Every Sunday part of Bogota’s transit network transforms into a non-motor vehicle system. Instead of cars and buses, more than 120 kilometers of streets are filled with cyclists, rollers, skaters, joggers, and walkers of all ages, social classes, and races. In one of the most interesting expressions of democracy that has happened in Colombia, the Ciclovia (Cycleway) has become a vibrant space for the coexistence and celebration of diversity. Since its origins in 1974, the Ciclovia has constantly grown with the support of both civic and governmental institutions, becoming an exemplary project for cities around the country, and even around the globe.
This post shows a collection of pictures I took during my last visit to the Ciclovia. I tried to capture the diverse atmosphere and vibrant energy that surrounds this temporary recreation system that allows citizens to safely explore their city through streets and avenues that are usually full of motor vehicles.
Variety of peoples of all ages. Variety of activities:
An organized pop-up economy:
Bike renting
Bici workshops:
Foods and Refreshments:
Live Band Concerts:
Cycle-crowds at different streets and with Bogota’s natural and urban landscapes:
Av. Pepe Sierra with Av. Suba
At every bridge, people must walk their bikes. It is forbidden to ride on a bridge. Here is the bridge of Av. Pepe Sierra over Autopista Norte.
Carrera 15 with Calle 116:
Carrera 15 with Calle 122:
Roundpoint at Calle 100:
Carrera 7th:
Carrera 7th with Calle 60:
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