FritsBike — Dutch-Style Bicycle Rentals in Maho
Classic Dutch omafietsen (grandma bikes) for rent in the Maho-Cupecoy-Simpson Bay 'Golden Triangle' — from $12 a day.
Why Go
FritsBike brought a piece of Holland to the Dutch Caribbean: classic omafietsen — the upright, comfortable Dutch-style bicycles — available for rent in Maho starting at just $12 per day. It is the cheapest, most charming, and most eco-friendly way to explore the Golden Triangle of Cupecoy, Simpson Bay, and Maho.
The Experience
The omafiets is the bicycle equivalent of a comfortable pair of shoes: upright seating position, easy pedaling, built for cruising rather than racing. On St. Maarten, this translates to a bicycle that is perfect for the flat coastal stretches around Maho, Simpson Bay, and Cupecoy — the area FritsBike calls the Golden Triangle. These neighborhoods are close enough to each other that cycling makes sense but far enough apart that walking gets tedious, especially in Caribbean heat. A Dutch bike splits the difference: faster than walking, cheaper than a taxi, and more fun than either. The pricing is aggressively affordable. At $12 per day (or $55 per week), FritsBike costs less than a single taxi ride for an entire day of transportation. The pickup location at Studio the Emerald in Maho puts you in the heart of the hotel and restaurant district, with the lagoon cycling paths heading south toward Simpson Bay and the coastal road heading north toward Cupecoy. Book online or via WhatsApp, pick up the bike, and you have freedom of movement for the price of a cocktail.
What to Try
Ride from Maho to Cupecoy Beach along the coastal road — the flat terrain makes it an easy 10-minute ride. Cycle the Simpson Bay lagoon path for waterfront views and marina watching. Ride to Mullet Bay Beach in the morning before the cars arrive. Use the bike for evening trips between Maho restaurants — parking a bicycle is always easier than parking a car.
Insider Tip
The Golden Triangle loop — Maho to Cupecoy to Simpson Bay and back — takes about 45 minutes at a leisurely pace and passes three beaches, a lagoon, and dozens of restaurants. It is the best way to scout dinner options for the evening: ride the loop in the late afternoon, note which restaurants look appealing, and return by bike after dark.
The Practical Stuff
Pickup: Studio the Emerald, 1 Hudson Drive, Maho (Lowlands), Dutch side. Pricing: 1 day $12 / €10, 2 days $22, 3 days $31, week $55 / €50. Dutch-style omafiets bicycles. Book online or via WhatsApp. Best for flat areas: Maho, Cupecoy, Simpson Bay. Price range: budget ($).
Pair It With
- Studio emerald Maho Guide — Accommodation at the same Maho address — bike pickup is literally at your door
- BLUE MARINE RESIDENCE Guide — Nearby Maho accommodation close to the FritsBike pickup point