What are the cycle superhighways (supercykelstier) in Copenhagen?
Long commuter routes across municipal borders.
Short answer
Cycle superhighways (supercykelstier) are commuter cycle routes in the Capital Region of Denmark, built by 27 municipalities together with Region Hovedstaden. They are made for longer trips to work and study across municipal borders. In 2025 the network had 244 km in the region, 64 km of them inside Copenhagen Municipality. The planned network has more than 60 routes and over 850 km.
Why
- 16 cycle superhighways were in use by 2024.
- They cross municipal borders in the Capital Region.
- Bike traffic on them rose by 52 % on average after opening (2024 figures).
Details
Avedøreruten (9 km) and Ryparken-Valbyruten (7 km) opened in 2023.
Tip
See the map of all routes on the Cycle Superhighways website before you plan a long commute.
What may differ
New routes open every few years, so the number of km grows over time.
Common misconception
Many think cycle superhighways are only in central Copenhagen.
What actually happens
Most of the network is outside the city: of 244 km in 2025, only 64 km were in Copenhagen Municipality.
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Sources
This answer is for reference only. Cycling rules and services can change, so check the official sources before you ride.
CopenhagenRelated questions
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Can you cycle around Bornholm?
Yes, national cycle route 10 is a 105 km loop around Bornholm and the shortest of Denmark's 11 national routes.
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Is Denmark good for a cycling holiday?
Yes, Denmark is well suited for a cycling holiday.
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How many kilometres do Copenhageners cycle a day?
On an average weekday in 2025, cyclists covered 2.48 million km in Copenhagen.
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How many Copenhageners cycle to work or school?
In 2025, 43 % of all trips to work or education in Copenhagen were made by bike, down from 46 % in 2024.