Questionnaire Results: What Users Want from the Future Užice–Sevojno Cycling Path
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As part of the international project BioRider – Bridging Communities: Co-creating a Sustainable and Beautiful Đetinja Riverfront, a questionnaire was conducted that allowed users to vote on the elements of the route and the content of the future cycling path from Užice to Sevojno. Its aim was to test and rank, based on the opinions of the people who use the space, the ideas defined through project work and co-creation workshops — the path that users consider most suitable and best aligned with their needs and spatial habits.
The proposed route of the cycling path is the result of the BioRider project initiative, including the analysis of relevant planning documentation, best-practice examples, fieldwork, and a co-creation process with local stakeholders and civil society organisations. The questionnaire and its results were designed and processed by researchers from the Institute of Architecture and Urban & Spatial Planning of Serbia, representatives of the Zlatibor Regional Development Agency, and Green Mobility. The results follow question by question: from the appearance and experience of the path, through facilities, programmes and environmental protection, to the choice of length, routing and path material.
Questionnaire results
Each option shows the number of votes it received. In multiple-choice questions, respondents could select more than one option.
What kind of appearance of the cycling path and supporting elements would you like the most?
Simple and unobtrusive, blended into the natural environment11 votes
Differently shaped depending on the character of individual parts of the path8 votes
Modern and distinctive4 votes
Inspired by the local landscape, industrial heritage and old railways2 votes
Functionality is more important than appearance2 votes
What, in your opinion, would contribute the most to a pleasant experience of the future cycling path?
Pleasant places in the shade for rest and relaxation12 votes
Views towards the Djetinja River and the surrounding landscape10 votes
Preservation of the natural character of the corridor along the river9 votes
Better access to the river and more direct contact with the coast7 votes
Beautifully and harmoniously designed furniture and signage5 votes
Quality connections to parks, public spaces and recreational areas5 votes
What additional facilities would you find most useful at selected points along the path?
Rest area with benches and shade16 votes
Viewpoint or arranged access to the river13 votes
Water fountain point with drinking water8 votes
Information board about nature, heritage and local attractions7 votes
Small space for recreation, socializing or activities of the local community5 votes
Bicycle parking1 votes
No new contents - it is important that the space remains as natural as possible1 votes
Station for basic bicycle repair0 votes
What would encourage you the most to come to the Đetinja riverbank more often, even when you don't use a bicycle?
Space for walking, resting and spending time in nature25 votes
Activities for children and families10 votes
Contents related to local nature, heritage and identity9 votes
Sports and recreational facilities7 votes
Cultural and creative outdoor programs3 votes
Occasional events, manifestations and gatherings3 votes
The possibility of socializing and meeting other people3 votes
I would not come for additional facilities, as the most important thing is the preservation of the natural environment3 votes
🚶over 92%of respondents emphasized that the presence of spaces for walking, resting, and spending time in nature would encourage them to visit the Đetinja riverbank
Programmes, environmental protection and accessibility
What kinds of occasional activities or programs would you like to see organized at certain points along the path?
Sports and recreational activities for different ages12 votes
Smaller cultural manifestations, exhibitions and outdoor programs11 votes
Environmental actions, workshops and activities related to river and nature protection10 votes
Meetings and activities of the local community8 votes
Programs for children and families4 votes
Local fairs, markets or presentation of local products4 votes
Educational activities about nature, health, mobility and local heritage1 votes
I do not think that additional organized programs are necessary1 votes
What environmental protection measures should take priority along the path?
Additional greening and creation of shade where necessary20 votes
Preservation of existing trees and vegetation16 votes
Installation of trash bins and other measures to maintain the cleanliness of the waterfront16 votes
Use of permeable and environmentally friendly materials9 votes
Energy-efficient lighting along the entire path6 votes
Well-managed drainage and flood risk adaptation5 votes
What would make the future route more accessible and pleasant for daily use by different groups of people?
Safe crossings and protection from traffic20 votes
Flat and accessible surfaces suitable for users of different ages and abilities14 votes
Good lighting, visibility of space and open visual directions12 votes
Safe connections with surrounding neighborhoods and streets10 votes
Enough places to rest, with benches and shade9 votes
Clear road signs and informative signage and orientation6 votes
Parking for bicycles and basic facilities for servicing bicycles1 votes
Choosing the route and its additions
🚴77%of respondents voted for a longer trail route to Zlakusa as the preferred path length option
Options for choosing the length of the path: Option 1: route Užice–Sevojno and Option 2: route Užice–Zlakusa. Both options are shown on the interactive map in the results presentation.
Two additions to the bicycle path towards the proposed attractions
Two additions to the bicycle path towards the proposed attractions were ranked: the road to the Derventa picnic area and the road to the Potpeć Cave.
🧭74%of the respondents prefer the addition of a bicycle path to the Potpeć Cave in comparison to the Derventa area
🌊74%of respondents chose as their first choice the path that goes along the river without integration with the paths planned within the urban plans
Ranking of the route variants offered according to whether only the planned path or its integration with the paths from the urban plans is preferred. The comparison is shown on the interactive map in the results presentation.
Options for the introduction of additional bicycle paths that lead through the natural environment along the meandering course of the Đetinja River
Both proposed options14 votes
None of proposed expanding options7 votes
Path along the river to Zlakusa from Sevojno6 votes
Riverside path near Sevojno0 votes
Material for building the path in recreational areas along the river
Which material is best for building a path in recreational areas along the river, ranked by priority: hard-packed earth is the first choice for paths along the river, followed by stone or gravel and, lastly, asphalt.
Five selected spaces and facilities along the path
The map shows 5 selected spaces/facilities whose potential development or renovation would be the most important supplementary content along the planned bicycle path. The interactive map is available in the results presentation.
Authors of the questionnaire and presentation of results
Institute of Architecture and Urban & Spatial Planning of Serbia (IAUS)
Zlatibor Regional Development Agency
Green Mobility CSO
The BioRider project is implemented within the call "CO-CREATE · NEW EUROPEAN BAUHAUS 2025" (Project No. 9.6-0001-110-00482).
Note: Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the EIT. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
