Traveling In Amsterdam By Bike
Agree or not, Amsterdam tours are somewhat incomplete if you don’t try to explore this beautiful destination on a bike. Other than the cruises, the best way to explore Amsterdam is on a bike. Getting around this Dutch city is always a pleasure on a bike without getting confused between streets and city traffic. For you to enjoy a memorable bike tour in Amsterdam, we present you with some handy tips.
Bike Rentals
* 10 Euros per day.
* Deposit your passport or official ID or 200 Euros.
* No credit cards are allowed.
Sign Information
Traveling through Amsterdam on a bike has been simplified by various bike signs that have been especially designed for the cyclists and bikers. Mentioned below are some bike sign information for your reference.
* Bikes and Scooters Excepted: One of the most common bike signs says “uitgezonderd” meaning except. This sign denotes that bikers are an exception to the posted traffic rules. Take for instance, bikers can enter even if the white sign is present.
* Bike Traffic Lights: Bikers need to follow their traffic lights glowing in red, yellow and green colors in the shape of a bicycle. In case of absence of the biker light, bikers are advised to follow the car traffic lights.
* Designated Bike Route: This one is a round sign having a blue background on white bicycles. It indicated a bike route or bike lane.
Using Maps
Remember that all the streets of Amsterdam are not cyclist friendly. This is where carrying a route map may prove as a blessing. You can easily grab a road map from bike repair shops, tramlines and popular attractions of Amsterdam. From southern suburbs to northern islands, all places are covered and depicted very clearly in the route maps.
Leave it Safe
Safety of your bike is just in your hands. Make sure to leave your bike locked when leaving it aside, as Amsterdam is famous for bike theft. Remember to put a U-lock or a heavy chain while leaving your bike unattended in Amsterdam.
Drive Safely
While driving a bike though Amsterdam always acquaint yourselves with local traffic safety rules. To drive safely, one of the main points to keep in mind is to be prepared for any kind of obstacle on a bike lane. Don’t be scared seeing any such obstacles, simply change your path aside or keep a distance from unidentified objects in bike lanes.
Bike Route
In all there are 400 km bike lanes in Amsterdam for the bike enthusiasts. Bikers are usually allowed to run along the ride hand sides of the streets. In order to make the bikers feel safe, the authorities have painted white lines and various bike symbols on the roads in Amsterdam.
Feel the magic of exploring the beautiful destination called Amsterdam on a bike. Be your own guide or simply follow the above-mentioned tips for traveling through Amsterdam on a bike. Rest assured, you won’t regret discovering this Netherlands city on an economical and eco-friendly bike.