# Elevated Cycle Routes The Copenhagen Bike Path is a Vibrant Structure that Cuts Through Traffic By Meghan Young | Published 2014-08-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copenhagen-bike-path References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/3034251/this-bright-orange-skyway-is-copenhagens-newest-bike-lane) & [dw.dk](http://dw.dk/cykelslangen/) The Copenhagen bike path hopes to increase cycle commuters by providing a way to cut straight through traffic. It does so by way of an elevated roadway. A great infrastructure, it will improve the city in more ways than one. Not only does it provide a great alternative for commuters, it brings a bright touch of orange to its streets. Designed by Dissing and Weitling, the Copenhagen bike path is dubbed Cykelslangen. Also known as Cycle Snake, it winds through buildings above a busy waterfront shopping area. Mikael Colville-Anderson, Copenhagen-based urban design expert and CEO of Copenhagenize Design Company says, "There was a missing link that forced bicycle users to use the stairs or make a huge detour around a shopping center. This solution provided a fast A-to-B from a bridge to a bicycle bridge on the harbor, while freeing up the harbor front for meandering pedestrians." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Elevated Cycle Routes:** Designing elevated cycle routes can provide a fast and efficient alternative for commuters and improve traffic flow. - **Infrastructure Innovation:** Creating innovative infrastructure solutions like the Copenhagen bike path can enhance transportation systems in cities. - **Urban Design Enhancements:** Integrating visually appealing urban design elements, such as the vibrant orange color of the Copenhagen bike path, can contribute to the overall aesthetics of a city. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore the development of elevated cycle routes as a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Architecture and Engineering:** Architects and engineers can seize the opportunities presented by infrastructure innovations like the Copenhagen bike path. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can incorporate attractive urban design enhancements, such as vibrant cycle routes, into their city development strategies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expansive Cycling Covered Highways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-1.md) - [Expanding City Cycle Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/londons-cycleway-network.md) - [Underwater Bicycle Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ijboulevard.md) - [Architectural Midcentury Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draken-bicycle-stand.md) - [Sleek Bicycle Store Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-store.md) - [Underwater Bicycling Parking Lots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centraal-station.md) - [Pedestrian Viaduct Extension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vincent-boutin.md) - [Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1.md) - [Elevated Park Nature Lookouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amager-nature-park.md)