Copenhagen's 'best city for cyclists' goal

Rush hour in Denmark’s capital seems anything but rushed.

City workers glide through the streets – trousers tucked into their socks and briefcases slung on to the side of their bicycles.

Some even have children following on behind, wrapped in waterproofs and perching on special trailers known as cargo bikes.

The air feels fresh and there is not a traffic jam in sight.

With less than four months to go until Copenhagen hosts the United Nations climate change summit, the city has announced its vision to become the world’s best city for cyclists.

In Copenhagen, a third of people already cycle to work, school or university.

There are about 350km (217 miles) of cycle routes around the city.

Cyclists have priority over cars and pedestrians at many major junctions and traffic lights.

BBC