Shared bikes in Prague are a great way to move around the city. Using bikesharing is fast, cheap, and good for your health. However, you must follow the new rules from January 2026.
Where can I park shared bikes?
In the past, people left bikes everywhere. Now, you must park shared bikes only in “parking islands.” These are special areas marked in the mobile app or on the ground. If you park in the wrong place, the bikesharing company will give you a fine (an extra fee).
How to Start Your Ride
It is very easy to start using shared bikes in Prague:
- Download an app: Use Rekola or Nextbike (these are the main apps for bikesharing).
- Register: Create an account and add your payment card.
- Find a bike: Use the map in the app to find shared bikes near you.
- Unlock it: Scan the QR code on the handlebar or the back lock.
- Check your bike: Make sure the brakes and lights work before you go.
Safety Rules for Bikesharing
- No sidewalks: You must ride on the road or in bike lanes. It is illegal to ride on the sidewalk.
- One person only: Only one person can ride the bike at a time.
- Alcohol: Do not drink alcohol before you ride. The police can check you.
- Pedestrian crossings: If you see a zebra crossing, you must get off the bike and walk.
- Note: You do not need a helmet by law, but it is much safer to wear one when using bikesharing.
Costs and Payment for Shared Bikes in Prague
Most bikesharing companies have a simple price system:
- Unlock fee: Usually between 0 CZK and 10 CZK.
- Price per minute: Usually around 4 CZK to 6 CZK.
- Lítačka Benefit: If you have a Prague transit pass (Lítačka), you get 15 minutes for free (twice a day).
- Subscriptions: If you use shared bikes every day, buy a monthly pass in the app to save money.
Free Rides with “Lítačka”
Do you have a monthly or yearly pass for Prague public transport? If yes, you have a great benefit for shared bikes in Prague!
- You get two free rides every day.
- Each ride can be up to 15 minutes long.
- You must link your Lítačka account to the bikesharing app (Nextbike or Rekola).
Click here for more information about useful apps for tourists in Prague.
Tips for a Great Trip using Shared Bikes in Prague
- Avoid Cobblestones: Old streets with small stones are very bumpy and uncomfortable for shared bikes.
- Ride by the River: The paths along the Vltava river are flat and very beautiful for a bikesharing trip.
- Check the Weather: Prague streets can be slippery when it rains.
- Park Properly: Always double-check that your ride has ended in the app so you don’t get a surprise bill.
Using shared bikes in Prague is simple, eco-friendly, and a great way to discover the city!
