City Guides

Curated by Veloretti

City Guides

20 February 2025

Exploring a city is best done on the bike. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favourite spots across Amsterdam, Antwerp, Haarlem, The Hague, and Copenhagen. Whether you’re looking for the perfect coffee stop, a buzzing restaurant, or a hidden gem, our City Guides will point you in the right direction. Hop on your bike and explore with us!

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Amsterdam is built for biking. Whether you’re cruising through the leafy streets of Zuid or booming Noord, there’s no better way to get around. These are our go-to spots in the city:

• Bennies – All-day breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Bar Dancing Multipla – For late-night dancing
• Wakuli – Great specialty coffee
• Coffee District – Espresso excellence
• Local Deli – Tasty lunch & deli finds

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• Kometen Brood Café – Cozy spot for coffee & bites
• Barracuda – A seafood lover’s dream
• No Yusu – Coffee with excellent sweets
• Metro – A vibey place for food & drinks
• Pllek – Waterfront dining & chill vibes
• Bacalar – Mexican flavours done right

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A charming city with cobbled streets and a buzzing food scene, Haarlem is best explored by bike. Here’s where to stop along the way:

• Jules – Coffee & treats done right
• Broekhof – A top-notch butcher & deli
• De Dakkas – Rooftop drinks & dining

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• Garonne – The best ice cream in town
• Mica Coffee Bar – Specialty coffee & sweets

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Often called the cycling capital, Copenhagen is really inviting and easy to get around by bike. Here’s where to take a break:

• Orsa – Coffee & sweet indulgence
• Bageriet – The bakery to beat
• Brus – A buzzing café with craft drinks

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• Tekla – Chic shopping spot
• Anderssen & Maillard – Top-tier coffee & treats

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Antwerp blends historic charm with a flawless sense of style. Since the city centre is calm and compact, cycling is the best way to experience it all. Check out these top spots:

• NN07 – Sleek Scandinavian fashion
• Tinsel – Coffee worth the ride
• Lemonate – Boutique shopping paradise
• Andy – Your go-to for great coffee

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• Komono – Get stylish sunglasses
• Funk – Coffee, lunch & drinks
• Amber Bottle Shop – Craft drinks done right

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With its seaside charm and buzzing energy, The Hague is a joy to explore by bike. Here are our top picks:

• Bartine – Coffee, bread & natural wine
• De Zoute Kater – Cozy lunch & dinner
• Single Estate – Pure coffee goodness

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• Piet – The ice cream hotspot
• Pompernikkel – Sweet treats & great coffee
• Bowie – Wine & dining in style