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Biking in Helsinki

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5 Jul 11th, 2001 

5 Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful

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best, cheapest and easiest way to get around

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some people like to damage everything

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The city of Helsinki is rather small compared to the much bigger capitals of other European countries, but it is full of wonderful sites and sights and the second best way to get around is to take the number 8 tram. It has not only got the number 8, but it is going around the city in a big 8 and you can even have a guided tour in English without being charged seperately. Do the trip (about one hour) and then start to conquer the city on your own - by bike. You donīt intend to bring a bike? Well, you need not! On 25 stands all around the city you can get a bike. You only have to insert a 10 markka piece into a slot and you can use the bike as long as you want, at least for one day. When you want to get rid of the bike you only have to find another stand, park the bike there and take the coin out of the slot.
But, please, be a little careful with the bike! Last year about half of the bikes were damaged and the company had a lot of troubles to repair or replace them. So, please, help other visitors to enjoy this wonderful little capital as well by not destroying the bike. Thanks and have a nice trip! 

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