Knowledge Three-Day Study Visit by Hungarian Delegation 24 November 2025 Cycling News From 11 to 13 November 2025, the Dutch Cycling Embassy welcomed a delegation from across Hungary for an intensive three-day study visit focused on cycling culture, network planning, and people-centred mobility. The Active Hungary Development Center brought together a diverse group of public-sector professionals, including deputy mayors, project managers, traffic safety and engineering specialists, representatives from national ministries and road authorities, police officials, and leaders from cycling and tourism organisations. Their broad expertise and shared enthusiasm created an engaged and dynamic group eager to learn from Dutch practice. Day 1, Houten The visit began in Houten, long known for its deliberate shift toward a bicycle-first urban structure. Arjan Breider (Hart voor Verkeer) guided the group through the evolution of Houten’s network over the past decades, illustrating how the city’s design continues to shape mobility behaviour today. In addition, Nils Bruinsma (Arcadis) provided an in-depth presentation on network planning and the urban–rural relationship, highlighting how regional connectivity strengthens everyday cycling. Day 2, Rotterdam On the second day, the delegation travelled to Rotterdam to experience a city actively transitioning from car-oriented planning to people-centred streets. The cycling tour offered views of the city’s bold urban development, with highlights such as the underground bicycle escalator/tunnel and the iconic Erasmus Bridge. Lior Steinberg (Humankind) spoke about Rotterdam as a city of change, demonstrating how moments of challenge can open up opportunities for rethinking public space. Melissa Bruntlett (Modacity Creative) complemented this with insights into communication strategies as an essential part of bicycle promotion and engagement. Day 3, Utrecht The final day took place in Utrecht, with a focus on bicycle parking, maintenance, and infrastructure design. Christien Rodenburg (New Urban Mobility) led a bicycle parking cycling tour, demonstrating the variety and scale of Utrecht’s facilities. Along the way, Ed Spiller (Fietshangar) demonstrated a fietstrommel, showcasing practical local parking solutions. At the DCE office, Martin Bathoorn and Bas Mulder (Municipality of Utrecht) shared how the city approaches the maintenance of cycling infrastructure, emphasising that good design starts with choosing the right location, giving trees space to grow, and planning for long-term quality. Maurits Lopes Cardozo (Bike-minded) discussed design principles rooted in experience and behaviour. Impressions Throughout the visit, participants expressed admiration for the consistency and quality of Dutch cycling environments. Some of the most appreciated elements included: the recognisable red cycle paths intuitive, low-stress intersections and eye contact culture large-scale yet user-friendly parking facilities the absence of unnecessary signage the relaxed flow and smaller speed differences between cyclists communication as a crucial ingredient of behavioural change small interventions that can make a major impact We extend our sincere thanks to the Active Hungary Development Center for bringing the delegation together, and to all participants for their curiosity, engagement, knowledge sharing, and the good moments we shared. Would you like to experience Dutch cycling culture first-hand? Get in touch with us to organise your own study visit. We’d be delighted to welcome you.