Hello and thanks for checking out our post that will discuss everything we know about biking in Helsinki. If you are looking to buy a new bike, for trails to explore, or want to learn about motorcycling in your area this blog should give you a clearer understanding of what is available.
The best bicycle shops near you will get us going because they should help more of you out than any other topic we are getting into. These stores should sell all kinds of standard pedal and electric bikes in addition to helmets and other gear that you may be after.
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The best off-road and paved bike trails in Helsinki will also get a mention for anyone who is ready to get some exercise right now. As things move forward we will pivot more towards where to buy motorcycles and scooters as well as some local parts, gear, rental, and repair shops.
Expect to find a map for the area that can help you figure out which spot is closest to your current location, and anyone is interested can look through all of our posts on the region right there.
Best Bike Shops In Helsinki
If you want to buy a new bike near you, get a helmet, or need some repairs done one of these stores should be able to handle any of the above:
- Classic Bike at Toivonkatu 1
- Bicyclean Helsinki at Luotsikatu 14
- Pelago Bicycles at Kalevankatu 32
- Fillarikellari at Lönnrotin puistikko 5
- Velobia Bike Co. Oy at Hämeentie 150
Monday through Friday, 10am–6pm, and Saturday, 10am–3pm are the hours of operation for Classic Bike. They provide bikes for all ages, electric bikes, and a variety of racks and accessories. Their mechanics provide bike maintenance and repair.
Electric bikes and bicycles for every age group, as well as a variety of accessories, are available at Bicyclean Helsinki. Their mechanics provide all types of bike services and maintenance for bikes. Additionally, they offer rental services and sell pre-owned bicycles.
On Tuesday through Friday from 11am to 6pm and on Saturday from 11am to 3pm, Pelago Bicycles is open. They assemble bikes as well as have all the necessary accessories and racks. Their mechanics provide a wide range of bicycle services.
The hours of operation for Fillarikellari are Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm and on Saturday from 10am to 3pm. They have bikes for all ages, electric bikes, and accessories of every description. Their mechanics provide bike maintenance and all other kinds of bike services.
Veliba Bicycle Co. Oy is open every day of the week from 11am to 6pm and on Saturday from 11am to 2pm They provide bikes for all ages, electric bikes, and racks and accessories for every style of bike. Their mechanics provide all types of bike services and maintenance for bikes.
Best Local Bike Trails
These Helsinki bike trails are great places to go cycling around the region:
- Via Finlandia
- Reitti 2000: Martinlaakso – Laakso
- Pohjoisbaana
- Viikinranta to Pitkäkosk
- Baana
- Hangon pyöräeitti
- Banvallen
8.3 miles in length, Via Finlandia is a mountain trail that connects two points.
Reitti 2000: The 9.1-mile point-to-point route between Martinlaakso and Laakso has a paved trail.
The 1-mile point-to-point Pohjoisbaana path is paved and has a trail.
7.7 miles and moderate traffic are needed to travel from Viikinranta to Pitkäkoski.
Baana is a roughly 1.3-mile route.
The distance of Hangon Pyöräeitti is 12.3 miles one way.
The paved Banvallen trail is 12.1 miles long and connected to the Risvedenturen trail.
Motorcycle & Repair Shops In Your Area
Visit a motorcycle shop when you need to buy a new one, are trying to find new parts and gear, or are searching for a high quality mechanic to do repairs:
- Honda Motor at Hiomotie 6 B
- Autoracing at Ohrahuhdantie 9
Honda Motor has scooter and dirt bikes at their store.
Autoracing is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. They carry a wide variety of motorbike accessories and parts. At their store, they also stock motorcycle locks.
By the way we have also covered:
- Everything About Cycling in Saint Petersburg
- Everything About Cycling in Stockholm
- Everything About Cycling in Copenhagen
- Everything About Cycling in Oslo
Have Fun Cycling In Helsinki
That is all we have for now but we plan to update this often. All of those local bike shops, trails, and places to buy motorcycles or get repairs done near you are ready whenever you need them.
Feel free to use the comments to let us know if we got anything incorrect or to share any tips or tricks you might have on what is available in the region. Now go have fun buying a new bike or motorcycle at a shop or cruising around one of the trails in your area.
