Munich: Day-rent rickshaw and explore Munich yourself

Munich’s Coolly® rental turns sightseeing into a shared outing: you pedal a roomy three-wheel electric rickshaw through the city with family or friends. The suggested route links the Old Town, English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and Olympic Park, but you set the pace and choose the stops.

I like the freedom to cover a lot of Munich in one day, and I like the social setup: one person drives while two adults and two children can ride along. The main catch is handling the bike. The rider needs some strength and practice, especially when starting, turning, and managing the weight of passengers.

Key points to know before booking

• Four major Munich sights in one day: The suggested route connects the Old Town, English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and Olympic Park.
• Room for up to five people: One rider and two adult passengers can fit, along with up to two children aged eight or younger.
• Electric help up to 20 km/h: Pedal assist makes the long day manageable, though the rider still does real work.
• A 15-minute practice session matters: Take the instruction seriously, especially if you have never handled a loaded three-wheel bike.
• Private, self-guided freedom: You receive a map and cycling routes, but no guide accompanies you.
• Plan for pickup and a deposit: Collect the Coolly® at the Schleißheimer Street store and bring a €150 refundable deposit.

A Munich day trip built around one unusual bike

This is not a standard guided sightseeing tour. You collect a Coolly® family eBike, learn how to operate it, and then spend eight hours making your own route through Munich.

The vehicle looks and feels like a modern pedicab. It has three wheels, a motor, pedal assist, seat belts, and a maximum speed of 20 km/h. One person rides in front and controls the bike, while two adults sit behind. There is also room for up to two children who are eight or younger.

I see the appeal right away for families and small groups. You can stay together instead of splitting up between several bikes or taxis. It also gives you a relaxed way to connect several parts of Munich in one day.

Still, do not mistake this for a motorized cart that drives itself. The rider pedals, steers, brakes, and manages the weight of the people aboard. Electric assistance helps, but the bike requires attention and some physical effort.

Starting at Schleißheimer Street 181

The rental shop is in the backyard at Schleißheimer Street 181. Go through the barriers and look for the entrance on the right, marked with a green rikschaguide.com and Coolly® sign.

The pickup location is about a 10-minute drive from the English Garden and about two minutes from Olympic Park. You can reach it by taxi, bicycle, or tram N27, getting off at Ackermannstraße. Delivery is not offered, so allow time to reach the store before your 10 AM start.

The rental runs from 10 AM to 6 PM. That gives you a full eight-hour day, but the clock begins when you pick up the bike, not when you reach your first sightseeing stop. If you want to see all four suggested areas, start promptly.

Bring the required €150 deposit. It is returned after the Coolly® comes back in the agreed condition. The rental price is $159 per group of up to three people. Since the charge is by group rather than per rider, the value improves when two or three adults share the vehicle. Families with children can also make good use of the extra seats, though the listed adult capacity remains three adults total.

The 15-minute lesson is more important than it sounds

Before setting off, you receive a 15-minute instruction and driving practice session in English or German. Use the full time. The strongest practical advice is to pay close attention to starting and steering with passengers aboard.

A loaded three-wheel bike behaves differently from an ordinary bicycle. The rider can feel the passengers’ weight through the handlebars, and getting moving from a stop takes some strength. One group found that their arms felt the work after riding with three people, even though everyone had a great time.

I would let the most confident cyclist drive first. The rider should be comfortable with low-speed balance, tight turns, braking, and starting on a loaded bike. You can change riders during the day if your group agrees and the operator permits it, but the supplied information does not specify the rules for switching drivers, so ask during the briefing.

Seat belts add a welcome safety feature, especially with children aboard. The 20 km/h speed limit also keeps the pace gentle. You will not race from sight to sight, but you will have time to look around and enjoy the ride.

Olympic Park gives you an easy first destination

Olympic Park is only about a two-minute drive from the rental shop, making it the natural first stop. Starting here lets you practice on a familiar section of the suggested route before taking on a longer ride across Munich.

The park is one of the city’s major sightseeing areas and is specifically included in the provided day-tour map. Give yourself time to pause, walk around, and take in the broad open setting rather than treating it as a quick photo stop.

The short distance from the shop also helps if you need to return for a question soon after pickup. That convenience matters on a self-guided rental, since there is no guide riding behind you to solve problems on the road.

Nymphenburg Palace adds a palace stop

From Olympic Park, the route includes Nymphenburg Palace. This gives your day a useful change of mood: you move from a modern park complex to one of Munich’s grand historic sights.

The experience does not include a palace guide, admission, or a detailed palace program. You are responsible for deciding how long to stop and what to visit. The map is designed to help you reach the area by bicycle, not to replace a formal palace tour.

That flexibility is useful if your group has mixed interests. You can pause for a look, continue riding, or spend more time there while shortening another stop. Just remember that the day’s distance adds up. The Coolly® can cover about 30 to 55 kilometers in a day, or possibly more depending on riding conditions and your preferences, but time spent at each sight also affects how much ground you can cover.

Munich Old Town works best as a planned stop

Munich’s Old Town is another key point on the suggested route. It is where you can mix sightseeing with food, coffee, and a walk through the city center.

The information provided does not promise a reserved parking space, guided walk, or special access in the Old Town. You are riding independently, so you need to follow local cycling rules and decide where the bike can be left safely and legally. Ask the rental team for current advice before leaving the shop.

