Dubai: In a major push towards sustainable mobility, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 13 new cycling tracks as part of a broader master plan covering 15 tracks with a total length of 162 km. The project aims to create an integrated cycling network connecting key areas across the emirate, including routes from Al Khawaneej to Al Mamzar Beach, Al Warqa’a to Saih Al Salam, and DIFC to Jumeirah.
Dubai’s total cycling track length has increased from 560 km in 2024 to 636 km in 2025. The number of cycling trips also saw a significant rise, reaching 57.3 million in 2025 compared to 46.6 million in 2024. The RTA plans to expand the cycling network to 1,000 km by 2030, with around 22.3% of Dubai’s population already having access to cycling infrastructure.
As part of the initiative, several pedestrian and cycling bridges are under development across major roads such as Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Al Khail Road to enhance connectivity. According to Mattar Al Tayer, these developments have strengthened Dubai’s global position, with the city ranking among the top 100 cycling-friendly cities in the 2025 Copenhagen Index.
The initiative reflects Dubai’s commitment to improving road safety, enhancing quality of life, and promoting environmentally friendly transport solutions.
