Renting bicycles in Swiss cities to explore
A traveler is planning a trip to Switzerland in May, staying in Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt, and Zurich. They want to know about the costs and regulations for hiring a bike in Lucerne and Zurich, comparing it to public transport options. They're particularly focused on whether renting a bike would be cheaper or faster than using public transit.
- If you have a Swiss Travel Pass, public transport is free in these cities making bike rentals less economical.
- Renting a bike is a good option for sightseeing on nice weather days.
- Check local bike rental websites for specific regulations and costs in each city.
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Hello,
I am visiting in May next year and will be staying in Lucerne, Interlaken, Zermatt and Zurich.
What are the regulations and costs for hiring a bike in these cities, especially Lucerne and Zurich? Will it cheaper or faster than using the public transport?
Thanks!
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Hi Enigma,
If you have a Swiss Travel Pass (as you mentioned on another thread) then you travel free on public transit in those cities and most others. http://www.myswissalps.com/sw isstravelpass/validity – so renting a bike for the day won’t be cheaper and I doubt it would be faster.
A nice option if the weather is good for some sightseeing though. Here is some details on bike rentals in Zurich: http://www.zuerich.com/en/vis it/bike-hire-in-zurich
Thanks Lucas.
Yes, I was exploring the bike option for sightseeing. And I see your point about public transport. Will check out the link you shared.
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