The Nordic Cycle Power Network will come together for several knowledge-sharing workshops and one study visit during the autumn 2023—autumn 2024 time period.

The thematic focus and structure of the workshops are designed based on the needs and interests of the cycling network participants.

Workshop #1 – August 2023 – How to politically prioritize cycling

In this inaugural workshop, we will share knowledge and insights among participants on how to raise the political profile of cycling so that it becomes a fully-fledged mode of transport, evidenced by allocation of resources, budget, planning and personnel time, long-term strategic planning, and implementation of pro-cycling measures.

Workshop #2 – October 2023: Collecting data for cycling

The aim of this workshop is to share knowledge and insights on how to use data to increase the modal share of cycling in cities. Collecting good data is crucial for knowing more about current mobility patterns and where people currently cycle, and for knowing how more space can be made for a growing number of cyclists. Cities that harness the power of data undertake regular data collection on established indicators that can enable year-on-year comparisons, which then inform technical and political decision-making

Workshop #3 – December 2023: Cycling and multimodality

In this workshop, we discuss how to integrate cycling with public transport systems to provide great multimodal options for users. When combined with public transport, cycling is a powerful way to encourage people to take fewer car trips and use sustainable and active mobility for longer distances.  Cities that have great multimodal networks and benefit from a lower modal share of motorised transport can use the freed up road space for nice public projects and space reallocation for sustainable transport modes.

Workshop #4 + Stockholm study visit, 21-22 March 2024: Winter cycling maintenance

A functional city keeps its motor vehicle road network clear in winter conditions. Should the same be true for the pedestrian and cycling networks? Participants in the Nordic Cycle Power Network exchange practices and techniques for providing high quality maintenance of cycling infrastructure during the winter months, including detailed methods and equipment for snow removal, schemes for incentivising winter cycling, and how to overcome challenges when maintaining regional cycling networks.

Workshop #5 – 30 May 2024: Big cycling projects

Large cycling projects require intensive resources in design, planning, budgeting, implementation, and impact. However, how big an infrastructure project depends on the context. In this workshop, participants learned about the preparation, design, implementation, and public responses from several cycling bridge projects in Reykjavík and the Kaisatunneli project in Helsinki.

Workshop #6 – 19 September 2024: Cycling policy, implications and recommendations

There are several common myths related to cycling in the Nordic Region. This workshop was dedicated to discussing the reality claims that refute such myths and considering how local and national actors can overcome barriers through strategic planning and policymaking.