Mary Shaw, August 2015
We’ve cycle-toured in several areas that have networks of bike-friendly lodging. The benefit it brings to bicyclists is that we’re sure we’ll be welcome and we’ll have safe storage, tools, and other support. The benefit to the proprietors is visibility to cycle tourists.
A description of several existing Bed and Bike sites Bike-friendly-compare<
Comparison of B&Bs, Hotels, etc. All features are required
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Bienvenue cyclistes |
Bett + Bike |
Accueil Vélo |
Flanders Bed & Bike |
Fietsers Welkom! |
Welcome Bicyclists NY |
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Bike storage |
Covered, locked bike storage at night |
Bicycles are securely stored |
Safe, secure bike storage |
Secured bike shed |
Safe bike parking |
Covered, locked storage |
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Bike cleaning |
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Hose, buckets, etc |
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Tools |
Pump and tools for minor repairs |
Tools available for simple repairs; |
Basic repair kit and tools |
Bicycle repair kit |
Pump, tire repair, first-aid kit |
Pump and tools for minor repairs |
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Food |
If restaurant service, cyclist |
In the morning a hearty breakfast will |
Breakfasts geared for cyclists |
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Fill up water bottle |
Breakfast with cyclist nutrition, generous |
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Information |
Information about local bike shops, |
Information about regional bike trails |
Advice on local bike routes. Weather |
Cycle maps |
Cycle maps |
Information about local bike services |
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One night? |
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OK to stay only one night |
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One night ok |
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Drying room, laundry |
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It is possible to dry wet clothing and |
Laundry facilities & clothes |
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Muddy bikers welcome |
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Luggage transfer |
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Provide or arrange luggage transfer |
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Bike rental |
Information about bike rental |
<see additional services > |
Bike rental on site or via local partner |
Bicycle hire |
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Additional services |
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At least two of: – Public transport info – Shuttle service – Bikes for rent – Bike day trips – Luggage transfer along route – Overnight reservation – Replacement parts – Information re next lodging on route – Packed lunch – Guestbook for cyclists |
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Charge electric bikes |
No smoking rooms |
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Comparison of campsites. All features are required
The certification is awarded to businesses/organizations, so
evidently water, shower, rest rooms are simply assumed.
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Feature |
Bienvenue cyclistes |
Bett + Bike |
Others (camping not listed |
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Availability |
Camping space without reservation if |
Separate tent site not accessible by |
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Campsite |
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Flat grass lawn to pitch tent; not |
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Bike Storage |
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Bike racks at tent site or within |
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Food |
Sheltered location to eat in bad |
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Drying area |
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It is possible to dry wet clothing and |
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Tools |
Pump and tools for minor repairs |
Tools are available for simple |
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Information |
Information about local bike shops, |
Information about regional bike trails |
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Additional services |
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At least two of: – Roofed storage or secured room – Table and seats at tent site – Place for guests to cook; supplies – Routes to tent area are well lit – Information about other – Rental tents/campers/etc – Bikes for rent |
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