Bike Tour

A curated bike tour about biking in Amsterdam & Ghent
biketour Amsterdam participants
Timeline

2 hours in groups of 5 from
March-May 2026

Highlights
  • Meaningfully  immerse in the city and its celebrated  biking culture  
  • Know the history and contemporary practices that make cycling so popular 
  • Witness the innovations and trends taking place in the city via the bike tour 
  • Identify imperfections and room for improvement in the cycling capital

Why pedal along with us in Amsterdam?

biketour amsterdam participants in amsterdam

Tulip, cheese, and cycling- The quintessential symbols of the Netherlands and Amsterdam! So, do you want to return home with more than just a fridge magnet? Do you want to learn more about the city and understand how Amsterdam moves? 

Then we have the perfect bike tour for you! 

Cycling is not just a mode of transport here but a key factor in shaping, defining, and experiencing the city of Amsterdam.                                                                                            Join our interactive and curated two-hour tour around key sites in Amsterdam that reveals much about the history of the city and cycling. Riding in wind, rain, or shine, just like true Amsterdammers, we show you important landmarks influencing cycling, best practices of infrastructure, plus secrets, fun facts, and a joyous ride around the city!

Who is this bike tour for?

This bike tour is for anyone who is curious and wants to immerse themselves in the city, through the lens of a bicycle! Are you a group of more than five university students, municipality officials, or a corporate excursion? Then we have tailored programs for you. Please fill out [this form] and we will write back with a proposal.

How does the bike tour work?

The bike tour last 2 hours* (check availability), January – September 2025, several days a week. The cost is €53 per person. There are 5 open spots per tour. Participants need to arrange their own bicycles to take part. 

*Depending on street conditions, some excursions run for 2.5 hours.

Get a bike rental discount

We can recommend We Bike Amsterdam Rentals at Spuistraat 30, the price for a handbrake bike is €12 for a 4-hour rental. 10% of discount is applicable, just mention us! We Bike recommends going to rent bicycles between 10:30-12:30 or 14:30-17:00 to avoid peak busy hours and receive the best service.

Meet Your Guides

Each bike tour will be led by one of our expert guides.

Asaf Oz

Asaf Oz

Asaf holds a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Amsterdam. Having lived in Amsterdam for 8 years, passionate about the city and about making cities liveable for people, he is excited to show you all about Amsterdam’s history as a cycling city and its cycling infrastructures during the study excursions of the Urban Cycling Institute. With a previous experience as a tour guide, he now works in an e-cargo bike sharing company in the Netherlands.

Pedro Miele

Pedro Miele

Pedro is an urban planner and engineer. He has performed research on the impact of cycling in communities and worked in mobility and infrastructure projects of different scales. He sees active mobility as a tool for meaningful change towards a sustainable future for our cities and hopes to share insights on how change is brought about in urban environments.

Why pedal along with us in Ghent?

Transition Readiness Program participants in a group outside
Timeline

2 hours in groups of 5 from
March-May 2026

Highlights
  • Meaningfully  immerse in the city and its celebrated  biking culture  
  • Know the history and contemporary practices that make cycling so popular 
  • Witness the innovations and trends taking place in the city via the bike tour 
  • Identify imperfections and room for improvement in the cycling capital

Ghent’s cycling story is one of rapid transformation and bold civic action—a city that
doubled its cycling rate in just seven years despite a history of automobiles and
political resistance. Join us for an interactive ride that unveils how citizen activism,
courageous policies, and investment reshaped Ghent’s urban mobility. Ride with us
to explore the urban fabric of this Flemish city, its cycling infrastructure successes
and ongoing improvements, and gain insight into what it takes to create a
cycle-friendly urban environment.

Who is this bike tour for?

This tour is perfect for anyone curious about urban cycling and sustainable city
transformation. Whether you are a city official, university student, or tourist, you’ll
gain compelling insights into Ghent’s journey and learn practical lessons for cycling
advocacy and infrastructure planning.

Are you a group or are there no available times on the dates you want? Please email [email protected] and we will work with you to find a solution.

How does the bike tour work?

The tour lasts 90 minutes and runs several days a week from January to September
2026, hosting small groups of up to 5 riders. The tour starts at Sint-Pieters Station.
Participants must arrange their own bicycles; rental options are available nearby,
including Blue Bike and Fietsambassade bicycle services.

Meet Your Guide

Ethan Crossman

Currently a student of Urban Planning at the University of Ghent and originally holding a bachelor’s degree in Geography and Linguistics from the University of New Hampshire, your guide has been exploring Ghent by bicycle since moving to the city in July 2025.
While still new to professional practice, he brings a genuine, daily-life perspective on cycling, shaped by real experiences navigating and getting to know Ghent’s campus and streets. His background includes a GIS internship auditing
bicycle parking to make cycling more convenient for students. He’s excited to share how everyday cycling in Ghent feels for new arrivals and curious locals alike.

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