Donkey Republic Bike share

4.3
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About this app

Join the Republic and get access to hundreds of Donkey bikes and e-bikes in more than 60 cities across Europe. Whether you need a quick ride, a bike for the entire day, or get a monthly membership, you will find the most flexible and affordable solutions with Donkey.

Find the right way to ride for your needs:

• Pay as you go
• Day deals
• Wallet
• Monthly Plans (Memberships)


EASY TO USE

We believe that every ride counts!

So we offer the most convenient and flexible bike-share service for visiting new cities and for everyday needs.

• Simply download the app and create an account for free!
• Find a Donkey at a virtual pick-up/drop-off point for maximum flexibility and convenience.
• Enjoy your ride!
• When you’re done, find a drop-off location on the map.
• Bring the Donkey there, lock the bike and end your ride in the app.
• App works in all cities we are present in.


WHEN SHOULD I USE DONKEY REPUBLIC? 🚲

Is that even a question? Always!

But in more practical terms:
• To be part of a community trying to be more sustainable through less owning products and more sharing.
• When you realize the cost associated with owning your own bike or leasing from a regular bike-lease company.
• When you have a flat tire or broken lights. Don’t wait for repairs, hop on to a nearby Donkey bike with our app.
• When you’re visiting other towns, simply open the app and see if we are there.
• When guests visit you, share your love for biking with them.


FAQs 📄

Can I rent more than one bike at once?
Yes, you can rent up to 5 bikes at once! Just make sure to select the correct number of vehicles right at the beginning of your booking process.

Can I leave the bike anywhere?
No. We work hard with the cities to keep the streets clean and accessible for everyone. Please return your Donkeys to specific drop-off locations when you are done for the day.

What if I have issues?
Our support team is always happy to help and understands that life happens.


HOW PRICING WORKS 💰

Just Ride (Pay as you go)
With no strings attached. Just Ride is ideal for trips from 15 mins to a few hours. You can also top up your Donkey Wallet with money and we will give you bonus credit that you can use for Just Riding.

Day Deals
In some cities, we have rolled out day deals which are great for when you just need a bike for the 1,2,3, or up to 7 days. Visiting for a weekend or inspired to explore like a local when you're on vacation? This is the perfect solution for you or a guest visiting you.

Monthly memberships
With a Donkey membership, you pay a fixed monthly fee and get a certain amount of free time per day. If you exceed the included daily free time, your rental is extended for a low fixed cost. Ideal for the daily commute and for a busy city life with multiple errands throughout the day. Valid in all Donkey cities.


CYCLING IS OUR PASSION 🧡🚴‍♂️

We are a team of 40(ish) firm believers in cycling as the most efficient mode of transportation and the only one our cities need. We work by the rule that any decision we make will have to bring us closer to being a sustainable, affordable, and reliable mobility provider. We wish to show the world that cycling can make cities more liveable and bike-sharing will help in that transformation.

Donkey Republic - Every ride counts

SprottenFlotte - The bike share system in the KielRegion. Powered by Donkey Republic.
Updated on
Sep 12, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
No data shared with third parties
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Location, Personal info and 4 others
Data is encrypted in transit
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Ratings and reviews

4.3
10.5K reviews
PeculiarG
September 11, 2025
it was nice when it was affordable. I made the mistake of upgrading to commuter, then I couldn't change it back to pay as you go. Now there's only 1 membership available which is a very bad deal compared to the previous (it's twice as expensive). so back to ov-fiets. such a shame they changed everything overnight. Just when I started to get used to this company and liked it. it's a pity. Why not offer a membership of like 200-300euro/y but without extra costs????
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Donkey Republic
September 12, 2025
Hello there! Thanks for the constructive feedback. When deciding upon which memberships to offer, we take into consideration the broader preferences of the majority of our riders. Please get in touch with us at [email protected], so that can further explain or find an alternative solution.
Eleni Ve
September 28, 2025
Using Donkey has been wonderful up until it started becoming unaffordable. I had been using it on occasional trips around Amsterdam and never paid more than 10 euro. Last time with the new pricing policy, I paid 15 euro to use it for a few hours. I think that is too much for rental bikes, at the end of the day it should be an affordable way to move
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Donkey Republic
September 29, 2025
We totally agree cycling should be affordable! Our pricing tries to be as competitive as possible in every city we operate. However our pricing is not immune to market forces and reflects what is needed to ensure good service now and in the future.
Pablo
September 26, 2025
Pick up and drop off your bike at very few specific points, sometimes closer to where you started than to your destination. Today, when I arrived at my destination with the bike, all the nearest drop off points were full and I was asked to ride back to the drop off point (6 min) and walk back to my destination (18 min). Not using this ridiculous system again and won't recommend it. Public transport is faster AND CHEAPER, why would I use Donkey?
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Donkey Republic
September 26, 2025
Hi Pablo, sorry for the frustration. We use hubs to keep bikes organized for everyone, but we know it can be inconvenient if they’re full. We’re working with local partners to improve hub locations, and your feedback helps us do better. Thanks for sharing 🚲