Cambridge has been named the world's best city for cycling in 2026, achieving an impressive cycling score of 83.2%.
The UK city beat the likes of Montreal, Copenhagen, Shanghai and Vienna in a ranking compiled by Time Out, which surveyed more than 24,000 people about what it is like to cycle where they live.
How the ranking was decided
Each city was given a score based on the percentage of locals who described getting around by bike as either "good" or "amazing".
Cambridge narrowly beat Montreal in Canada, which finished second with 82.5%, while Copenhagen in Denmark came third with 79.2%. Shanghai was fourth on 78%, followed by the Austrian capital Vienna with a score of 77.7%.
Why Cambridge is so bike-friendly
Cambridge has several things working in its favour when it comes to getting around by bike. The city is relatively flat and compact, making it possible to travel between many of its best-known sights without facing steep hills or particularly long journeys.
Time Out also pointed out that Cambridge enjoys relatively dry weather and has brilliant cycling infrastructure, which includes designated "cycle streets" and a large multi-storey cycle park at Cambridge railway station.
Cycling is already a popular way to get around the city, with around a third of journeys made by bike.
Exploring the city by bike
Visitors can use two wheels to explore some of the places that have made Cambridge one of Britain's best-known university cities. King's College Chapel sits in the heart of Cambridge and is famous for its spectacular late Gothic architecture, while the nearby River Cam winds past some of the university's historic colleges.
Cyclists can also explore the area around The Backs, where green spaces and college grounds run alongside the river. Another stop worth making is Cambridge University Botanic Garden, a 40-acre green space filled with thousands of different plants.
Those wanting a break from their bikes can head onto the River Cam for a traditional punting trip or visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is home to an extensive collection of art and antiquities. There are plenty of open spaces to explore too, including Jesus Green and Midsummer Common beside the river.
And those who want to travel a little further can make their way towards Grantchester, a picturesque village outside the city that can be reached through the countryside around Cambridge.
