25/09/2026
Want to know if a city’s streets are working for cycling? Don’t just count the cyclists. You should look at who they are.
Women’s share of bicycle trips is one of the 13 indicators in the 2025 Copenhagenize Index. Among the top 30 cities, two thirds report that women make 45% or more of bicycle trips.
A few standouts:
🇧🇪 Antwerp ( #8): women make 55% of bicycle trips for daily commutes
🇮🇹 Bologna ( #25): 52% of bicycle trips are made by women
Ljubljana ( #24) and Oslo ( #18) also rank high when it comes to gender parity.
Where the gap persists, it tells a story too. In Vancouver ( #30), high-comfort protected lanes are still concentrated downtown, and a gender gap remains.
When women ride as much as men, it’s a sign that streets feel safe and comfortable for everyday trips, not just for the most confident riders.
We unpack this indicator in Session 3 of our online Master Class: Usage and Reach. Edition 1 starts October 6, registration open until September 30. Head here for more information: https://www.copenhagenize.eu/annual-edition-master-classes
Supported by EIT Urban Mobility
Photos by Rue de l’Avenir