Munich: Day-rent rickshaw and explore Munich yourself

Munich sightseeing gets a playful twist in this three-wheel electric rickshaw, which lets you carry your own small group instead of following a guide. From 10 AM to 6 PM, you can connect Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, the Old Town, and the English Garden at your own speed.

I like the private-group format, especially for families or friends who want to stop when they please. I also like the practical route map and phone holder, which make a self-guided day much easier. The catch is the driver’s job: steering a loaded cycle takes skill, arm strength, and care when pulling away.

Key points to know

• Three adults and two children can ride together, with one adult pedaling and up to two adults as passengers.
• The 10 AM to 6 PM rental gives you a full sightseeing day, not a short city spin.
• The suggested route links four major Munich sights: Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, the Old Town, and the English Garden.
• A 15-minute lesson matters, especially for starting, turning, braking, and managing the weight of passengers.
• The Coolly reaches up to 20 km/h and can cover roughly 30 to 55 kilometers, depending on how you ride.
• The $159 group price can be good value when three adults share it, but remember the refundable €150 deposit.

A Munich day out with your own set of wheels

This is not a guided tour with a fixed script. You pick up the Coolly eBike, learn the controls, take the supplied map, and set off as your own small sightseeing team.

The vehicle is a three-wheel electric bicycle shaped much like a rickshaw or pedicab. One person rides and steers from the front, while two adults sit behind. There is also room for up to two children aged eight or younger. Seat belts are fitted, and the motor provides pedal assistance up to a restricted top speed of 20 km/h.

That setup changes the feel of the day. You are not simply being driven around, and you are not asking each family member to manage a separate bicycle. One driver handles the cycle while the passengers can enjoy the city together.

The tradeoff is clear. The person at the handlebars carries the responsibility for balance, steering, stopping, and getting the vehicle moving. The supplied instruction is only 15 minutes, so pay close attention. One useful lesson from the practical feedback is that starting from a stop can require noticeable strength, and passenger weight is felt through the handlebars. Plan to swap drivers if your group has more than one confident cyclist.

Picking up the Coolly near Olympic Park

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

The store is about a 10-minute drive from the English Garden and about a two-minute drive from Olympic Park. You can reach it by taxi, bicycle, or tram, with the N27 stopping at Ackermannstraße. There is no delivery service, so you need to collect and return the vehicle at the shop.

Pickup runs from 10 AM, with the rental ending at 6 PM. That gives you eight hours, but allow time at the start for the driving practice and at the end for returning the cycle. If you want to cover much of the suggested route, leave promptly rather than treating the morning instruction as an optional delay.

Bring the required €150 deposit. It is returned after the rental, assuming the Coolly comes back as required. This is separate from the tour price, so budget for the temporary hold on your funds.

Learning to handle a loaded three-wheeler

The Coolly has a strong motor and pedal assist, so you do not need to power the full distance with your legs alone. The battery range is described as roughly 30 to 55 kilometers per day, or more depending on conditions and riding choices. That is enough for a city day connecting several districts, though your exact distance will depend on stops and detours.

The main learning point is not speed. It is handling. A three-wheel cycle with passengers responds differently from a normal bicycle. The driver needs to steer carefully, make controlled turns, and allow enough room for the vehicle’s width. The first few minutes of practice should be used to get a feel for acceleration and braking before entering busier streets or crowded paths.

The group’s comfort depends heavily on the driver. Passengers should stay seated and follow the seat belt instructions. Children must be no older than eight, according to the stated limit. If you have a senior family member along, this can be an appealing way to share the day without requiring everyone to pedal independently, but the driver still needs enough strength and confidence to manage the load.

Olympic Park is the natural first stop

Olympic Park is close to the rental shop, making it a sensible place to begin. The route supplied with the rental includes the park, so you can get comfortable with the Coolly before taking on longer stretches across Munich.

The park gives you a broad first area to explore, with room to settle into the vehicle’s pace. You can use it as a warm-up stop, then continue once the steering feels natural. Its location also helps you make efficient use of the eight-hour rental, since you are not spending the first part of the day crossing the city just to reach a major sight.

Keep in mind that the Coolly is limited to 20 km/h. That is a useful safety restriction, but it also means you should not expect to zip between distant sights as quickly as you might in a car. The attraction of this outing is the open-air journey and shared experience, not fast transport.

Nymphenburg Palace adds a grand change of scene

Nymphenburg Palace is another suggested stop and gives the day a different character from the modern Olympic Park. The palace is one of Munich’s major landmarks, and reaching it by bicycle lets you connect two very different parts of the city under your own plan.

The map is intended to help you follow exclusive bicycle routes, so you are not left to work out every connection from scratch. You can use the phone holder for navigation as well. A charger for your phone is included, which is a small but useful detail when you are relying on a device for directions over a full day.

Your time at Nymphenburg will depend on how much of the palace area you want to see and how many other stops you make. The rental is not an admission package, and no guided palace visit is included. Treat the Coolly as your transport and sightseeing base, then check any separate opening or entry details if you plan to go inside.

