Do I need to download an app for the tour?

No app download is required; the tour works via a web-based smartphone guide accessible with the included phone holder.

Where do I pick up and return the bike?

Bikes are picked up and returned at Yellow Bike, Nieuwezijds Kolk 29, 1012 PV Amsterdam.

Are the ferry rides included?

Yes, the ferry rides across the IJ River are free and part of your tour experience.

Can I customize the length of the ride?

Absolutely—renting the bike for up to 4 hours lets you tailor your trip duration.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, the route is designed for confident cyclists comfortable riding in urban environments.

Are there places to eat along the route?

Several lunch spots and cafés are on the route, perfect for meal or coffee breaks.

Cycle Amsterdam Noord Adventures with Yellow Bike | Bike Tour | City Tour

Amsterdam Noord offers a striking contrast to the busy canal-lined streets of central Amsterdam, revealing a district where industrial past meets burgeoning creativity. Yellow Bike’s Noord: smartphone tour met fietshuur invites cyclists to saddle up for a self-guided ride through this dynamic neighborhood, starting right from their shop at Nieuwezijds Kolk 29.

This trip unlocks more than four hours of cycling freedom, accompanied by a smartphone-guided tour that requires no app download—just your curiosity and phone holder included with the bike rental. Riders kick off the adventure with two short, free ferry rides across the IJ River, where the wind carries the refreshing chill of waterways and city life mingles with gritty docks.

Once on the northern bank, cyclists are drawn to a mosaic of creative spaces, quirky boutiques, and museums tucked into repurposed warehouses. Along the way, the route offers dramatic views of Amsterdam’s iconic skyline, visible from green pockets and berth-side promenades.

History comes alive here, too. The tour passes sites linked to WWII’s largest bombardment in Amsterdam and the very spots Rembrandt once visited—adding a somber depth beneath the vibrant street art that adorns the famed NDSM-werf shipyard, the tour’s finale. Graffiti portraits of Anne Frank and local heroes stand as visual reminders of the area’s complex story.

The ride offers ample opportunities to pause for coffee or lunch at local favorites, while small shops showcase regional products and vintage treasures. Ideal for confident cyclists seeking an authentic city escape, this Yellow Bike experience provides all the tools needed to navigate Amsterdam Noord’s evolving spirit under your own steam. It’s a standout way to see an Amsterdam neighborhood that many visitors never reach but is essential for understanding the city’s full character.

Whether on a quick urban break or longer stay, this tour blends fresh air, culture, and history into one accessible adventure just minutes from Amsterdam’s center.