Children in the Netherlands are cycling to work - in a bus.

Inventor Thomas Tolkamp got the idea for the cycle school bus from the notorious beer bikes used by tourists to pedal round Amsterdam while drinking.

This video shows the bikes in action as primary school children take their daily exercise while heading through the city to school.

Thomas Tolkamp got the idea for the cycle school bus from the notorious beer bikes used by tourists to pedal round Amsterdam while drinking

The bus is designed for students aged four to 12. The pedals power an electric motor which drives the wheels, allowing them to pedal at different speeds.

The average speed of the bicycle bus is 10 miles per hour, but the motor compensates for fatigue or challenging hills.

The bus retails for around £11,415 and is available in several colors in addition to the traditional yellow.

Added features include a rain cover and a music player.