A scene from Ciclovía in Bogotá, Colombia.

A scene from Ciclovía in Bogotá, Colombia.

What is a Cyclovia?

Cyc˙lo˙via (/ˌsklɵˈv.ə/) n.
A Spanish word signifying the temporary closure of a network of streets to cars so that they become “open” to  people. During Cyclovia anyone can bike, walk, skate and participate in fun, free activities.

One of the first and largest cyclovias in the world is held in Bogotá, Colombia.  Every Sunday and holiday, every week of the year, the city closes down over 70 miles of roadways to cars to invite people to bike, walk, talk, exercise, picnic, sunbathe, etc. in the streets.  People from all backgrounds come together in this beautiful community-inspiring event.

Cyclovia in Tucson



You can see a film about the Bogotá Ciclovia here:

Read more about this film on the Streetfilms website.


Cyclovia Goals

The Cyclovia Planning Committee developed 6 important goals to guide the development of Cyclovia.  Below are the 6 goals:

  1. Enhance the brand and identity of Greater Tucson as a progressive urban community
  2. Increase the health and activity of Greater Tucson area residents
  3. Promote and increase awareness for cycling and walking as an acceptable and safe mode of travel on public streets
  4. Increase neighborhood mobility, livability and access
  5. Provide a unique and sociable fun experience for citizens
  6. Provide a free public event affordable for all