Are rental e-Bikes and e-Scooters easily available in Switzerland?

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A traveler is seeking advice on transportation options in Switzerland due to a lung condition that makes walking difficult. They are considering renting a means of transport for sightseeing. Helpful tips about renting electric bikes and e-scooters in Zurich are provided.

Key takeaways:
  • You can easily rent electric bikes and e-scooters in big cities like Zurich.
  • For e-scooters, use apps like Bird or Lime.
  • You can hire bicycles for free using the Zuri-rollt platform, but you'll need to create an account.
  • Consider the Swiss Travel Pass for seamless travel on public transport across the country.
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  • Anonymous
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    83503 posts
    8 November 2024 at 1:22:45 #2123964

    Are the above means of transportation easily available in Switzerland? I thought about renting one to make my sightseeing activity easy because I have a lung condition that causes me to get short of breath when I walk or exercise.

    Thanks a lot.

  • Anna
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    7729 posts
    Reply 1 of 1 • 8 November 2024 at 21:30:10 #2126854

    Hi H&M,

    In big cities like Zurich, you can easily rent electric bikes and e-scooters to get around. For e-scooters, the common Apps are Bird or Lime.  You can hire bicycles for free on the Zuri-rollt platform. You would need to register and create an account to use these services.

    You can find similar information on how to get around in Zurich here: https://www.myswissalps.com/town/zurich/

    Hope this helps.

    regards,

    Anna

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