Bikes on TGV/THALYS

Bikes on TGV/THALYS

7/13/2023 4:31:20 AM

[came here researching Thalys policy]

Bagging is essential. Size isn’t much of a problem if we are talking about regular bikes (i.e. tandems will be problematic).

We travel with Rinko bags (packed size is smaller than a water bottle) for this purpose. Used on TGV/Thalys/Shinkansen. Size was never an issue.

6/6/2019 8:00:39 AM

The Thalys rules on bicycle transport are very clear:

Thalys rules on bicycle transport

The rules mention both the thickness of the cover – 135 x 85 x 30 cm – and also specifically state that wheels should be removed and everything should be placed inside the afore-mentioned cover. The cover must be non-rigid i.e. something like a soft bag and not a stiff cardboard box. Any bicycle not meeting the requirements will be refused by the Train Manager.

Since you are required to be on the platform 30 minutes prior to departure time, what will most likely happen is that staff will check the bicycle packaging and will supervise as it is loaded it on the train. Hence, de facto, if you show up with a dismounted yet unbagged bike you will not be allowed to board the train with it.

Now, if you wish to play around with the system a bit, you can maybe try to put the wheels in a separate bag, and take that as your luggage item, making sure it does not exceed the size limitations. Staff will most likely ask you about it since IMHO everyone knows what wheels look like – the bag will inevitably be round.

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