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No city has to reinvent the wheel. Across Europe, bold ideas are already taking shape – from dedicated cycling lanes to car-light districts, from pedestrianised streets to smart traffic management systems. Every city has its own challenges and priorities, but the lessons learned elsewhere can accelerate change. This is where the European Urban Initiative (EUI) steps in, helping cities learn from one another and turn innovative concepts into tangible, on-the-ground results.

From walking to cycling, cities across Europe are experimenting with active mobility to make urban spaces healthier, greener, and more welcoming.

As cities face mounting crises, from climate change and rapid urbanisation to rising traffic congestion and growing inequalities, the need for bold, people-centered solutions has never been greater. These challenges intersect to shape how people move in cities and how cities plan for the future. Across Europe’s urban landscapes, mobility is undergoing a profound transformation in response. In this context, the EU Cohesion Policy plays a pivotal role, steering cities towards greener, more inclusive, and better-connected mobility systems.