How effective are Bicycle streets? Gert Jan Wijlhuizen ISAAC Stimulating safe walking and cycling within a multimodal transport environment How effective are Bicycle streets? Gert Jan Wijlhuizen

Main characteristics Cycling is prioritized over motorized transport. Low car flow and speed; no overtaking of bikes. Relatively new, often no formal/legal traffic rules. Applied in different countries.

Examples of Bicycle streets in The Netherlands

Mode change effects Studies in Belgium, Holland and Denmark. A bike street can contribute to a higher share of cyclists and fewer cars, lower speeds. Per 24h: >2000 cyclists and <1 000 cars.

Effects on safety and security No bus routes or reduce heavy vehicle traffic. Speed limit of 30 km/h instead of 50km/h: Accidents with injury declines with 25 %. Bike streets with a relative small profile show lower car speeds. Indications that Cyclists feel safer at bicycle streets. The Fact Sheet gives currently over 10 references.