Amsterdam is the city of bicycles. Everywhere you look you see cyclists, there is even a bicycle path running underneath the Rijksmuseum. Dutch children learn to ride a bike at an early age, the bike is one of the most important means of transport in the Netherlands. Especially in a large, busy city like Amsterdam, where a car can quickly become inconvenient. Getting around Amsterdam by bicycle is the most efficient way to get from one place to another.
Do you want to experience Amsterdam like a local? Of course you do that by bike. Getting around by bike on the crowded, narrow canals is faster than on foot and often even faster than public transport. You can park your bike for free in front of the museum, shop or restaurant you want to visit. Make sure you lock it properly, because a bike that is not locked is easily stolen!
There are several places in Amsterdam where you can rent a bike to explore Amsterdam by bike. You can get cycling routes at many bike rental companies, but you can also cycle through the city on your own of course. It is also possible to do a guided bike tour through Amsterdam.
Getting around Amsterdam by bike is not entirely without risks. Watch out for other cyclists, cars, buses and streetcars. Please note that traffic coming from the right has priority on the road. Do not enter the streetcar rails with your wheels and watch out for pedestrians who step onto the bike lane without looking. Make sure you have front and rear lights on your bike in the dark.
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