Bicycling in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Bicycling Program helps those who live and work in the city to use bicycles as a low polluting, cost-effective, and healthy way to travel. Minneapolis has been ranked as the best biking city in the country by Bicycling Magazine , as well as the #4 bicycling city in the nation by the US Census Bureau. Minneapolis has 81 miles of on-street bikeways and 85 miles of off-street bikeways. The city has also been awarded with the League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly Community Award. Minneapolis is home to Nice Ride Minnesota , the Bike Walk Ambassadors, and the Midtown Bike Center.
Learn more about the City of Minneapolis Bicycle Program.
Understanding New Bicycle Markings in Minneapolis
Over the past two years, Minneapolis has doubled the miles of on-street bikeways. Whether you are driving a car or riding a bike, it is important that all road users know what all the new markings mean. Two new videos produced by the City of Minneapolis will help bicyclists and motorists better understand how to safely coexist on city streets. Check out the videos below and visit the Understanding New Bicycling Markings page for more information.
Bike and Stroll Minneapolis
Rides, walks and classes all over town. March-August 2012.
This spring and summer, the Minneapolis Bicycling and Pedestrian Program is hosting over 40 rides, walks and classes to help you get back on the streets and trails. Whether you are looking to explore new bikeways in your neighborhood or trying to get the whole family riding, there is something for you.
See more information and download the brochures!
Last updated Apr. 2, 2012