World Bicycle Day 2025: Road Bikes and Amateur Cyclists in the Spotlight

On June 3, 2025, the world celebrates World Bicycle Day, established by the United Nations in 2018 to promote sustainable mobility and healthy living. As cities reinvent themselves with green policies, the bicycle is emerging as a powerful symbol of this silent revolution.

The Heart of the Movement: The Amateur Cyclist

At the center of this transformation is the amateur cyclist. Not a professional, but someone who devotes time, energy, and resources to their passion. The road bike becomes not just a means of transport but a companion, a source of wellbeing, and a tool to explore the land.

Infographic: Profile of the Amateur Cyclist

Average age: 35–60 years
Frequency: 2–3 rides per week
Annual spending: €1,500 – €3,000
Main motivations: Health, social bonding, passion for cycling

The Economic Impact of Road Cycling

The boom in road cycling has created an economic ecosystem worth over €65 billion in Europe in 2025. This includes bike sales, technical clothing, components, maintenance services, insurance, route planning apps, and, of course, tourism.

Infographic: Road Cycling Economy

European market value: €65 billion
Average daily tourist spending: €90
Annual cycling events in Europe: Over 2,000
Jobs supported by the sector: About 1 million

Bicycles as Urban Solution: Micromobility

Micromobility, including e-bikes, cargo bikes, scooters, and bike-sharing, is a key solution to urban traffic, pollution, and stress. By 2025, many European cities have expanded bike lanes, integrated routes with public transport, and introduced incentives for bike purchases and rentals.

Infographic: Growth of Micromobility

Increase in e-bike use since 2020: +150%
Urban bike networks expansion: +35% in 5 years
Reduction in car traffic: -20%
CO₂ emissions saved annually: 200,000 tons

Focus: Amateur Cycling in Lombardy

Key Statistics

Active cyclists in Lombardy: 3,177,000 people
Residents regularly practicing sports: 43.2% (above the national average of 36.9%)
Titles won by Lombard athletes and clubs in 2024: 3 world titles, 29 national championships
Amateur cycling events: FCI Climber’s Trophy with 8 regional stages

Sources: Lombardia Notizie, Tuttobiciweb, Amatori Lombardia

Global Benefits: Health, Environment, and Community

Road cycling brings a wide range of benefits: it improves cardiovascular health, reduces stress, fosters social bonds, and significantly cuts CO₂ emissions. Every kilometer on a bike instead of a car is a step toward a sustainable future.

A Look to the Future

World Bicycle Day 2025 is not just a celebration of a vehicle, but a reflection on a lifestyle: slower, healthier, and more connected to nature. The amateur road cyclist represents this shift toward a more equitable, mindful, and eco-conscious world. Every pedal stroke is a small act of change.