Educational conference during Mobility Week

The conference was held in recognition of Mobility Week 2025 and was organized by Reykjavík City, the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration, Transport for the Capital Area, and Strætó Public Transport.

"It's easy to agree that good biking in the city increases the quality of life for all residents: Air quality improves, even for those who don't bike, residents become healthier, and traffic delays are reduced," said Mayor Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir, who opened the conference where a new video about The Bicycle City was shown. Reykjavík's first biking plan was approved in 2010, and Reykjavík City has placed strong emphasis on adding new biking paths throughout the city each year.

What can workplaces do?

Valur Elli Valsson presented research that asked: How can workplaces in Reykjavík's city center increase environmentally friendly transportation among their staff through new priorities and incentives?"

Transportation engineer Berglind Hallgrímsdóttir discussed how an environment designed for all of us, however we are, can increase travel freedom and independence for individuals who depend on transportation modes other than cars. After all, the conference title was "Diverse Transportation for All!"

Architect Yngvi Karl Sigurjónsson spoke about how CityLine stations work, showing drawings and images while reviewing their appearance and design. The discussion also covered the consultation process the design team had with The Icelandic Disability Alliance during the shelter design.

Hlynur Þór Agnarsson spoke about implementing NaviLens markings at Strætó stations and buses throughout the capital area. Sigrún Helga Lund, professor of statistics at the University of Iceland and chair of the working group that produced a report with recommendations for a comprehensive government policy and action plan on active transportation and micromobility, presented an engaging summary of the report's key findings and recommendations.

Walkable city and route system

Urban designer Rebekka Guðmundsdóttir from Reykjavík City explained how to make the city more walkable. Cecilía Þórðardóttir from the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration spoke about safety and improved public transportation flow, and Hulda Rós Bjarnardóttir presented innovations in the regional bus route system, including electric buses and bike racks.

Dóra Björt Guðjónsdóttir, chair of the Environment & Planning Council, then delivered closing remarks and encouraged continued efforts to create a city with diverse transportation for everyone.

Conference agenda

Conference presentations and slides

Mayor's address - Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir.
New Route System and Expanded Strætó Service - Sólrún Svava Skúladóttir, Strætó Public Transport.
CityLine stations and accessibility – Yngvi Karl Sigurjónsson from Yrki Architects.
New Rural Bus Route System and Innovations – Hulda Rós Bjarnadóttir, Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.
Walkable City and Urban Design Policy – Rebekka Guðmundsdóttir, Reykjavík City.
The Bicycle City Reykjavík – video.
Draft government policy on active road users - Professor Sigrún Helga Lund, working group chair.
Accessibility for All – Berglind Hallgrímsdóttir, EFLA.
Safety and Improved Public Transit Flow - Cecilía Þórðardóttir, Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.
Revolution for people who are blind or visually impaired - Hlynur Þór Agnarsson from Reykjavík marketing on behalf of Blindrafélagið, Icelandic Association of the Visually Impaired.
Impact of Sustainable Commuting Incentives and Accessible Parking on People's Travel Habits- Valur Elli Valsson, EFLA.
Closing Remarks- Dóra Björt Guðjónsdóttir, Environment & Planning Council chair.
Modrator - Gunnar Hersveinn.

• Video about The Bicycle City Reykjavík.
• Biking to and from work - Margrét.
• Taking the city bus to work - Grétar.