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Contra-flow cycling allowed in a one-way street

Much of the route is on dedicated cycle paths, although care is necessary as these are sometimes shared with pedestrians. Use your bell, politely, when approaching pedestrians from behind. In the Netherlands, where there are often cycle paths on both sides of the road, you should use the path on the right. If you do otherwise, you will soon generate frantic gesticulations from on-coming cyclists. Where you are required to cycle on the road there is usually a dedicated cycle lane, often in different coloured asphalt.

Many city and town centres have pedestrian-only zones. In Germany such zones are only loosely enforced and you may find locals cycling within them – indeed many zones have signs allowing cycling. In the Netherlands, such restrictions are rigidly followed and you will receive angry looks and comments if you cycle in pedestrianised areas.

In none of the countries passed through is it compulsory to wear a cycle helmet, although their use is recommended. Modern lightweight helmets with improved ventilation have made wearing them more comfortable.