The 15-minute city is an urban planning concept in which most daily necessities and services, such as work, shopping, education, healthcare, and leisure can be easily reached by a 15-minute walk, bike ride, or public transit ride from any point in the city. This approach aims to reduce car dependency, promote healthy and sustainable living, and improve wellbeing and quality of life for city dwellers.
People walking and cycling in Paris, France. The concept of 15-minute cities gained traction after being advocated by Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo.
The 15-minute city was influenced by cities such as Paris, in which a range of amenities tend to be within walking distance.
Example of bike lane in Paris
Ana MarĂa "Anne" Hidalgo Aleu is a Spanish-born French politician who has served as Mayor of Paris since 2014, the first woman to hold the office. She is a member of the Socialist Party.
Hidalgo in 2014