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Rent a bicycle and explore Amsterdam on two wheels


For sure the historical streets of Amsterdam are best to explore by bike. Holland is as flat as a pancake, which makes the bicycle perfect for getting around.

Next to that, there’s bike paths everywhere in Amsterdam, which makes it often faster to get around town by bike than by car. Sometimes cycling in Amsterdam can be bit hectic, but when sticking to the rules, it is a great way of getting around. Explore Amsterdam like a true Dutchy, and rent a bike!

This article was written in 2014, hence some of the links were outdated. Read here our most recent article about the best bike rental companies in Amsterdam in 2026.

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