How the Netherlands Became the Land of Bicycles

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The Netherlands, colloquially referred to as Holland, is synonymous with its bicycles, an iconic element of the country's urban landscape. The integration of cyclists and motor vehicles often surprises visitors.

The Dutch connection to bicycles is clear in the statistics: in 2021, 84% of the Dutch population used bicycles daily. In Amsterdam, this figure reaches around 63%, demonstrating a strong preference for the vehicle. In contrast, only 7% of Brazilians choose the bicycle as their primary mode of transportation.

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Cite: Bersan, Júlia. "How the Netherlands Became the Land of Bicycles" [Como a Holanda se tornou o país das bicicletas] 07 Jul 2026. ArchDaily. (Trans. Baratto, Romullo) Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1136113/how-the-netherlands-became-the-land-of-bicycles> ISSN 0719-8884
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