Frequently Asked Questions About Cycling in Czech Republic

Within the Czech Republic, trainYes. Bikes can be transported on most trains and metro services (not on buses).
If you are travelling with a bike, you will need:

A ticket for yourself
A separate ticket (reservation) for the bike

Bikes travel in one piece and are placed in a specially marked bike section of the train — no boxing required.
Booking within the Czech RepublicTickets can usually be purchased at the station or even on the train.
However, we recommend booking in advance during busy periods.
International routes (Dresden, Vienna, etc.)For international trains, especially when travelling with a bike, we strongly recommend booking in advance. Bike spaces are limited and often sell out.
Tickets can be booked via:

Czech Republic – www.cd.cz / www.idos.cz
Germany – www.bahn.com
Austria – www.oebb.at

We are happy to assist with booking your train tickets before your arrival. tickets can usually be purchased easily at the train station or even directly on the train.
However, for international trains (for example to or from Dresden or Vienna) — especially if you are travelling with a bicycle — we strongly recommend booking in advance. Spaces for bikes on international trains are limited and often sell out.
Bike reservations for international routes usually need to be arranged at a train station. We can assist with booking these tickets for you from Prague — just let us know in advance.
If you are travelling without a bike, it is perfectly fine to book your tickets online.

Is it cheaper to book a train back to Prague on-line? Do you know how we do booking for bikes? Is this difficult? Is it likely to be full? Do the bikes go on in one piece i.e. not boxed up?

You can take direct train from Dresden, Vienne, Lednice, Cesky Krumlov to Prague. If you are travelling with bikes you will need a ticket for yourself and for the bike. Bikes go in one piece and you just need to put it in the special marked section of the train.

We highly recommend booking the tickets in advance! The spaces for bikes on international trains are limited.
We can assist in ticket purchase.

While theft insurance is not mandatory, we highly recommend it to minimize risks.
Cost
Theft and damage insurance ranges from €4 to €14, depending on the type of bike. It applies only to thefts occurring during the daytime (7 AM - 8 PM) and covers not non-intentional damage to the bike, including manufacturer defects.

In Case of Damage
If your rental bike is not intentionally damaged or not functioning properly, you must call us for assistance.

Without insurance:

You are responsible for covering the cost of our mechanic’s trip within the Prague area to repair or replace the bike, as well as any damages caused during the rental time.
If you're outside Prague, you may visit a local bike repair shop for assistance or attempt to repair the bike yourself.
If a manufacturer or material defect occurs, you will not be charged for the repair, but you must return the bike to our shop using a taxi or our delivery service.

With insurance:

If the bike is damaged, we will replace it.
If the bike breaks down or has a manufacturer or material defect, we will fix it or provide a replacement.
For repairs outside Prague, you must visit a local bike repair shop or attempt repairs yourself. We will reimburse expenses for fixing the bike or replacing parts, provided you submit valid receipts.

What the Insurance Covers
✅ Damage to the bike during regular use
✅ Manufacturer or material defects
✅ Lock defects
✅ Expenses for damages incurred for bike repairs during the trip
✅ Roadside emergency service in Prague’s area
🚫 Insurance does NOT cover damage or accidents caused by:
❌ Violating traffic rules
❌ Improper parking
❌ Riding under the influence of illegal substances
❌ Accidents caused by the rider (In such cases, you must use your personal or travel insurance to cover the costs.)

Nighttime Storage
From 8 PM to 7 AM, all bikes must be stored in a secure location such as:
🏠 A house
🏨 A hotel garage
🅿️ A parking lot or storage room

🚫 Theft insurance does NOT cover bikes left outside overnight (e.g., on the street or in open spaces).
🔒 Bikes must be properly locked through the frame and back wheel to an immovable object (e.g., bike stand, pole, or fence), ensuring they do not block any entrance or path.

In Case of Theft
If your rental bike is stolen, you must report the theft to the police. The police report must clearly state that:
1️⃣ The bike was properly locked
2️⃣ The lock was cut

Without insurance:
🚲 You will be liable to pay the full replacement value of the bicycle, ranging from €200 to €1,400, depending on the bike type.

With insurance:
💰 A retention fee will apply, ranging from €40 to €140, depending on the bike type.
🚨 Important: A valid police report is required to prove the bike was locked and stolen. Otherwise, legal consequences may apply, as damages exceeding €200 can be considered a criminal offense under local law.