The Important Things You Need To Know When Exploring Valencia Spain By Bike

In this episode, we’re talking about the bike lanes, the rules, the etiquette, what to do when there are no bike lanes, what to do when there are people, how to park your bike, and what the pros and cons are. But before that, if you are curious about traveling to Europe, especially Spain, and would love to know more about it let us show you around!  Subscribe if you’re on Youtube, like us on Facebook, and listen to us anywhere podcasts can be downloaded.  ▶️ Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/EverythingIsBoffo ▶️Topics we covered Bike rental: * Valencia’s city bike rental program is called Valenbisi.  Private Bike Rental - In Valencia, there are a lot of bike rental shops where you can rent a bike for a few hours to a few days.     Bike lanes explained: * Bike paths can either be a separate lane on the “normal” street, usually color red, or a painted bike lane on the sidewalk. * The cycle paths (including the Turia) are narrow and almost always two-way (also in the Turia Park). So be aware and try to cycle in one line, don’t bike side to side * Ciclocalles are special bicycle streets where you share the road with cars. * If there are no red bike paths or bicycle streets. Then always cycle on the right lane, unless this is a bus lane.  * Map apps will show you two different routes when using public vs private bikes Bike rules: * You cannot use headphones or a cellphone while on your bike at any time. The use of headphones/ears or a mobile phone on a bicycle is prohibited!  * The maximum speed allowed on a bike lane is 15 km/h (9 miles/hr) (if it is a bike lane on the sidewalk) or 20 km/h (12 miles/hr) (if it is a dedicated lane on the road). * You must be visible at all times, so at night you must use approved lights at the front and rear of the bike.  * It is illegal to cycle on the pavement, the bus/taxi track (EMT) or cycling in tunnels. * Children under the age of 16 must wear a helmet.  * Children under 7 (or until they physically fit, generally around 20kg) must travel on a child bike seat, and the bike must be driven by someone over the age of 18. * You can carry pets with you on a bike. Biking etiquette: * Using hand signals is key.  * Always be aware of traffic lights and pedestrians are the number one priority.  * Always be on the lookout for pedestrians.  No bike lanes: * If the bicycle path ends you are supposed to cycle on the road. Be careful while doing this because driving on a normal road can be dangerous. * Biking on a bus-exclusive lane is not allowed. You will find these bus-only lanes marked as “EMT” on the road floor.  * When you are biking on the road, you are only allowed to go in the same direction as the rest of the vehicles.  * If you are not going in the right direction on a one-way road, step off your bike and walk with your bike until you are able to reach the correct direction. Pedestrian lanes: * You can only bike in pedestrian areas if the width of the street is more than 3 meters or 10 feet.  * Make sure you leave at least 1.5 meters (5 feet) distance from pedestrians at all times.  * Keep your speed under 10 km/h (6 miles/hr) Parking your bike: * The bikes can only be attached to the designated metal brackets available on the street.  * Parking your bike on the street that is locked to a tree or lamppost is illegal.  * Bikes cannot be attached to another bike and loose on the street.  So, watch the video till the end and let us know your thoughts in the comments.  If you like this video, please SUBSCRIBE and don’t forget to press the bell 🔔, like, comment and share. Stay safe and Love all. 😍 ▶️ Chapter list 00:00  Intro   01:28  Bike Rental   04:13  Bike Lanes   05:29  Bike Rules   06:48  Biking Etiquette   07:14  What to do when there are no bike lanes   08:06  What to do when you're in a pedestrian lane   08:30  Parking your bike   ▶️Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/EverythingIsBoffo ▶️Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingisboffo/ ▶️ My Other Videos:  • The last day of our apartment hunting in Spain: https://youtu.be/wmiKEDUuapc  • Trying out the top tapas restaurant in Barcelona: CiutatComtal🥘: https://youtu.be/Z1VLoqVDK8w  • Best Things To Do and See in Barcelona (Part 1) ✨: https://youtu.be/Jw6D1DqEebY  • Trying to hold back the tears in disbelief: https://youtu.be/XLTyoMgRbUs spain #valencia #spaintravel #retirement #valenciatraveltips #EverythingIsBoffo #valenciatravelvlog #valenciatravelguide #valenciaguide #valenciaguide #valenciatravel #visitvalencia #valenciavlog #valenciatips #valència Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-ea71ad for 40% off for 4 months, and support Living In Spain with Paul & Bea.