Mijksenaar reports on Zwolle's new bicycle parking facility, which opened in December 2024 as part of the city's commitment to cycling accessibility. As a recognized "bicycle city," Zwolle prioritizes comfortable bicycle access to public transport, reflected in the design of the new station square and accompanying parking facility. The facility offers space for 5,800 bicycles, making it the second largest guarded bicycle parking facility in the Netherlands. The article highlights the international acclaim the facility has received on social media, with the Dutch Cycle Embassy's video of the parking facility drawing positive reactions from around the world. Commenters from various countries express admiration and desire for similar facilities in their own cities. Jennifer Moore from Nottingham, UK wishes for such parking in her city, while a commenter from Bourg-la-Reine, France notes that compared to the Netherlands, France is not just years but "light-years behind" in cycling infrastructure. Others from Germany (Braunschweig) and Sweden (Stockholm) similarly express hopes for comparable facilities in their cities. The article cites Kraaijvanger Architects and De Twentsche Courant Tubantia as sources for the information.
