Paris mayor unveils plan for 140 km of new bike lanes and safer intersections
Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire and transport deputy Dan Lert announced a program to add 140 km of cycling routes and secure 420 crossroads in Paris by 2032.
Since taking office in March, Emmanuel Grégoire has faced pressure from cycling groups for stronger bike policies. He and his transport deputy, Dan Lert, presented a roadmap that aims to expand the city's bike network by 140 kilometres and improve safety at 420 intersections. The initiative is part of a broader goal to make Paris a leading cycling capital and to achieve zero fatalities and serious injuries on the roads.
Why it matters
The plan could reshape urban mobility in Paris, improving safety and encouraging more residents to cycle.
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