As 2025 kicks off, the EuroVelo and cycling tourism team at the European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF) have been reflecting on our sector's top trends. After the adoption of a European Declaration on Cycling in 2024 and as we are reaching the mid-term of the EuroVelo Strategy 2030, this is a year of c…
2024 has been a busy year for the European Certification Standard (ECS), ECF’s methodology to assess the quality of cycle routes. This is good news considering that quality of cycle routes is the top priority of EuroVelo Strategy 2030.
As the nights grow longer and 2025 grows closer, it’s time to look back on the standout achievements of EuroVelo and cycling tourism in 2024. It’s been a year marked by significant progress, from key improvements in cycling infrastructure and data collection to expanded communication efforts and im…
As the year comes to an end, we look back at the achievements of the National EuroVelo Coordination Centres (NECCs) and how the work of the 24 NECCs benefits EuroVelo as a whole. The main accomplishments lie in efforts to improve route quality and in the contribution of European and national fundin…
The EuroVelo network evolves over time and has been growing since its launch in 1997. National or Regional stakeholders willing to see their route joining the EuroVelo network have the possibility to apply to ECF every three years, to suggest a new EuroVelo route, a major extension or a change to a…
EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route in France has recently obtained the EuroVelo Certification, the highest development level possible. Take a look at three examples of the backstage work of the collective of La Vélodyssée to make this a reality.
The European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF) is looking for a city/region to host the 2026 edition of Europe’s leading cycling tourism conference. If your city or region is ready to showcase its cycling achievements, learn more about the event and how to apply.
After showing a strong growth since 2019, the usage of EuroVelo routes has reached a plateau in Europe, with only marginal increases. EuroVelo 1, which runs along the Atlantic coast from Norway to Portugal, is still doing well, with a 6% increase in ridership.
Tourism represents 10% of global GDP. Yet it emits a similar share of global greenhouse gas emissions, and climate catastrophes such as wildfires and floods threaten destinations worldwide. The Euro-MED Community4Tourism and NECSTouR have commissioned a Blueprint for Tourism Climate Action Plans to…