As part of its policy promoting active mobility, the municipality of Vic-en-Bigorre is continuing its efforts to make the town center more accessible and encourage alternatives to cars. Cyclists can now travel in both directions on streets within 30 km/h zones, including some one-way streets for motorized vehicles.
This provision, known as the shared cycle lane, aims to facilitate bicycle travel in the town center, avoid detours, make routes more direct, and promote smoother traffic flow and better sharing of public space.
The town reminds residents that a car's braking distance at 30 km/h is 13 meters, compared to 28 meters at 50 km/h. Motorists are therefore urged to be vigilant, as a bicycle may now be approaching from the opposite direction on certain one-way streets.
Cyclists are also encouraged to respect signage and remain attentive to other road users. The goal is to share the road and adopt good practices together.
To view the perimeter of the 30 km/h zone in Vic-en-Bigorre, residents can consult the provided map.
