Transport ministry, Dutch embassy push cycling
The Dutch embassy in Cyprus is hosting an event aiming to promote cycling in cities, with the aim of improving alternative means of transport. The...
cycling
More than 500 expected from overseas for L’Étape Cyprus cycle race
More than 500 arrivals athletes and support staff from abroad are expected on the island in November for the L’Étape Cyprus by Tour de France....
Tougher rules coming for cyclists
Cyclists will be required to wear a protective helmet as of next month or will be fined, the government has announced. The specifications of the...
Man cycles perimeter of island for thyroid cancer
A 24-year-old cycled around the entire island in just one day over the weekend to raise funds for thyroid cancer. The incredible feat, accomplished by...
Nicosia events on Saturday to boost cycling
To mark European Mobility week, the Nicosia municipality is spearheading a cycling event and other activities on Saturday followed in the early evening by a...
Mandatory helmet law will not make cycling safer
We need better infrastructure, safer vehicles and education By Anastasia Korae A few weeks ago, the Cyprus parliament passed an amendment to the Bicycles Law...
Bicycle scheme extended with revisions to benefit more low-income groups
Cabinet on Thursday approved revisions to the bicycle subsidy scheme for 2022-2023, introducing socio-economic criteria to benefit those with less income. The first scheme in...
Nicosians urged to get on their bikes this Sunday
The public has been asked to join the ‘CYcling in the city 2022’ event to promote bikes as a means of transport and exercise. The...
55km of bike lanes to be added, speed limits dropped in some areas
An additional 55km bicycle lanes are to be developed around the island to promote cycling as a means of transport, the transport ministry announced on...
Excessive interest crashes bike scheme portal
The portal for applications for the government’s bicycle purchase subsidy scheme crashed on Monday, the first day of operation, due to “excessive simultaneous interest”, the...
