The best  cycling apps

The benefits of getting around by bike in the city are numerous: it's great for your health, it's eco-friendly and it's often faster than public transport.

But planning your routes can sometimes be tricky. Fortunately, there are many apps to help you find the best cycling itineraries.

Here are some of the best options available:

1. The essential Google Maps

This app, now an essential, lets you plan cycling routes using real-time traffic data.

The +: It also shows you available bike lanes and bicycle parking zones.

2. Strava, the cyclists' friend

This app is popular among sport cyclists, but it can also be used to plan daily commutes.

The +: It shows you the routes most frequently used by cyclists, as well as the climbs and descents to avoid.

3. Bike Citizens, the pro for big cities

This app, available exclusively on iOS, is specially designed for urban cyclists.

The +: It offers routes tailored for cyclists, avoiding streets that are too steep or roads with too much traffic.

MapMyRide, the analyst!

This app lets you plan cycling routes and find the most cyclist-friendly itineraries.

The +: It also offers additional features such as ride tracking and performance analysis.

5. Citymapper, the most versatile

This app is particularly useful for getting around the city from A to Z.

The +: It gives you itineraries combining different modes of transport (bike, bus, metro) to help you reach your destination as quickly as possible.

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In summary...

There are many other apps for planning your cycling routes, but these are certainly among the most popular and most useful.

So, what are you waiting for? Download one and dive into the cycling adventure in the city!

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