Discover the city in a unique and sustainable way with our Sip&Cycle bike tours! Using your own smartphone as a guide, you can cycle at your own pace past hidden gems, historical landmarks, and cozy hotspots. Along the way, there’s a recommended stop to relax with a drink. Without time pressure and with the freedom to deviate from the route occasionally, this is the perfect way to explore the city in a relaxed and interactive manner.
This digital bike tour takes you through the historic city center of Leiden, where you will cycle along centuries-old canals, courtyards, and iconic buildings. The unique bike route is 17 km long, easily doable with a city bike, e-bike, or tandem, and takes 1 hour and 15 minutes of net cycling time (excluding stops). After the first quarter of the route, you will stop at Brasserie de Poort, a well-known spot in Leiden. Here, you can enjoy a drink inside the city gate or on the beautiful terrace. Afterward, you leave the city center and follow a breathtaking route showcasing the beauty outside Leiden. The tour ends at Brasserie Buitenhuis by the Valkenburgse Meer, where you can sip your second drink while enjoying a stunning view of the lake.
How much does the Sip&Cycle route cost?
For €7.50 per person, you get the digital bike route and a voucher for 2 drinks at 2 characteristic local restaurants. All easily bookable through our website.
Pick a bike and then select your tour.
Note: You can only download one free map. Make sure to download the South Holland map.
Prefer to go with a guide? On request, we organize custom bike tours through Leiden and the surrounding area. Accompanied by an enthusiastic guide, you will discover the city and its rich history. Leiden’s city center is known for its impressive, centuries-old buildings, each with a unique story.
Looking to rent bikes for a group? We understand that it may not be possible for everyone to visit our location. That’s why we offer a bike delivery service: simply specify your starting location, and we will deliver the bikes! If your tour ends at a different location, we can also pick them up from the endpoint. Call us now to arrange it!
