Where Everyone Rides a Bike | Leiden & the Dutch Cycling Life 🇳🇱

In the Netherlands, cycling isn’t a hobby — it’s simply how life works. Today I take you along for an everyday ride through Leiden to experience the Dutch cycling life firsthand. We’ll look at how bikes are rented, where they’re parked (including massive bike garages), how they’re locked, and how the infrastructure makes riding feel seamless and safe. Along the way we stop at: Burcht van Leiden The Old Church (Andreaskerk) Katwijk aan Zee Beach, where we dip our toes in the North Sea For those used to long-distance touring, bikepacking, and carefully planning routes, the Netherlands feels almost effortless. Dedicated lanes, intuitive design, and a culture built around two wheels make even a casual ride fascinating. This isn’t an epic adventure. It’s something better — a place where everyone rides a bike. #netherlands #cycling You can also find other cycling videos here: Bikepacking Essentials:    • Bikepacking Items I Would Carry With Me Again  &list=PLDvmfIGlo2FYDApgB-7CaXAVJBBdT298q Traveling With Your Bike:    • Traveling With Your Bike: Tips for Buses, ...  &list=PLDvmfIGlo2FYDApgB-7CaXAVJBBdT298q Cycling Across the US and Canada:    • Bikepacking   Support Me By: Subscribe here:    / @hikebikeandlovelife   Buy me a beer: https://buymeacoffee.com/hikebikeandl... My Favorite Gear: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... LighterPack Gear List: https://lighterpack.com/r/10dhhx Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:46 Burcht van Leiden 00:05:29 The Old Church Andreaskerk 00:05:48 Katwijk aan Zee Beach Disclaimer: In compliance with FTC guidelines: Links on this site may include affiliate links to Amazon and its affiliate sites on which the owner of this website will make a referral commission. #cycling #solofemaletraveler #beginnerbike #femalebikeriderscommunity #over40 #womenover40