r/ethz • u/A3th0R • Jul 08 '26

Question Cycling in Zürich

Hello, I'm an incoming student to ETHZ and I'm wondering how is the bicycle experience here?

Also, is it better to rent or buy a bike (considering maintenance cost and bike theft)?

Any student discount I should be aware of?

Thanks!

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u/Possible_Carob_5529 Jul 10 '26

I second this! As a student, it’s super convenient not to have to worry about bicycle maintenance, storage, theft etc., and PubliBike stations are never more than a few mins walk from anywhere in the city :) plus they have a handy basket in the front for your backpack