For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Dutch cyclist Fabio Jakobsen is seriously ill in hospital in Poland after a major crash a few metres before the finish of the 1st stage of the 2020 Tour de Pologne.

Photos © Holland-Cycling.comNo, you are not allowed to cycle on the pavement or through pedestrian areas - although many Dutch cyclists ignore this rule. What to do and what not to do when riding a bicycle in The Netherlands- these are big, important questions. For cyclists who don't want to explore the Netherlands on their own, there are different tour operators that offer a wide variety of It is possible to take bicycles on trains, aircraft and ferries.
Not adhering to one of these can result in a fine… If you don't have lights on at an appropriate time (which is at the descretion of the Dutch plod) you're in for a fine. In many locations more direct cycle routes exist which bypass traffic signals, allowing cyclists to make more efficient journeys than motorists. "We aren't cyclists, we're just Dutch," comes the response. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. At traffic lights with the Yes, you are allowed to cycle two abreast. Folding bicycles can be taken more easily than other types as regular bicycles must be placed in designated areas. Most city councils enforce the parking of bicycles in their jurisdictions by regularly removing any bicycles that are not placed in the bike stands. When I think of this country and the legions of busybodies who think that they are entitled to interfere (Helmets etc.)

Ferries are commonplace in the Netherlands for crossing both rivers and canals, including numerous It is possible to take bicycles by air, but the airline's procedures must be followed to pack the bicycle and possibly dismantle it. With more than 25 million bicycles in the Netherlands and 1,2 million new ones sold every year, this country is considered a cyclist’s heaven. Besides the history and social movements, there is no single reason as to why cycling remains so popular in the Netherlands: many bicycle friendly factors reinforce each other: Left: road sign for a compulsory cycle path. While other countries are starting to follow the examples of Dutch law, for example on soft drugs and gay marriage, they were quite an unbelievable advancement at the time, the most notable being when the Netherlands became the … Other traffic users have to be able to hear it at a distance of 25 metres. I use bells and have tried horns, but on shared use paths when approaching someone from behind, I usually just cycle slowly and say a cheerful "Good Morning/Afternoon".I once rode a B'Twin low frame Elops 900E - read my review of it here http://www.pedelecs.co.uk/forum/threads/btwin-elops-900e-low-frame-dutch-bike-600km-and-loving-it-%C2%A3999-but-%C2%A362-tyre-upgrade-recommended.30435/ This means that for speed pedelecs the rules and regulations for mopeds apply. Photo: AP Photo/Tomasz Markowski via ANPDutch cyclist Fabio Jakobsen is seriously ill in hospital in Poland after a major crash a few metres before the finish of the 1st stage of the 2020 Tour de Pologne.Jakobsen is said by some sources to be fighting for his life following the crash, in which fellow Dutchman Dylan Groenewegen deviated from his line and forced Jakobsen into the barriers.Patrick Lefevere, the manager of cycling team Deeuninck-QuickStep, which Jakobsen belongs too, has refused to accept Groenewegen’s apologies, describing the incident as ‘murderous attack’ and saying he will go to court about it.According to the Telegraaf, Jakobsen, 23, underwent a five hour operation on Wednesday evening and is being kept in an artificial coma. For more information, check out the Bike Instructor's guide to safe cycling in Amsterdam, the City of Amsterdam's bike parking guidelines, or MacBike's free multi-lingual leaflet on how to cycle safely. This is against the law and they risk a fine.No, a helmet is not compulsory for cyclists. This isn't strictly the case - the Dutch police are very firm on several aspects of cycling, particularly wearing lights. Please give your These are usually bidirectional. Bike lanes are usually surfaced with red or black asphalt. Therefore, while drivers wishing to cross the town may have to take a lengthy detour via a Other cycle routes work similarly.
If cycling side by side hinders traffic, you must cycle in single file. If you go cycling in Holland, it's important that you're aware of the legal requirements for your bicycle and the traffic regulations for cyclists. When a cycle lane is present on a road, cyclists are obliged to use it. It’s illegal to go into a coffee shop if you’re under 18. and of course feel a warm glow of 'Do gooderishness' NOS news broadcast, You must log in or register to reply here. Cycle paths are made where possible, and cycle lanes otherwise. Schutijser., (2015). Make sure you know the Dutch traffic rules and regulations for cyclists.