Helsinki City Transport leave bikes throughout the city centre each summer.

Summer visitors to Helsinki can explore the city on two wheels thanks to an excellent scheme provided by Helsinki City Transport. Each summer they deposit bikes at various points throughout the city centre. The bikes are free of use following payment of a €2 deposit which is returned upon return of the bike to any of the bike stands.

Helmets can be loaned free of charge from Jugendsali (Helsinki City Information) at Pohjoisesplanadi 19.  

Ten rules to follow when using a citybike.

1.  For a deposit of 2 euros you can get a Citybike from a Citybike stand to your own use whenever you want. Put a 2 euro coin in the coin slot and remove the bike from the stand.

2.  You can use the Citybike anywhere within the permitted area of use (see the Map).

3.  After using the Citybike, return it to a Citybike stand and remove your deposit.

4.  You may only lock a Citybike with a Citybike stand lock. You are not allowed to use your own lock.

5.  If you find an abandoned Citybike, you can earn the 2 euro deposit by returning the bike to a Citybike stand. You can also report an abandoned Citybike to the number 050-559 1999.

6.  Citybikes are intended for common use. Do not steal or damage the Citybike or its stand.

7.  When riding a Citybike, please follow the traffic rules and show courtesy to others.

8.  Always use the cycle path or the roadway, not the sidewalk.

9.  The use of a bicycle helmet is recommended. You can borrow a bicycle helmet from Jugendsali on Pohjoisesplanadi 19.

10. When using a Citybike, you are responsible for it. Take good care of it and the next user will also enjoy riding it.

The use of the bikes is restricted to central Helsinki. Click here to link to the map showing the area and location of bike stands.

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