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Top 10 Paris Bike Rental Locations
Hop on your bike and go for a spin! As a cycle ride is a great way to see the city of Paris from a new perspective. It allows you to explore Paris at your own pace, as you are able to maneuver around the city more easily.
Over the years, Paris has taken the necessary measures to go green by encouraging its citizens to cycle more and say no to vehicles. Have a look at how safe it is to ride a bike in Paris.
As you prepare to tour Paris on a bike, these are the top 10 Paris bike rental locations.
1. Vélib’ Métropole
A Vélib station with its distinctive gray bicycles – Wikipedia – Wikipedia
Vélib’ Métropole, is a new generation self-service bicycle hire scheme with mechanical (green) and electric (blue) bicycles that are charged at stations. It is a pioneer of bike-sharing service in the world.
This public sharing system was launched on 15 July 2007 by introducing 7,000 bicycles to the city, distributed among 750 automated rental stations, with fifteen or more bicycle parking slots each. Today it is a large-scale public bicycle sharing system that encompassed around 14,500 bicycles and 1,400 bicycle stations located across Paris and in some surrounding municipalities.
To use Vélib’ Métropole swipe your credit card at any station around Paris to rent a bike for a day or a week. There is a token fee you will pay for as many trips you take throughout the time of use. However, if you biked for less than 30 minutes, you will not be charged more than the regular fee.
Vélib’ Métropole is one of the best alternatives as you do not have to return the bike to the station where you rented it, you are allowed to drop it off at any Vélib point. Also, they are very flexible as their stations are open 24 hours a day every day of the week.
Practical information
Address: 22 Rue Jules Vallès, Paris, 75011, France
Opening: 24 hours a day every day of the week
2. Allo Velo
Puncture repair kit for a bicycle – Wikipedia
Allo Velo is a private business that offers a variety of bikes and accessories for rent and to purchase.
Their bicycle stocks are selected and maintained by a team of seasoned cycling professionals, thus you are guaranteed a bike that is in good conduction. To show their dedication in providing high quality functional bikes, for used ones, they ensure the grip, settings, and installation of accessories before you set out.
Rentals are available for short and protracted periods, up to one year. The bicycles they offer are reliability and comfort all in a stylish classic design. Perfect for touring Paris. Rates are about 45 Euros for a full day rental on their best touring bikes.
Allo Velo is known to offer all types of bicycles, with every brand imaginable available on demand. They also provide additional accessories are available on request, such as a repair kit in case of a flat tire. Although the website is only in French, there will be English-speaking staff on site.
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Practical information
Address: 2 Rue Beauregard, 75002 Paris, France
Open:
Monday – Sunday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
3. Weelo
Cyclist on an electric bike – Unsplash
Weelo is a daily rental service of electric bikes that launched by Smovengo, an expert in micromobility that is pioneering in terms of both technology and design, with lighter and stronger bicycles.
The Weelo bike has been designed and tested for your urban trips: the open frame, Dutch handlebar (upright position), universal saddle and wide tires ensure a pleasant and comfortable ride. The front basket and the rear rack also allow you to leave your bags behind.
The bike’s electric motor located in the crank set automatically adapts the assistance to the efforts of the cyclist. Removable and housed in the seat tube, the battery has a range of 65 km.
Weelo is a great option because there is no need to store the bike on a terminal or to scan it each time you use it to unlock it. The user has the same freedom as with his own two-wheeler, and can benefit from physical, telephone or digital assistance if necessary.
Practical Information
Address: Centre Gamma, 193 Rue de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
Open:
Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 9:00pm
4. Vélo Paris
Flying Pigeon bicycle – Wikipedia
Vélo Paris is one of the pioneers of cycle tourism in Paris. It has been offering bike rentals and guided cycling tours since 1993. They also sell second-hand bikes and has a repair shop for basic checks or big repairs.
The company has a fleet of about 150 bikes. All types of bikes are available for renting from universal city bikes to adult – child tandem and everything in between.
Vélo Paris makes it to the list because of its advantageous cost. For half a day, renting a city bike costs €10 and €15 for an electric one. For an entire day (from 9am to 6pm), it costs €15 for a city bike and €20 for an electric bike. You can rent a bike for 24 hours or even a week if that is what you want. A deposit of €150 for regular bikes and €300 for electric ones.
