Discover Tartu from a fresh perspective — on a bicycle, guided by a landscape architect!
This urban cycling tour offers a dynamic and inspiring way to explore the city. We'll ride at a comfortable pace, taking in picturesque streets, hidden gems, and thought-provoking urban spaces. The route includes modern architecture, vibrant street art, green areas, and glimpses into the past, present, and future of Tartu.
The tour lasts 2.5–3 hours with pauses, covering about 8–12 kilometers in total.
The tour is private for group of 2-12 people from age 14.
NB! A bicycle is required: come with your own or rent a public rental bicycle. The public e-bike system is the most convenient way to move arou...
Points forts
3 heures
Proposé en Russe (Русский) & Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
3 heures
Proposé en Russe (Русский) & Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
Bring your own favourite bottle of water bottle. Drinking water tap are around city to fill it.
Guidelines for using the public bike share and tips for safely navigating the city.
Dress for the weather. Layers and a scarf are good if chilly. No need for sporty clothing.
Bicycles are not included. For using public e-bike, you’ll have to make an account, download an app and take a day ticket at: https://ratas.tartu.ee. Note: 1 account = 1 bicycle. Allowed from age 14.
It is illegal to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs while riding a bike.
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
University of Tartu Library
We’ll meet in front of Tartu University’s Library’ (square with fountains).
Retour
Informations importantes
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Des options de transport en commun sont disponibles à proximité
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Déconseillé aux voyageurs souffrant de lésions de la colonne vertébrale
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Adapté à tous les niveaux de condition physique
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There is an additional fee for public bike usage. Please create an account and download the Tartu Smart Bike app before the tour.
Politique d'annulation
Pour un remboursement complet, annulez au moins 24 heures avant l'heure de départ prévue.
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Pour un remboursement complet, vous devez annuler au moins 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience.
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Les délais limites sont basés sur l'heure locale de l'expérience.
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Si vous annulez moins de 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience, le montant que vous avez payé ne sera pas remboursé.
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Cette expérience nécessite un nombre minimum de voyageurs. Si elle est annulée parce que le minimum n'est pas atteint, on vous proposera une autre date/expérience ou un remboursement intégral.
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Toute modification effectuée moins de 24 heures avant l'heure de début de l'expérience ne sera pas acceptée.
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Discover Tartu from a fresh perspective — on a bicycle, guided by a landscape architect!
This urban cycling tour offers a dynamic and inspiring way to explore the city. We'll ride at a comfortable pace, taking in picturesque streets, hidden gems, and thought-provoking urban spaces. The route includes modern architecture, vibrant street art, green areas, and glimpses into the past, present, and future of Tartu.
The tour lasts 2.5–3 hours with pauses, covering about 8–12 kilometers in total.
The tour is private for group of 2-12 people from age 14.
NB! A bicycle is required: come with your own or rent a public rental bicycle. The public e-bike system is the most convenient way to move arou...
Points forts
3 heures
Proposé en Russe (Русский) & Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
3 heures
Proposé en Russe (Русский) & Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
Bring your own favourite bottle of water bottle. Drinking water tap are around city to fill it.
Guidelines for using the public bike share and tips for safely navigating the city.
Dress for the weather. Layers and a scarf are good if chilly. No need for sporty clothing.
Bicycles are not included. For using public e-bike, you’ll have to make an account, download an app and take a day ticket at: https://ratas.tartu.ee. Note: 1 account = 1 bicycle. Allowed from age 14.
It is illegal to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs while riding a bike.
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
University of Tartu Library
We’ll meet in front of Tartu University’s Library’ (square with fountains).
Retour
Itinéraire
1
University of Tartu Library
We'll meet at the front door of the University of Tartu Library.
The guide will introduce how to use the public bikes and go over riding safety guidelines.
NB: Please arrive about 10 minutes early if you've never used the city's public bikes before.
10 minutes
2
Vaksali
Vaksali is a cozy, low-rise neighborhood between the city center and the railway. We’ll see the renovated railway station and square, the Vaksali bridge and tunnels (one of the most Instagrammed spots in Tartu), and a few award-winning public spaces.
15 minutes
3
Aparaaditehas
The Widget Factory is Tartu’s local creative city hub, where art, creative businesses, street events, urban nature, and cozy restaurants meet around a human-scale courtyard. We'll stop here to explore the area. You’ll also have a chance to visit small galleries or the bookstore.
15 minutes
4
Karlova
We’ll cycle through Karlova — a charming, artistic neighborhood full of early 20th-century timber buildings. The area features a mix of old and new architecture, expressive street art, an art school, the legendary rebel bar Barlova, a former urban manor, and peaceful everyday life on narrow streets.
30 minutes
5
Ulejoe Park
From Karlova, we’ll ride to Ülejõe — a newer part of the city with planned modern developments. We'll cross the river twice and pause at Ülejõe and Kesklinna parks to explore urban biodiversity experiments. We’ll rest by the new riverbank platforms and enjoy the view of the city center’s vibrant life.
25 minutes
6
Supilinn
Supilinn (Soup Town) is a picturesque neighborhood of small wooden houses and gardens dating back to the 18th century. Located along the right bank of the river, it has a cozy, artistic countryside feel and is a historically rebellious, yet safe suburb. It is a protected heritage area.
30 minutes
7
Toomemägi
Toomemägi (Toome Hill) is the historical heart of Tartu. We'll cycle around the hill, admire its stunning views, and visit secret spots you won’t find in tourist guidebooks. It's where the story of Tartu began.
10 minutes
8
Tartu Old City
Tartu's Old Town is small but full of charm. We’ll cycle through its unique corners and discover its historical essence.
10 minutes
9
Tartu
(Flexible ending). Depending on the group's energy and interest, we can either extend the tour a bit further or relax at a local café to rest our legs and chat about cities, people, nature, and the urban future.
30 minutes
10
University of Tartu Library
(Return). If needed, we’ll return to the Library. It’s just a few minutes by bike or a 5-minute walk from the Old Town.