GOOD NEWS: A massive underwater bicycle garage just opened at Amsterdam’s Centraal Station.
The €60 (~$65M) facility can accommodate up to 7,000 bikes. A second garage for another 4,000 bikes will open at the same site next month.
More:
- The city of Amsterdam released a timelapse video of the construction process, which involved draining water before laying the foundation and columns to support the garage's roof.
- The garage is connected to an underground station, giving bike riders easy access to public transport.
- Every day an estimated ~200,000 travelers arrive at the Centraal Station, which is known for its endless rows of locked bikes.
Zoom Out:
- The Dutch city of Utrecht is home to a bike garage that can host up to 12,000 bicycles.
- 35% of Amsterdam residents cycle on a daily basis, while up to 50% of Utrecht residents use their bikes every day.
