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Counting bicycles and pedestrians: city center, bike routes, greenways

With the rise of soft mobility, measuring the use of cycle paths, greenways and urban routes has become a key issue for communities and infrastructure managers. Kiomda offers autonomous and mobile sensors that are simple to install, making it possible to monitor the evolution of flows without heavy infrastructure. This page explains how to count bicycles and pedestrians effectively to adapt your facilities and justify your projects.

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Tracking and Understanding the Growth of Active Mobility: Monitoring Pedestrian and Cyclist Traffic in Urban and Natural Spaces

The rise of active mobility—primarily cycling and walking—is reshaping cities and natural spaces. For local authorities, site managers, and urban planners, having access to accurate and reliable data is essential to monitor and anticipate changes in usage patterns.

Pedestrian and cyclist counting systems have become vital tools for optimizing mobility policies, adapting infrastructure, and justifying new investments to potential funders. With Kiomda’s autonomous counting solutions, you can monitor footfall in real time, analyze trends, and measure the true impact of your infrastructure upgrades.

Why Should You Measure Pedestrian and Cyclist Traffic?

Accurate visitor data is essential for informed decision-making. It allows you to:

  • Quantify the impact of new cycling infrastructure: Assess how footfall and cycling traffic evolve after creating new bike lanes, pedestrian zones, or greenways.
  • Justify new investments: Use hard data to support funding requests from local governments, national agencies, or private partners.
  • Analyze changes in usage patterns over time: Track seasonal fluctuations and daily peak times to optimize infrastructure usage.
  • Adjust infrastructure and services based on real needs: Improve security, adapt maintenance schedules, and optimize parking solutions for bicycles and other active mobility devices.

Autonomous, Mobile, and Easy-to-Install Sensors

Kiomda’s counting solutions are designed for all environments—urban settings and natural spaces alike. They provide accurate monitoring without disrupting public spaces or ecosystems.

Key benefits of Kiomda’s counters include:

  • Quick and easy installation without wiring: The device can be securely mounted on a pole, wall, or dedicated support in just a few minutes.
  • Autonomous, battery-powered sensors: Up to 5 years of operation without maintenance, thanks to energy-efficient technology.
  • Flexible and mobile solution: Easily move the counters to monitor different areas over time.
  • Real-time data access: Analyze and export your data through an intuitive online platform.

Leverage Data to Optimize Your Active Mobility Policies

Pedestrian and cyclist traffic data is a strategic tool for anticipating infrastructure needs and enhancing mobility systems. With detailed insights into visitor flows, you can:

  • Improve the management of existing infrastructure.
  • Schedule maintenance based on peak usage.
  • Strengthen safety measures in high-traffic zones.
  • Assess the impact of your public policies and track the shift toward sustainable transportation.

See Our Solutions in Action

Watch this video to discover two real-world examples of how Kiomda’s counters are being used:

  • In urban environments: Monitoring pedestrian and cyclist traffic on a newly developed avenue.
  • On greenways: Analyzing foot traffic on a hiking trail to plan maintenance and ensure environmental preservation.

Ready to Track Active Mobility Trends in Your Community?

Contact us today to discover how Kiomda’s counting solutions can help optimize your infrastructure management and support your sustainable transportation initiatives.

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