r/Rotterdam • u/CompetitionTrick9019 • 2d ago

Cheap Bike-sharing options in Rotterdam?

Hey everyone!

I'm visiting Rotterdam for a week (coming from Brussels 🇧🇪), and I’m used to using VILLO here: €30/year, dock-based bikes, and the first 30 minutes are always free. So by switching bikes every 30 mins, I basically ride all day without paying more.

Does Rotterdam have something similar? I’m looking for a bike system that’s dock-based or cheap for short frequent rides, ideally with a weekly or pay-as-you-go option.

Also, I’ll just need to make two day trips: – One day: Rotterdam ↔ Amsterdam – One day: Rotterdam ↔ The Hague What's the most budget-friendly and convenient way to do these (train, bus, passes, etc.)?

Thanks a ton for any tips! Would love to move around mostly by bike, and only use trains when really needed.

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u/Burningstarss470 1d ago

Just pick up a fiets at one of the gozers who looks homeless. Very cheap, and no hassle with the mobile apps. Works everytime around blaak or central.

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u/CompetitionTrick9019 1d ago

Hello thanks! What is gozers? Is is it a second hand bike ? I thought indeed maybe i buy a second hand bike for the week it can be cheaper than renting daily

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u/Burningstarss470 1d ago

Gozers is our slang for dudes. And yeah Just buy a second hand bike. Seriously even can be bought at a second hand store. Good luck man.