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Biking & Walking
Biking and walking make up nearly 18% of all commuting trips in the City - among the highest biking and walking commute rates in the state! There is still tremendous opportunity to increase the number of these trips, and research has demonstrated that the more people that ride or walk, the safer our streets become for everyone.
Safe Routes to Schools
Safe Routes to Schools is a Transportation Planning initiative to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to and from City schools. You can also visit the Charlottesville City Schools website for information on bus routes and service areas.
Neighborhood Walks
Each month the Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator leads a walk through one of Charlottesville’s neighborhoods. This is an opportunity for all of us to get to know our city better, learn from our neighbors, and see where there are places to build a better, more connected Charlottesville. Check out the 2026 Schedule of Neighborhood Monthly Walks.
E-Bike Voucher Program
Interested in owning your own E-Bike? You could win a $1,000 voucher towards the purchase of an e-bike at participating retailers! Visit the Cville E-Bike Voucher Program website for more information.
Bike Racks for Businesses Program
Does your favorite destination need a bike rack? Let them know that Charlottesville businesses are eligible to request a bicycle rack, loaned and installed by the City free of charge. More information is available on the Bike Rack Request Brochure.
To apply, download and fill out a Bike Rack Request Form. Submit completed forms by mail or in person to Neighborhood Development Services at 605 East Main Street on the 2nd floor of City Hall, or by email to bikeped@charlottesville.gov.
Electric Scooter and Bike Rentals
Electric scooters and bikes are available to rent in Charlottesville through the mobility company Veo. For more information on how to rent, ride, and park scooters, visit the City's Electric Scooter and Bike page.
Street Improvement Projects
Visit the Transportation Planning page for information about current and upcoming projects related to sidewalks, bike and pedestrian traffic safety improvements, and roadway construction.
Bike & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bike & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is an open, voluntary advisory group within the City of Charlottesville dedicated to improving bicycle and pedestrian facility design and safety for all road users. BPAC meets the first Thursday of each month and is open to all Charlottesville residents, no application or appointment is required.
BPAC members support the Neighborhood Walks program, provide input and feedback to staff about Safe Routes to Schools, Sidewalk Priorities, and Quickbuild projects, and advocate for the interests of pedestrians and bicyclists in the city. To learn more about participating, visit the BPAC page, join the Google Group, and follow BPAC on Instagram and Facebook.
MyCville
Residents can use the MyCville service, available as an app or online form, to report issues and request services. Examples include concerns about street and sidewalk repair, overgrown vegetation, e-scooters, snow and leaf removal, trash and recycling collection, or violations of City codes and regulations. MyCville reports are sent to the proper City departments and used to inform and schedule future projects and actions.
Close Calls
To inform Transportation Planning staff of incidents in which a pedestrian or cyclist has come close to being hit, residents can file an online Bicycle and Pedestrian Close Call Report. Reports are forwarded to the proper City staff who can then use Close Call data to help plan future projects.
Bike Month
May is National Bike Month and each year the City of Charlottesville collaborates with local nonprofits, bike clubs, bike shops, Albemarle County, and the University of Virginia to create a pedal-powered extravaganza designed to get everyone rolling.
Look to the Bike Cville website for a full calendar of events. Festivities include:
- The Family Bike Day Celebration with fun activities, music, food, and more
- Bike to School Day and Bike to Work Day festivities
- Community bike rides
- Repair clinics and workshops
- E-bike demonstrations and test rides
- The Bike Month Business Commuting Challenge
Loop De Ville Trail Fest
The Loop de Ville Trail Fest is held each September to celebrate the connectedness of our community through the 20-mile Rivanna Trail system. Guided and supported hikes, walks, runs, and bike rides range from the entire Rivanna Trail loop to smaller sections of the trail.
Week Without Driving
The City of Charlottesville collaborates with local nonprofits and transit organizations each fall to celebrate the national Week Without Driving. This annual week of events promoting walking, biking, and public transit highlights ways to create an even more accessible community for all residents.
Active Mobility Summit
Every March local leaders, professionals, and advocates gather at the Active Mobility Summit, hosted by the Piedmont Mobility Alliance, to share ways to improve walking, biking, and access to nature in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
City of Charlottesville
- Bike & Pedestrian Master Plan - 2015
- Safe Routes to School Activities and Programs Plan - 2019
- ADA Transition Plan Update - 2024
- Streets That Work Design Guidelines - 2016
- Traffic Calming Handbook - 2008 (Includes "Request for Transportation Study" form and "Traffic Calming Petition" form)
- Standards and Design Manual - 2019