How Poland's cycle network is picking up speed

Cycling infrastructure is growing in Poland. Photo: AFP

Like many of its European neighbours, Poland has adopted a significant cycling plan, including the development of a large cycling network, particularly along the Baltic Sea coast. The objective is both to promote cycling in Poland, while also attracting tourists in search of scenic bike rides.

In just a few years, the region of West Pomerania in northwestern Poland has succeeded in creating a veritable regional network of some 800km of cycle routes. Around 350km of the network comprises exclusively new cycle tracks that have already been opened or are currently under construction.