Bikeability in Basel

“Bikeability” is becoming increasingly relevant in the fields or transport- and spatial planning. However, it is not always clear how bikeability is defined, let alone how it can be modeled. The goal of this project is to develop a method to model bikeability within the Swiss context. A case study area in the city of Basel has been selected for analysis. In this thesis, “bikeability” is understood as a measure of the ability and convenience to reach important destinations by bike, based on the quality of the routes and the travel distances. Results show that the method developed enables the identification of locations where improvements in the cycling network are necessary. Moreover, it allows the quantification of various planning measures, by assessing their effect on bikeability. The current analysis is intended for conventional bikes and is focused on the needs of commuting cyclists. However, the method can be expanded to consider E-bikes and non-commuting cyclists.