Bike Friends and Hike Friends
If you’re unfortunate enough to have a puncture, or find yourself with an empty water bottle (again!) it’s good to know that there’s a Bike or Hike Friend nearby with just what you need to continue your wonderful outdoor holiday on Fyn.
A bike ride or a hike is wonderful until your water bottle is empty or your bike has a flat tire. But here at our destination, a host of friendly Bike and Hike Friends are ready to assist you on your journey.
With over 200 volunteer Bike and Hike Friends across Fyn, Langeland, and Ærø, you’ll find helpful locals ranging from island residents to shops, attractions, businesses, and accommodations. All of them are eager to ensure you have a fantastic experience and share a common goal of promoting outdoor activities in the area.
During their regular opening hours, they are prepared to assist you with the essentials for your cycling or hiking adventure.
A Bike Friend offers you at least the following services:
- Pumping your bike
- Refilling your water bottle
- Using the toilet or getting information about the nearest toilet
A Hike Friend offers you at least the following services:
- Refilling your water bottle
- Using the toilet or getting information about the nearest toilet
Some Bike and Hike Friends offer additional help, including:
- Loaning repair kits
- Selling new bike tubes
- Providing access to a bike station with tools and a bike stand
- Charging e-bikes
- Selling snacks and refreshments
- Providing access to benches for resting and enjoying your packed lunch
You can recognize the helpful Bike and Hike Friends by the yellow and green Bike and Hike Friends signs along your route or find the nearest Bike or Hike Friend on the map here.
Click on the green bike icons for information about each Bike or Hike Friend.