Konya Shines as Cycling Capital with 604 km Network on World Bicycle Day

Konya, which has the longest network of bicycle paths in Turkey, is also among the notable cities in the world in this regard.

On June 3rd, World Bicycle Day, Konya stands out as one of the pioneering cities in promoting cycling transportation. Konya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay stated that they have made the widespread implementation of cycling transportation throughout the city one of their most important goals.

Mayor Altay of Konya explained that they have provided all kinds of facilities needed by bicycle riders in the city. He stated, "We have placed bicycle repair stations in dozens of different locations throughout our city. In order to meet the parking needs in the city center, we have established bicycle parks that are aesthetically compatible with the city. Our two-story bicycle parks, located in our covered car parks, are the first of their kind in our country. To facilitate cycling transportation to distant destinations, we have introduced the Bicycle Tram, which operates on the rail system routes in our city, for the first time in Turkey. Our 50 buses are equipped with bicycle racks. The bicycle bridges we have built on main roads provide users with fast and safe transportation options. Additionally, through many projects targeting children, we gift thousands of bicycles every year."