Tag Archives: Houten
Grade separated roundabout – the safest solution for a junction
In my ongoing series about safer junctions I have covered Dutch junction design and how it differs from that of other countries. I then showed you that the Dutch have … Continue reading
Houten celebrates cycling
Houten, “Cycling city 2008” in the Netherlands, celebrated the official opening of two railway stations, a work of art and -by opening a giant bicycle wheel lock- the grand bicycle … Continue reading
Direct Cycle Routes in the Netherlands
A cyclist in the Netherlands can usually follow a more direct route through cities than motorized traffic can. This so-called ‘unravelling’ of modes is one more reason that makes cycling … Continue reading
Cycling and big intersections in the Netherlands
In Dutch cycle infrastructure major intersections were created in different ways in the past. First we see a major intersection from the 1960s in Utrecht. Two roads with 2×2 lanes … Continue reading
Cycling from Geldermalsen to Utrecht, Netherlands
Second part of the ride from ‘s-Hertogenbosch to Utrecht. This part was cycled three months after the first part and it was now full blown spring. There were more cyclists … Continue reading
