Minneapolis has been named the most bikeable large city in the United States. That's according to non-profit PeopleForBikes. St. Paul was also recognized and ranked number seven in the large city list.
In response to the recognition, Chair of the Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee Elissa Schufman says it only reaffirms her belief that the city has made the right choices.
“It is not surprising to me,” Shufman explains. “You know, those efforts have gone on for many years and have resulted in a number one ranking.”
Schufman says the committee is currently showing its support for the city’s latest plans to expand its trails.
“One of the upcoming projects that I think I'm really excited about is the Minneapolis North side Greenway,” Shufman says. “Imagine if you’re familiar with the Midtown Greenway, taking some of that concept of a green space that’s really comfortable, easy to bike, and translating that to a neighborhood context in North Minneapolis.”
The new Northside Greenway is expected to break ground in 2027. The route is along parts of Irving Avenue North and Humboldt Avenue North. The route connects to existing trails, community destinations, and businesses. It will support biking, walking, and other recreation along with helping to ease some traffic congestion in the area.
Other large cities in the top 10 include San Francisco, Seattle, Philadelphia, Portland, New York City, Washington D.C., Milwaukee and Detroit. Davis, California was named the top medium-sized city and Provincetown, Massachusetts was the top small town.
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