We are cycling across continents, crossing borders, and connecting communities – the COP29 Bike Ride is more than just a journey; it’s a movement. Our goal is to promote cycling as a key solution to reducing carbon emissions, uniting cyclists from all over the world on our way to Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 2024 UN Climate Conference (COP29)
From Europe to Turkey: The Journey So Far
By mid-September, we had reached Ankara, and by September 29th, we were exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia. The journey continued as we rode for a more sustainable future.
Enjoying the magic of Cappadocia with its famous hot air balloons.
On 4th october, we had already covered thousands of kilometers by bike, there were still 2000 km left before arriving in Baku.
Our team cycled in the east of Turkey, with its arid landscapes !
We had a meeting with with Mehmet Lüzumlar in Kayseri (Meeting with Bisikletliler Derneği Cyclists Association - local voice of Bicycle NGO www.bisikletliler.org
As well as the city representatives of green mobility in Kayseri (discussing how our ten proposals could be improved to include bike sharing as well)