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Water bikes for rent in Bilbao, a great option to get to know the capital of Biscay.
The water bikes in Bilbao are not available, as an alternative we offer you the water bike tours in Getxo. The water bikes in Bilbao, also known as water bikes or nautical bicycles, represent the latest transport to reach the estuary of Bilbao. A sustainable and attractive vehicle, which helps us to know the city in a different and fun way. These bicycles have generated great expectation in Bilbao, not surprisingly. It is an innovative and environmentally friendly means of transport that is called to occupy the aquatic spaces of the big cities of the future. In this aspect, the rental of water bikes in Bilbao allows us to enjoy the city as never before. And the fact is that, if so far we recommended you to ride along the banks of the Bilbao estuary to discover the most emblematic areas of the city, today we propose another option: to know Bilbao sailing by bike along the estuary. It does not sound bad, does it? This transport invites both Bilbao citizens and all the people who visit us to know the capital of Bizkaia from the estuary, the main artery of the city. In our case, we have been lucky enough to try them in first person during a 2-hour tour. A great experience. An activity to recommend. What’s more, we liked them so much that we have decided to add them to our booking center. Do you dare to enjoy this amazing experience? 
Information about water bikes in Bilbao.
- Online reservations: Not available.
- Quotes and reservations: Here.
- Prices: From 18€ to 35€.
- Duration: From 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Location: Bilbao.
The rental of water bikes in the estuary of Bilbao, is one of the most striking experiences that we currently find in the capital of Bizkaia. Witness to this are all those who came to the railing of the estuary to photograph these curious water bikes. In any case, we must confess that pedaling in the water is a totally different experience from the one we have on the asphalt. The sensation, the route and the journey have nothing to do with that of conventional bicycles. The behavior of the bike in water changes completely. 
Water bicycles.
These water bikes have been designed and manufactured in the United States by the Schiller brand, but their great performance and reliability has catapulted them to conquer half the world. This is how these water bikes reached Bilbao.
The water bike that we present today is designed to explore all kinds of aquatic spaces, from rivers and lakes to seas and oceans. All this without disturbing the habitat of the marine species that live in them. In our case, the Bilbao estuary is a perfect setting for this type of maritime transport. And it is that the tranquility that offers us the estuary of Bilbao during practically the whole year allows us to sail with total comfort from Deusto to the Old Helmet.
The model that they put to our disposition in Bilbao is the Schiller S1-C Water Bike, undoubtedly the most advanced water bicycle of the moment. Silent and sustainable, this water bike gives us a great aquatic experience. Constructed in aluminum body and high quality stainless steel, these bikes are similar in virtually every way to their land-based cousins. The only difference is in its base, where the wheels disappear to give way to a base that emulates that of a catamaran. If you like cycling and want to enjoy it in a different way, we recommend you to get on one of these impressive water bikes to enjoy cycling in a different environment. Do you dare to change the asphalt for water? 
Water bike route in Bilbao.
The routes on these water bikes allow us to know Bilbao from a totally different perspective. A unique experience, which encourages us to trace a personalized route through any of the sections of the estuary of Bilbao. In this sense, we must confess that we were tempted to take a route along the island of Zorrotzaurre, but as you can see in the photographs of this article, we opted to go up the estuary to the San Antón Bridge. Here are some of the most striking places we found on our way:
- Zorrotzaurre Island.
- Athletic Club Stadium, San Mames.
- Carola Crane.
- Euskalduna Palace.
- Tiger building.
- University of Deusto.
- Guggenheim Museum.
- Isozaki Towers.
- Bilbao City Council.
- La Ribera Market.
- San Antón Bridge.
After our bike route along the estuary of Bilbao, we can confirm that it was a very good decision. We loved it. Of course, although the 2-hour route allows us to enjoy a large part of Bilbao from a different perspective, we must point out that it may not be the most appropriate route / duration for people who do not usually ride a bike. In this aspect, we believe that the recommended duration is 1 hour. Enough to go to the Guggenheim Museum and back. 
Opinion about water bikes in Bilbao.
The user experience has been surprising. Better than expected. It is difficult to find a “but” to these water bikes. In fact, once we stopped in front of the Guggenheim Museum, we tried to move the bikes as much as possible to check if there is a possibility of tipping over. The result was incredible, we were unable to make the bike wobble enough to get the feeling that we could fall into the water. In conclusion: These are very stable water bikes. We encourage you to try them and share your opinion with us. 
Reserve water bikes in Bilbao.
