The traditional bicycle now has a new competitor: the electric bike, perfect for going uphill! We are looking for the best places to get the most out of it.
It is comfortable because you no longer walk uphill ultimately.
It is cheap, especially when compared to the cost of a motorcycle.
It is clean because you recharge it through solar panels or electricity.
It is the electric bike, an invention suitable for all kinds of people.
The best cities for electric bikes
We selected 3 Spanish cities and 3 fun European cities to visit with electric bikes.
Seville: A bike path paradise
The capital of Andalusia is a fantastic city for cycling. Not just for its sunny climate but also because it is considered one of the best cities in the world for two-wheeled travel.
Recent polls indicate that nearly 10% of Seville's residents regularly use this mode of transportation. As a result, a network of bike paths covering 140 kilometers has been established.
In addition to having particularly flat terrain, the number and length of various bike routes make it particularly favorable for the small electric motor that is always there to help your legs.
Santander: Steep coastal slopes
Now, let's head to the northern part of the Iberian Peninsula to visit Santander, a city perched on a hill. It's advisable to have strong legs for pedaling around its streets. Or better yet, an electric bike to tackle its endless slopes.
It has a network of bike paths that are 26 kilometers long, making it easy to explore the city from end to end. You can enter the city through Nueva Montana, continue through Sardinero district and the parks in Las Llamas, before reaching the sports facilities in La Albericia and the Science and Technology Park.
If you love challenges, try climbing Calle Enrique Gran, the steepest road in the city, with a gradient of over 25%.
San Sebastian: Tourist-friendly bike routes
We now continue along the Cantabrian coast until we reach "La Bella Easo," where bike paths have been laid out in almost all areas of the city. The network covers nearly 30 kilometers, making it possible to cycle through all the most typical areas of the Gipuzkoan capital.
Despite the efforts made by the local council to install lifts, slopes, and other infrastructure to help cyclists get around, their journey can sometimes become a real challenge due to steep gradients.
Copenhagen: A great city to explore
The Danish capital is made for cyclists. As soon as you put a wheel on the road, you'll notice the traffic signs for cyclists and a network of over 390 kilometers of bike paths.
Of particular note is Dronning Louises bro, one of the world's busiest bike lanes, with nearly 40,000 daily users.
Copenhagen's passion for cycling makes the entire city accessible by bike: the coasts, the castles, the countryside... You can travel all around the areas surrounding the city! Forget the trains, taxis, or buses. Hop on your electric bike and follow one of the fantastic bike routes. You can go to Bellevue Beach in Klampenborg, 13 kilometers away, or Kronborg Castle in Helsingor, about 47 kilometers away.
Amsterdam: Over 400 kilometers of bike lanes
Those who have never visited Amsterdam will be amazed by the number of bicycles traveling on its streets. In terms of length, it's hard to beat the over 400 kilometers of bike lanes in the urban area of Amsterdam.
Bicycles help you make the most of your time in the city and provide easy access to areas far from the city center. Because, despite appearances, the distances are long, so sitting on your saddle is a useful way to avoid rush hours, crowds, and endless walks. There are also routes that take cyclists to Muiderslot Castle or Lake Naarden.
Its terrain is almost flat, but the strong winds that often sweep the area mean that cyclists end up exerting more effort than they did going uphill. But with an electric bike, the effort is no longer a big problem.
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Strasbourg
Half French and half German, Strasbourg is known as one of the administrative centers of the European Union. But few people know that it is also one of the world's best cities for cycling.
Much of its historical center is a car-free zone, making the electric bike the most suitable option for traveling around the city.
The city's hall has organized many bike routes and guided bike tours. These include a tour to get to know European institutions, a walk along the Bruche Canal, or the French-German road on the outskirts of Strasbourg, with over 85 kilometers of easy riding on both sides of the Rhine River.
