This is one of the first images that come to your mind when you think of Amsterdam.
Did you know that we, Amsterdammers, regularly experience these typical situations when cycling through the city?
- Bridges lifting up — when bigger boats cruise through the city. An obstacle on our way, that lasts much longer than a traffic light.
- Bridges being sprayed with water— to prevent the damage and expansion of the material due to heat in summer.
- 3 or more people on one bike — that’s efficiency the Dutch way
- Cyclists with no helmet — I know this might seem crazy, but we don’t wear any!
These are some of the daily scenes that make the city even more charming.
A heaven for bikes, tourists and locals alike!