The benefits of biking in the city are numerous: it’s good for your health, it’s eco-friendly, and it’s often faster than public transport.
But planning your routes can sometimes be tricky. Fortunately, there are many apps to help you find the best cycling routes.
Here are some of the best options available:
1. The essential Google Maps
This must-have app now allows you to plan bike routes using real-time traffic data.
The plus: It also shows you available bike lanes and parking zones.
2. Strava, the cyclist's friend
This app is popular with sports cyclists but can also be used to plan daily trips.
The plus: It shows you the most frequented routes by cyclists, as well as the hills and slopes to avoid.
3. Bike Citizens, the city expert
This app, available exclusively on iOS, is designed specifically for urban cyclists.
The plus: It offers routes tailored for cyclists, avoiding steep streets or heavily trafficked roads.
MapMyRide, the analyst!
This app allows you to plan bike routes and find the most cyclist-friendly paths.
The plus: It also offers additional features like route tracking and performance analysis.
5. Citymapper, the most versatile
This app is especially useful for getting around the city from A to Z.
The plus: It gives you routes combining different modes of transportation (bike, bus, metro) to help you reach your destination as quickly as possible.
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In summary ...
There are many other apps to help plan your bike rides, but these are certainly among the most popular and useful ones.
So, what are you waiting for? Download one and embark on the adventure of city biking!