The Coolly® is capped at 20 km/h, which suits a sightseeing pace better than a fast commute. In a busy central area, you will want to slow down and stay alert. The bike’s size may also require more care than a normal bicycle when stopping or maneuvering.

The reward is control. You can spend ten minutes in the center or make it the heart of the day. A guided bus tour gives you a fixed schedule. This rental gives you time to linger, but only if you keep an eye on the return deadline.

The English Garden is a natural finish

The English Garden is about a 10-minute drive from the shop and is one of the main highlights included in the route map. It makes a pleasant later stop because the park gives you room to ride at an easy pace and pause between city sights.

A full day that includes the Old Town, Nymphenburg Palace, Olympic Park, and the English Garden is ambitious but possible within the stated range of 30 to 55 kilometers. Your actual distance depends on route choices, stop length, rider changes, and how directly you travel.

The English Garden also shows why this rental is best for people who want a day outdoors rather than a tightly managed sightseeing schedule. You can ride, stop, and continue without waiting for a group. The tradeoff is that you must manage your own time and navigation.

Use the map, phone holder, and charger wisely

The rental includes a Munich city map in German and English with exclusive bicycle routes. A holder for your smartphone and a phone charger are also included, so you can use your own navigation while riding.

That setup is simple but useful. You do not have to hold a phone in one hand, and you can keep the battery topped up during a long day. The map helps you see the larger route, while the phone can handle turn-by-turn directions.

I would review the route before starting. Mark the four main areas, note where you want a meal or rest, and leave enough time to return by 6 PM. Since no guide accompanies you, preparation makes the difference between a relaxed outing and a rushed final hour.

The operator provides route suggestions, not a personal escort. If you want stories, historical explanation, or someone else to handle navigation, choose a guided tour instead.

What the price means for families and small groups

At $159 for a group of up to three people, the rental is not priced like a single bicycle. But that is the wrong comparison. You are paying for a full day with a motorized family bike, battery, route material, instruction, and space for multiple people.

For three adults, the cost works out to about $53 per person before any food or extra admission. For a family with two adults and children, the group price can also be fair, since the children ride without requiring separate bicycles. The value is strongest if you use most of the eight-hour period.

The price is less attractive if you only want a short ride or plan to spend most of the day inside museums and palaces. This is a full-day rental designed for movement. You get the best return by linking several districts and using the Coolly® as your main transportation between them.

There is no tour guide fee because there is no guide. That keeps the arrangement private and flexible, but you give up commentary and local escort service.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this experience to families, couples with friends, and small groups who want to stay together. It also suits people who have already seen Munich’s central sights and want a playful way to connect several areas.

It can work well for a group with an older family member, provided the rider is comfortable handling the bike. One outing included a senior passenger and still made a route through Olympic Park and the English Garden. The rider’s ability matters more than the passenger’s age.

You should think twice if nobody in your group wants to pedal or steer. The motor helps, but this is still an active ride. You should also avoid booking it if you want a fixed guided program, detailed history at each stop, or door-to-door delivery.

Practical tips for a smoother day

• Choose the strongest and most confident cyclist as the first driver.
• Treat the instruction as a real practice session, not a formality.
• Plan the route before leaving, with the 6 PM return time in mind.
• Use the supplied map and phone holder together.
• Keep the €150 deposit ready at pickup.
• Check the children’s ages against the limit of eight years.
• Ask about current bicycle parking advice before riding into the Old Town.
• Pick up early in the 10 AM to 6 PM window so you have the full day.

The provider also offers reserve-now, pay-later booking and free cancellation up to 24 hours before the rental for a full refund. Those terms are helpful if your Munich plans may shift, but check the booking details at the time you reserve.

Should you book the Munich Coolly® rental?

Book it if you want a private, active day that covers more ground than a normal walking tour and keeps your group together. The best match is a small party with one capable rider, a sense of fun, and interest in seeing Munich’s Old Town, English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and Olympic Park in one outing.

Do not book it expecting an effortless ride. The rider must handle the weight of the passengers, and the 15-minute lesson deserves close attention. For the right group, that bit of work is part of the charm. You get a flexible Munich day, a memorable vehicle, and the freedom to decide where to slow down.

FAQ

How long is the Coolly® rental?

The rental lasts eight hours, from 10 AM to 6 PM.

How many people can ride the Coolly®?

The Coolly® can carry up to three adults, with one adult riding and two adults as passengers. It can also carry a maximum of two children aged eight or younger.

Is a tour guide included?

No. This is a self-guided rental. You receive a Munich city map with bicycle routes, but no guide accompanies you.

What sights are included in the suggested route?

The provided day-tour map includes Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, Munich Old Town, and the English Garden.

How fast can the Coolly® go?

The maximum speed is restricted to 20 km/h.

How far can the Coolly® travel in one day?

The battery capacity allows about 30 to 55 kilometers per day, or possibly more depending on your riding preferences.

Where do I pick up the bike?

Pickup is at the store in the backyard of Schleißheimer Street 181. Go through the barriers and look for the entrance on the right with the green rikschaguide.com and Coolly® sign.

What deposit do I need to bring?

Bring a €150 deposit. It is paid back after the rental.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Reserve-now, pay-later booking is also available.