Roaring engines, buses thundering past and a lot of exhaust fumes, that’s just normal life in a city. Lockdown brought all of this to a halt. Working from home became the norm and cars were left parked. Public transport didn't give a safe feeling anymore, so everyone hopped on their bike.
Paris
Parisian mayor Anne Hidalgo is fully committed to boosting cycling. Since 2016 she has been working hard to make the city more bicycle-friendly, but the pandemic has given her extra impetus. She wants all amenities, such as supermarkets and parks