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Did you know…

… Utrecht has been named the Netherlands’ number-one cycling city?

Last February, CNN announced that Utrecht was the Netherlands’ most bike-friendly city and one of the world’s best cities for getting around by bike. Earlier this year, the Spanish edition of National Geographic also named Utrecht the world’s top destination for cycling holidays.

… Utrecht is home to the world’s largest bicycle parking facility?

With more than 12,500 parking spots, the world’s largest bicycle parking facility is located under Utrecht’s central railway station. Open 24/7 and the first 24 hours are free of charge. Tip: take a photo of the rack number, so you don’t forget where you parked your bike!

… in Utrecht, you can cycle along the world’s longest rainbow cycle path?

The world’s longest rainbow cycle path – a Utrecht University, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences and University Medical Centre Utrecht initiative – can be found in Utrecht Science Park. It aims to help create acceptance, equality and safety for the LHBTIQ+ community.

… the Netherlands’ very first cycle path was laid in Utrecht?

In September 1885, after a written request that year from 45 cyclists, Utrecht’s city council set aside a walkway on Maliebaan for cyclists. The Netherlands’ first cycle path was born!

… Utrecht is the only city in the world to have hosted all three major cycle races?

The Giro d’Italia in 2010, the Tour de France in 2015 and La Vuelta in 2022.