Utrechters love cycling, but the space in the city is limited. That is why it is important to adhere to the bicycle parking rules of the City of Utrecht. Complying with the rules prevents the municipality from taking away your Swapfiets.
How do I park my bicycle?
Utrecht has strict rules when it comes to parking your bicycle.
- Always place the bicycle in a designated bicycle zone or rack. Take extra care when you park near train stations, nightlife areas such as 'de Neude'
- Always lock your bike with the double lock. This prevents bicycle theft and possibly a surcharge if the bicycle was locked with just one lock.
What happens if I don’t park my bicycle the correct way in Utrecht?
If you don’t park your Swapfiets in the right way then the Utrecht municipality might remove your bicycle. Your bike will end up at the bicycle depot ('Fietsdepot'). In this case, additional costs apply.
How will I get my bicycle back from the bicycle depot in Utrecht?
If your Swapfiets nevertheless ends up in the depot, we will of course be happy to help you to retrieve your bicycle.
- We will inform you that your Swapfiets is located at the bicycle depot by email.
- You get the choice to pick up the bike yourself: openings times.
- You can also choose to pick up your Swapfiets at the Swapfiets store, but this entails extra costs.
Options and associated costs for a removed Swapfiets are:
- Pick up your Swapfiets yourself at the bicycle depot: €25,00
- Pick up from the Swapfiets store: €60,00