How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

""This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony."

"The transformation includes the closure of around 300 streets to cars, with plans to close another 500, significantly altering the urban landscape."

"More than 900 miles of bike lanes now thread through the city, showcasing a commitment to sustainable transportation and reducing reliance on cars."

"The Rue de Rivoli, once dominated by traffic, has been reconfigured to prioritize bicycles, with only a single lane remaining for cars."

Paris has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, redesigning hundreds of streets to enhance livability and reduce pollution. The city has closed around 300 streets to cars, with plans to close an additional 500. Thousands of parking spots have been replaced with trees, and over 900 miles of bike lanes have been added. Major roads, like the Rue de Rivoli, have been reconfigured to favor bikes over cars. This initiative reflects the leadership of Mayor Anne Hidalgo, who has championed these changes during her terms in office.

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