In the Netherlands, bicycles get the green light—literally! Discover how Dutch streets make cyclists the true kings of the road. #Netherlands #BicycleCulture #UrbanDesign #TravelFacts #CyclingLife
In the Netherlands, cars are the guests and bicycles are the kings of the road. Picture this. You’re cruising through a city and the street signs literally tell drivers to yield to cyclists. No exceptions. On these feet straten, or bicycle priority streets, cars can’t overtake bikes and must crawl at a cyclist’s pace. The road is painted red, lined with massive bike symbols, and sometimes cars even have to wait in line behind a group of chatting cyclists. This isn’t just a suggestion, it’s the law. Drivers must obey or risk hefty fines. That’s how