Cycling in Paris is quite a story. Getting around isn't always easy, and accidents are frequent. The Paris en Selle association has looked into the matter and drawn up a ranking of the arrondissements where it's easiest to get around by bike, taking several parameters into account: the policy of the arrondissement' s mayor, theprogress of the Plan Vélo, which aims to develop the city's infrastructure to facilitate cycling, the introduction of two-way lanes reserved for bikes, and the creation of parking spaces .
The results of the survey are clear: the 12th arrondissement tops the ranking, followed by the 14th and 9th arrondissements. Conversely, the worst performers are the 16th, 17th and 19th arrondissements.
Getting around Paris by bike: what you need to know before taking the plunge
With strikes looming at the RATP and rising fuel prices, you're probably thinking of switching your mode of transport to a bicycle, which is more environmentally friendly and consumes less energy. But when it comes to getting around Paris by bike, there are a number of subtleties you need to be aware of to avoid an accident. [Read more]
Getting around Paris by bike: what you need to know before taking the plunge
