Forward-thinking Utrecht builds car-free district for 12,000 people
by Daniel Boffey in Brussels from on (#50QPZ)
Scheme will enhance city's reputation as a bicycling capital of Europe
The "cyclist-first" city of Utrecht is constructing the Netherlands' first high-density, car-free residential district for more than 12,000 people, making it one of the largest of its type in the world.
The 24-hectare site, located between two canals in the middle of the city, is a business park but by 2024 it is hoped the area will enhance Utrecht's reputation as a bicycling capital of Europe.
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