As we have been walking the streets of Denmark, one thing has certainly stood out. Another form of energy we had not really considered before but that is very prevalent around this area of the world- human energy. Bicycles are one of the most common modes of transportation.
They are almost as important here as the train, the metro and cars. In fact, people do not drive cars in and around the city because the streets are narrow in many sections, there are a lot of pedestrians, it costs a lot of money to park and the taxes paid on the autos is very high.
What is the alternative? Ride your bike! They have their own lanes, and even their own signal lights at intersections. There are lanes for pedestrians, bikes and cars so you better follow the signs and watch were you are walking as you head down the streets of Copenhagen.
If you are a tourist and you did not bring your bike with you, no worries, you can "rent one" at the many bike racks along the street. Simply drop in your kroner to unlock the bike and when you return it to any bike rack around town and lock it up, you get your kroner back. What a fun way to travel from place to place in a little less time than walking!
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