LONG TERM BIKE-Cycle RENTAL
Updated: Sep 21
LONG-TERM BIKE RENTAL (From ZTP Cycle /Bicycle Rental Service) by Govt. Krakow
The Public Transport Authority in Krakow decided to establish a long-term bicycle rental service. The long-term bicycle rental currently includes 1,000 bicycles ( 500 traditional bicycles and 500 electric bicycles ). In the following years, if the long-term rental formula proves successful, its further development is planned.
Registration Form:
Price list
The price list of the LajkBike long-term bicycle rental was adopted by resolution No. CVI/2876/23 of the Krakow City Council of March 8, 2023 on determining the amount of fees for the use of the municipal long-term bicycle rental in 2023-2024 ( link to the resolution on BIP ).
The rate for a monthly rental of a traditional bicycle in the system is PLN 29.
Electric bikes can be rented in a version with a monthly mileage limit for PLN 79 and in an unlimited version for PLN 499 . The second, much higher rate is addressed to people who intend to use the bike for longer daily journeys and plan to cover more than 900 km per month . Due to the increased maintenance costs, the costs of renting bicycles in this case were also set at a much higher level.
A payment processing fee is added to online payments. Fees for payments from January 2, 2024. will be borne by the User.
At the time of renting the bicycle, the user will be obliged to pay a refundable deposit, the value of which is PLN 100 for a regular bicycle and PLN 500 for a bicycle with electric support (regardless of the type of subscription) .
Kraków Cycling Rules for Minors
• Licensing Exemption: In Poland, residents aged 10 to 18 must pass an exam and carry a state-issued bicycle card (Karta Rowerowa) to cycle on public roads.
• Mandatory Helmet Law (2026 Update): As of June 3, 2026, Polish law strictly mandates that all children under the age of 16 must wear a helmet while using a bicycle. Guardians, not the minors, are held legally and financially responsible for enforcing this rule.
• Mandatory Bicycle Equipment: Bicycles must be fitted with specific safety gear. If renting, verify these are attached:
o At least one front white or yellow light (continuous or flashing).
o At least one rear red light (continuous or flashing) and one red non-triangular rear reflector.
o At least one functional brake.
o A bell or similar warning device.
In Kraków, minors aged 10-18 need a Bicycle Card to ride on public roads. From June 3, 2026, under-16s must wear helmets, with guardians responsible for compliance. Bikes must have a front white/yellow light, a rear red light and reflector, functional brakes, and a bell. Under-10s are pedestrians, must ride on sidewalks, and be supervised. Ages 10-17 ride on bike paths or road edges with a Bicycle Card. Under-7s cannot be on roads or tracks without adult supervision. Fines for first offenses range from 50 to 500 PLN.
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