Munich Old Town works best with flexible timing

The Old Town is included in the suggested day route, but this is where flexibility matters most. You can decide how long to spend looking around, stopping for food, or simply taking in the central streets before moving on.

A private vehicle for your own group can be more relaxed than a fixed tour schedule. You are not trying to keep up with a guide or waiting for a large group to gather. At the same time, central Munich may require more patience and attention than the wider open areas around the parks. Follow the supplied cycling routes and use the instructor’s advice rather than improvising at every turn.

The Coolly’s size is part of its charm, but it is also something to remember in tight spaces. Avoid treating it like a standard bicycle. Give yourself room to turn, stop fully when needed, and keep the passengers aware that the driver is managing a larger vehicle.

The English Garden gives the day its easygoing finish

The English Garden is one of the main reasons this rental works well as a full-day outing. It is close enough to the shop to be convenient, yet substantial enough to make a worthwhile destination on its own.

You can reach it early, late, or as part of a longer loop through Munich. The supplied map includes routes there, and the shop is about a 10-minute drive from the garden. That makes it possible to save the garden for the second half of the day if you prefer a route that starts at Olympic Park and Nymphenburg.

The garden also suits the relaxed pace of the Coolly. You can take a break from the more structured sightseeing stops and enjoy cycling together. Keep your return time in mind, though. An eight-hour rental can feel generous, but a long day with four major areas still requires sensible planning.

How much ground can you cover in eight hours?

The stated daily range is about 30 to 55 kilometers, with the possibility of more depending on how you ride. That gives you enough capacity to combine the listed sights, but it does not mean you need to spend the entire day pedaling.

A useful plan is to think in sections:

• Start near Olympic Park and use the first part of the day to get comfortable.
• Continue toward Nymphenburg Palace.
• Head into the Old Town for a central Munich stop.
• Finish with the English Garden, or place it earlier if that better suits your group.
• Leave time to return to Schleißheimer Street by 6 PM.

The included map is in German and English and marks recommended cycling routes. The phone holder lets you add digital navigation, while the included phone charger helps with battery use. You still need to make your own decisions about timing, meals, and how long to spend at each sight.

Price and value for families or small groups

The listed price is $159 per group of up to three adults, rather than $159 per person. Split among three adults, that works out to about $53 each before any currency or booking differences. That makes the rental more attractive for a full day than a short, per-person activity, especially when one vehicle keeps the group together.

For a family, the calculation is different. Two adults and children can share one Coolly, but only one adult can be the rider at a time, and the children must be eight or younger. Older children or additional adults may need another arrangement, since the capacity is limited to three adults and two children.

The price includes the motor and battery, pedal assist, the driving lesson, phone holder, phone charger, seat belts, and the bilingual city map. It does not include a guide, delivery, food, entry tickets, or anything else outside the rental itself. You are paying for freedom and group transport, not for commentary at each monument.

That can be excellent value if your group enjoys deciding its own day. It is less suitable if you want a guide to explain Munich as you go or if nobody in the group wants to drive.

Who will enjoy this most?

I would suggest the Coolly to families with young children, friends who want a shared activity, and groups that prefer a private day to a fixed tour. It can also work well for a mixed-age group, since passengers do not need to pedal their own bicycles.

It is especially useful when one or two people in the group are comfortable taking the driver’s role. The experience is not hard because of speed, but the steering and starting effort deserve respect. Rotate drivers only after everyone has had proper practice.

This is not the right pick for someone seeking a guided history tour, a high-speed ride, or a completely effortless way to cross Munich. You must collect the vehicle, follow the cycling routes, manage the schedule, and return it on time.

Practical booking details that matter

The activity is offered daily from 10 AM to 6 PM, with English and German instruction. It is a private group experience, so you are not sharing the vehicle with strangers.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reservation option allows you to reserve now and pay later. The €150 deposit must be paid at pickup and is returned after the rental.

The shop does not deliver the Coolly. Use a taxi, bicycle, or the N27 tram to Ackermannstraße, then follow the backyard entrance directions at Schleißheimer Street 181. The green sign is the key landmark.

Should you book the Coolly?

Book it if you want a full Munich day that feels like an outing with family or friends rather than a standard tour. The route combines Olympic Park, Nymphenburg Palace, Old Town, and the English Garden, while the eight-hour schedule gives you room to shape the day.

The strongest reasons to choose it are the private format, the generous vehicle range, and the chance to keep a small group together. The main caution is equally important: the driver needs confidence, strength, and attention. If that person is ready to take the job seriously, the Coolly offers a fun and flexible way to see a lot of Munich for one group price.

FAQ

How long is the Coolly eBike 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 up to two children up to age eight.

Is a tour guide included?

No. You drive the Coolly yourself. The rental includes a 15-minute instruction session, a bilingual Munich map with bicycle routes, and a phone holder for navigation.

What sights are included in the suggested route?

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

How fast can the Coolly travel?

The pedal-assisted Coolly has a maximum speed restricted to 20 km/h.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes. Bring a €150 deposit, which is paid back after the rental.