Bicycling

From winding rivers to golden beaches, Valencia is a cyclist’s dream

From EuroNews.com

By Cristina Giner

With golden beaches, a winding river and foodie treats, Valencia is perfect for a cycling break.

Valencia, bathed in Mediterranean sun and crowned as the European Green Capital of 2024, beckons travellers with the promise of sustainable beauty.

The Green Capital title is not just an honour; it’s an invitation to explore Valencia in an environmentally friendly way. The city’s extensive network of bike lanes allow visitors to navigate the city for free, starting from its dazzling historical core.

How to explore Valencia by bike

A journey through the city’s green lungs will take you past the Turia River’s green flow, through the historical centre, along the beach, into El Cabañal and finally to the serene embrace of La Albufera.

Photo by Howie Mapson on Unsplash

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Do Drivers Even Know the Laws That Protect Cyclists? Do You?

From Bicycling.com

BY MICAH LING

SEVERAL NEW LAWS HAVE BEEN PASSED RECENTLY TO KEEP CYCLISTS AND OTHER MORE VULNERABLE ROAD USERS SAFE.

Did you know that many drivers think the “Share the Road” signs are aimed at cyclists? Of course the intended purpose is the opposite, to remind drivers to be vigilant and considerate of more vulnerable, slower-moving modes of transportation on the road.

And what about “taking the lane,” when a cyclist moves to the middle of the traffic lane because there’s no shoulder or it feels too dangerous to have a car pass? Perfectly legal and the smartest course of action in some situations.

Generally, people riding bikes are treated by the law the same as people driving vehicles —they have similar rights and responsibilities.

But a 20-pound bike is a lot different from a 5,000-pound vehicle, so several laws have been passed recently to keep cyclists and other more vulnerable road users safe.

For instance, most states now adhere to the 3-feet law, which says that the drivers of vehicles must give cyclists 3-feet when passing. And six states require vehicles to completely change lanes when passing a cyclist, if more than one lane is present.

 

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