A disabled person riding an adapted bike on a woodland path in Autumn.

Walking, wheeling and cycling

Transport Scotland is committed to increasing levels of walking, wheeling and cycling for transport and leisure.

Photo courtesy of Sustrans Scotland

Active Travel Framework

The Active Travel Framework brings together the key policy approaches to improving the uptake of walking and cycling in Scotland for travel

About walking, wheeling and cycling policy

Transport Scotland is committed to increasing waling, wheeling and cycling levels, both for everyday travel and for leisure, because it brings significant benefits to all involved.

Developing an Active Nation

Read about our commitment to Active Travel including how we work with partners and fund projects throughout Scotland.

Active Travel funding opportunities

We allocate funding to partner organisations responsible for delivering infrastructure and behaviour change projects.

Ambassador for Active Travel

An independent of Government engagement role that focuses on championing diverse and inclusive participation in active travel and active travel decision-making

Local Authority Active Travel Strategies

Read a list of local strategies currently in place.

Active Travel Strategy Guidance

Supporting local authorities and other statutory bodies to prepare a strategy for their area

Cycling Framework for Active Travel

Learn more about our new plan for everyday cycling in Scotland