If you would like to book your water bike tour in Bilbao online, we recommend you to use our reservation centerIt’s fast, secure and with the best price guaranteed. Thanks to our system, in less than 5 minutes you will have the confirmation of your reservation in your email. It is impossible to be more comfortable. More information and reservations here. Once you have the confirmation in your cell phones, it is not necessary to print it, just indicate the reservation details to the person in charge of the venue. Remember that they usually only have 4 bikes for rent, so we advise you to make your reservation as soon as possible. 
Guided tours with water bikes in Bilbao.
If you want to enjoy the water bikes of Bilbao in the company of a local guide, the best option is to book a guided tour with pintxo pote. An experience that allows us to know Bilbao while we enjoy a nice bike ride along the estuary of Bilbao and taste some of the samples of our gastronomy in miniature. We must remember that in order to make the guided tours there must be a minimum of 5 people signed up. 
- Waterbikes.
- CR and Accident Insurance.
- Auxiliary vessel.
- Life jackets.
- Platform (optional).
- Professional guide with languages.
- Pincho (cold) and typical drink.
- Lunch (menu by arrangement). This option is always subject to advance reservation.
- Approximate duration 3 hours.
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Tips and frequently asked questions about water bikes.
If you have any questions about water bikes in Bilbao, we recommend you to read this section carefully. We understand that since this is a new and innovative service, you may have some doubts when booking your bike route along the estuary of Bilbao. In case you do not find an answer to your questions, we recommend you to use the comment system that you will find at the end of this article, we will try to answer as soon as possible.
- Is it necessary to wear a bathing suit? No. The incredible stability of these water bikes allows us to sail freely without fear of getting wet.
- Is it easy to go up and down? Yes, the fact that they have their own dock makes it much easier to get on and off the bike.
- Do you have a section for our cell phone, wallet and other utensils? Yes. All bicycles have a small bag on the handlebars that allows us to carry our keys, wallet, cell phone and other belongings without fear of dropping them in the water.
- How long does it take to travel from the Bilbao Maritime Museum to the Guggenheim Museum by water bike? 1 hour (30 minutes there and 30 minutes back)
- How long does it take to cover the distance between the Bilbao Maritime Museum and the Ribera Market by water bike? 2 hours (1 hour to go and 1 hour back)
- Is it important to consult the tides? It is recommended. The higher the tide, the better view we will have of the surroundings.
- Is the friction exerted by the bicycle on the water perceptible? Although it exists, we must say that it is minimal, the bike slides very easily through the water.
- How many water bikes are available for rent? Although we usually have 4 bikes in Bilbao, we can offer up to 30 water bikes under reservation.
- How many people can ride each water bike? 1 adult for each bicycle. Optionally you can be accompanied by a minor.
- When can water bikes be rented? Always under reserve.
- What is the minimum age to ride these water bikes? Activity for children over 14 years old.
- Is it easy to fall? No. What’s more, it is very difficult to fall off a water bike. With the swell created by the boats in the Bilbao estuary, the bike wobbles, but soon regains stability.
- Can children ride under the tutelage of an adult? N0.
- We recommend not to make sharp turns.
- Respect the rest of the boats. In case of crossing with a boat, leave the maximum possible distance and place yourself to the right (as if it were a road).
What to see in Bilbao.
As we mentioned in our article on what to see in Bilbao, the capital of Bizkaia offers plenty of places and experiences to enjoy. In this sense, we recommend you to enjoy them at the end of your water bike route along the estuary of Bilbao. If you are up for it, we recommend reading our article 199 things to see in Bilbao, one of the most complete tourist guides that have been published about Bilbao. We must point out that most of the places of interest in Bilbao can be visited from the estuary of Bilbao itself, from the water. 
Other transport in the Bilbao estuary.
These water bikes join the wide variety of transportation available in the city of Bilbao. A list in which we find catamarans, yachts or sailboats among many others. Here are other options to enjoy Bilbao from the estuary and its shores.
- Boat tour of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
Video water bikes in Bilbao.
As usual, we have decided to accompany the text and photographs of this article with a short audiovisual hosted on our YouTube channel. We hope this video will help you to get a more realistic idea of what these water bikes have to offer. In case you like it, we recommend you to subscribe to our YouTube channel, we are sure you will find destinations and experiences that will catch your attention.
As you have been able to see, this is a special, unique experience. A maritime route, that thanks to the latest technology allows us to enjoy Bilbao from a water bike, are you up for it? We have loved it. In case you have any questions or suggestions about these water bikes in Bilbao, we remind you that you can use the comment system that you will find below these lines, we will try to answer as soon as possible. Ondo pasa!
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