Mobility and transport

Barcelona is a dense, compact city with a Mediterranean climate, covering an area of 101.9 km². These characteristics make it an ideal city for travelling by bike, as the majority of journeys are of short or medium distance. And when it comes to covering a larger area, we can combine it with public transport.

In just a few years, Barcelona has incorporated an extensive network of urban cycle lanes, which has motivated the increase in new bicycle users in all the city districts: from the mountain neighbourhoods to the maritime areas, from Llobregat to Besòs. The cycling infrastructure, with the addition of sections of cycle lanes and roads (30-streets, one-platform or pedestrian zones), means that cycling mobility is accessible to everyone. Now, the city have over 200 km of cycle lanes, and everyone have a cycle lane less than 300 metres from their house.

Since 2007, Barcelona has had a shared public bicycle service: Bicing. Currently, It includes a network of 519 stations, 7,000 bicycles (mechanic and electric) and over 50,000 uses par day.

• Respect other road users and the traffic priorities in every situation.
• Park your bike preferably in the stands or the underground parking designed for this vehicle. You must take more care at pedestrian crossings without traffic lights.
• To travel safely, use safety elements (bells, lights and reflectors, if you are travelling by night) and remember that those under 16 must wear a helmet. For everyone else, the use of a helmet is highly recommended.
• Although it is not mandatory, civil liability insurance is recommended.
• Bicycles are allowed on public transport, in some cases during specific time bands which vary according to the operators involved.
• Always keep your bicycle in good condition: tyres, brakes and lights.