Transport & Travel

Funding awarded for fast cycle paths in the Netherlands

The Dutch government has allocated about €24 million to 19 fast cycle paths across the Netherlands. The largest grant, more than €2.7 million, is going to the province for a new route between Eindhoven and Gemert. The municipalities of Nuenen, Laarbeek, Gemert-Bakel and Eindhoven are working with the province on the route, which is intended to be attractive and comfortable for cyclists. A fast cycle path is also planned between Veghel and Son.

The government aims to build, widen or extend fast cycle routes in the coming years. More than 1,000 kilometres of such routes are currently in place, and the stated aim is to double that total by 2030.