The most bike-friendly city in South America
Bogota is one of the few cities in the Americas to offer a world-class bike infrastructure, including over 700 kilometers of bike paths. This infrastructure is designed to prioritize cyclists and pedestrians, making it a safe and easy way to get around the city.
This didn't happen by accident; Bogota has been a leader in promoting cycling for transportation, recreation, and tourism, implementing various programs and initiatives to further support the cycling culture.
An advanced city is not one where even the poor use cars, but rather one where even the rich use public transport.
The quote above by Enrique Peñalosa, a former mayor of Bogota, is one of the most famous about modern city design.
A million cyclists celebrating biking
Bogota has a vibrant cycling culture and numerous cycling events, such as the annual Ciclovia, where over a million people ride their bikes in the city. For those looking to explore the city by bike, there are plenty of routes to choose from, ranging from leisurely rides to more challenging mountain biking trails. Popular attractions include the Gold Museum, the Botanical Garden, and Monserrate, the highest hill in the city, which can offer some sore muscles the day after. Several bike rental companies provide a variety of different bike models for rent.