMPg
Started in 2021 by Tour de France, it recognizes cities committed to making cycling more attractive and safe, and is a recognition of lots of hard work and passion.
Read more: buff.ly/ZKNiMPg
November 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
@gemeentedenhaag.bsky.social is on a roll as a top cycling city, awarded with the 'Cycle City Label'!
Started in 2021 by Tour de France, it recognizes cities committed to making cycling more attractive and safe, and is a recognition of lots of hard work and passion.
Read more: buff.ly/ZKNiMPg
Started in 2021 by Tour de France, it recognizes cities committed to making cycling more attractive and safe, and is a recognition of lots of hard work and passion.
Read more: buff.ly/ZKNiMPg
Temperatures have become chilly here in The Netherlands, but won't stop people cycling.
#DCENetwork member WOBS (Warm on Bikes) makes sure cold hands aren't a reason to not ride a bike. Check out their Bike Pogies and make winter cycling part of your every day!
Learn more here: buff.ly/61JWwUu
#DCENetwork member WOBS (Warm on Bikes) makes sure cold hands aren't a reason to not ride a bike. Check out their Bike Pogies and make winter cycling part of your every day!
Learn more here: buff.ly/61JWwUu
November 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Temperatures have become chilly here in The Netherlands, but won't stop people cycling.
#DCENetwork member WOBS (Warm on Bikes) makes sure cold hands aren't a reason to not ride a bike. Check out their Bike Pogies and make winter cycling part of your every day!
Learn more here: buff.ly/61JWwUu
#DCENetwork member WOBS (Warm on Bikes) makes sure cold hands aren't a reason to not ride a bike. Check out their Bike Pogies and make winter cycling part of your every day!
Learn more here: buff.ly/61JWwUu
Popping inside for coffee? Don’t be just another bike theft easy target. Lock your bike to something solid and enjoy your coffee.
Better yet, register your frame number with #DCENetwork member BIKEBAZE. Don’t be the next one saying “I wish I’d registered it.”
👉 Register (free): buff.ly/nupGMAy
Better yet, register your frame number with #DCENetwork member BIKEBAZE. Don’t be the next one saying “I wish I’d registered it.”
👉 Register (free): buff.ly/nupGMAy
November 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Popping inside for coffee? Don’t be just another bike theft easy target. Lock your bike to something solid and enjoy your coffee.
Better yet, register your frame number with #DCENetwork member BIKEBAZE. Don’t be the next one saying “I wish I’d registered it.”
👉 Register (free): buff.ly/nupGMAy
Better yet, register your frame number with #DCENetwork member BIKEBAZE. Don’t be the next one saying “I wish I’d registered it.”
👉 Register (free): buff.ly/nupGMAy
See you tomorrow at POLIS25!
Find us at booth 20 where Connekt (ITS Netherlands), the Dutch Cycling Embassy and ROM Utrecht Region are ready to welcome you at our joint meeting point 26–27 November at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht.
Meet with Dutch mobility experts and explore smart, sustainable transport.
Find us at booth 20 where Connekt (ITS Netherlands), the Dutch Cycling Embassy and ROM Utrecht Region are ready to welcome you at our joint meeting point 26–27 November at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht.
Meet with Dutch mobility experts and explore smart, sustainable transport.
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
See you tomorrow at POLIS25!
Find us at booth 20 where Connekt (ITS Netherlands), the Dutch Cycling Embassy and ROM Utrecht Region are ready to welcome you at our joint meeting point 26–27 November at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht.
Meet with Dutch mobility experts and explore smart, sustainable transport.
Find us at booth 20 where Connekt (ITS Netherlands), the Dutch Cycling Embassy and ROM Utrecht Region are ready to welcome you at our joint meeting point 26–27 November at the Jaarbeurs Utrecht.
Meet with Dutch mobility experts and explore smart, sustainable transport.