Practical Information
Address: 44 Rue d’Orsel 75018 Paris
Open:
Sunday – Saturday 9:00am – 7:00pm
Monday – Friday 9:30am – 6:00pm
5. Bike Cafés in Paris
Bike café – Unsplash
Today in Paris it is possible to hire a bike in some of Paris’ bike cafés. The concept of a café dedicated to cycling is a much newer phenomenon in Paris, but its citizens have warmly welcomed this new trend. The first cycle café in Paris was opened in 2016, La Chouette.
The combination of cake, coffee and a place to chill out seems to be something cyclists love. Thus, these bike cafés allow cyclists to start and end their trip in a lovely café of their choice. The cafés have a corner where you can have something to eat or have a coffee, and an area where the bikes are placed on display.
These cafés are causing buzz with the city as they offer city bikes that are foldable, practical and space-saving.
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Practical Information
Address: Located in different areas within the city of Paris. Steel Cyclewear and coffee shop, in the 11th arrondissement, La Chouette 20 Rue du Château d’Eau, 75010 Paris, France and others
Open:
Varies with each café
6. Alternative Bike
Alternative Bike is a company that specializes in ‘electric transport’ and owner of the largest electric cycle park in Paris. The company was created in 2009 by a soft mobility enthusiast.
This company is known to provide both rental and sale services of electric scooters, electric bikes and Segways. Whatever your needs and your budget, Alternative Bike have the vehicle for you. Helmets, baskets, rain ponchos and all other necessary equipment are also provided.
Alternative Bikes is a great option as they developed a wide range of tailor-made services. Each of their products has been tested by a team of professionals.
Practical Information
Address: 227 rue Saint-Martin, Paris 3rd, France
Open:
Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 9:00pm
7. Ecox
Different types of e-bikes – Wikipedia
Ecox is a shop chain that specializes in electric bikes; city bikes, mountain bikes, cargo bikes and many more. The store offers a wide selection of cycling accessories (helmets, windbreakers, locks, etc.).
When searching for a rental bike option, Ecox is a great choice as they specialize in everything electrical, and they have different locations within the city for pick-ups and drop-offs.
Address:
23 rue de Rivoli 75004 Paris
84 boulevard Davout 75020 Paris
136 avenue du Maine 75014 Paris
82 rue Lafayette 75009 Paris
125 avenue de Versailles 75016 Paris
117 boulevard Auguste Blanqui 75013 Paris
Open:
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm; 3:00pm – 7:30pm
8. Freescoot
A moped-style e-bike – Wikipedia
Freescoot, founded in 1997, has been one of the very first companies to rent Vespa (moped) in Paris. Today the company rents mopeds and bicycles in a vintage and welcoming human-scale shop.
In addition to their rental bike option, they also sell new and second-hand bikes and accessories such as helmets, seats, lights, bike locks, etc.
Freescott is a great option as you get the chance to choose the right bike from high quality equipment that is not readily found in other rental shops. Their bikes come firstly from European manufacturers.
Practical Information
Address: 63 Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Paris, France
Open:
Monday – Saturday: 9:00AM – 7:0 PM
9. Holland Bikes
A man riding an electric bicycle – Wikipedia
Holland Bikes is specialized in Dutch and electric bikes. They offer high quality bikes for hire for the whole family that include traditional Dutch city bikes, electric bikes, cargo bikes and so much more.
A sucker for electric bikes? Book this tour with us to explore the highlights of Paris such as the Eiffel Tower, the Dôme des Invalides, the Louvre Museum and many more from a different perspective.
Holland Bikes should be among the first spots you check out because their locations are in the heart of the main landmarks (Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Latin Quarter).
Practical Information
Address:
154 Avenue du Wagram 75017 Paris
15 Rue Lagrange 75005 Paris
3 Rue de la Chaussée d’Antin 75009 Paris
Open:
Sunday – Saturday: 10:00am – 8:00pm
10. Paris Bike Company
A Selle San Marco saddle designed for women – Wikipedia
Not in Paris per se, the Paris Bike Company is found just beyond the peripherique, down by the 14th Arrondissement, and is easy to get to on Metro line 13. They are worth the extra effort, as the company and its staff have been offering pro-level bike fits for the past twenty years, making the experience of each client as comfortable as possible.
Bikes can be collected from their offices, alternatively you can pay extra to have your bike delivered and picked up from your preferred location. They offer bikes that are recent, safe and comfortable; complementary equipment, such as helmets, locks, raincoats or baskets are available on request (free of charge).
Paris Bike Company is a great option as they have a plethora of bike stems and gender-specific saddles, so you can cycle as comfortably as possible.
