Zagreb’s “Bajs” Bike-Sharing System Rolls Out This August

Starting this August, Zagreb will introduce “Bajs,” a brand-new public bike-sharing system designed to make city travel easier, cheaper, and greener.

With 2,000 easily recognizable blue bikes available at over 180 locations, residents and visitors will soon have a simple and practical option to move around town quickly.

Each one comes equipped with a front basket for personal items, durable frames to resist damage, and GPS tracking to ensure reliability.

Families haven’t been forgotten either; around 10% of the fleet will feature child seats, making everyday trips easier for parents.

Stations will be strategically placed next to tram stops, bus stations, schools, busy residential neighborhoods, and popular spots throughout the city, seamlessly connecting bicycles with Zagreb’s public transportation.

With rides costing only €0.50 for every 30 minutes — or unlimited monthly rides for just €5, and €30 for the entire year — the city aims to keep the system affordable for everyone.

How it works and who’s running it?

Behind the scenes, the City of Zagreb has partnered with local experts, Sustav javnih bicikala d.o.o., who have teamed up with international bike-sharing specialists Nextbike.

Interestingly, Zagreb keeps 70% of all rental revenue, reinvesting it directly into maintaining and expanding the service. In total, the city is investing around €9.3 million (excluding VAT) to ensure Bajs is reliable and long-lasting.

The rollout will happen in stages, beginning with around 500 bikes at approximately 40 locations, before expanding quickly to reach full capacity by the end of the summer. After that, if people enjoy and regularly use the system, Zagreb plans to add even more bikes — potentially up to 1,000 additional units — over the following two years.

Why it matters for Zagreb

Mayor Tomislav Tomašević sees Bajs as a key step towards improving the city’s overall mobility, reducing car traffic, and boosting residents’ health.

But the real question is how well Zagreb’s residents will embrace the service, especially during challenging weather conditions like winter and rainy periods.

If it all goes according to plan, “Bajs” could significantly change how people move through the city every single day.