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Bike Hire in Bordeaux — 6 of Our Favourites

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The landscape of Bordeaux lends itself especially well to cyclists.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Bordeaux Cycling Guide.

Velo Cap Zen Cycle Hire, Lege-Cap-Ferret

1. Town bike hire

Location
Lege-Cap-Ferret

Located in Lège-Cap-Ferret in the north of the Arcachon Basin, this company offers a range of bikes and accessories for hire, delivered directly to your holiday location, whether a residence or elsewhere.

They offer group rentals for families, school groups, and other large parties, with special rates available for groups of twenty or more. They also provide repair and maintenance services for your own bikes.

When you hire a bike, you'll receive a puncture repair kit, a lock for each bike, and a map of local cycling tracks that are suitable for all levels.

They also buy and sell used bikes, whether modern or vintage.

Nomade Lacanau Cycle Hire, Lacanau

2. Mountain bike hire

Location
Lacanau

With a selection of mountain bikes, e-bikes, fatbikes and children’s bikes, this company has something to suit every requirement.

The shop and rental facility is conveniently located in Lacanau Ocean, offering easy access to the cycleways along the beautiful Atlantic coast. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the sea breeze or explore the stunning coastal landscapes, this location is perfect for cyclists of all levels.

In addition to the coastal routes, you can also venture inland towards Bordeaux, where scenic trails await. From relaxed rides to more challenging routes, you'll find plenty of options to suit your cycling needs.

A man and woman giving each other a high five while riding bikes

3. Mountain bike hire

Location
Bordeaux

Providing the tools for your adventures in and around Bordeaux, they offer a complete delivery service and are happy to give any advice you need to ensure your trip is a success.

They will rent you a bike for any duration and offer a wide range of options, including e-bikes, touring bikes, road bikes, tandems, trailers, and bike accessories.

In addition to rentals, they provide both guided and unguided tours to destinations such as St Emilion, Medoc, Entre Deux Mers, Bassin d'Arcachon, and Canal du Midi. They can even tailor-make a tour to suit your preferences.

Esprit Cycles, Bordeaux - Centre exterior

4. Road bike hire

Location
Bordeaux

Offering express bike repairs without an appointment and bike rentals for use in and around the city.

Located in the heart of Bordeaux since 2009, this company supports cyclists every day by offering high-quality products and efficient service. They provide both electric and non-electric bikes and are ready to assist with all your cycling needs.

Two bicycles are parked next to each other in a field

5. Town bike hire

Location
Lacanau

Bicycool provides year-round bike rentals, repairs, and a selection of new and used bikes, parts, and accessories.

Bicycool in Lacanau Océan offers a variety of bikes for rent, including a free delivery service to local destinations in July and August. 

They also specialise in bike repairs and carry a range of bikes, parts, and accessories from trusted brands.

a row of V3 bikes for rent

6. Town bike hire

Location
Bordeaux

Run by Bordeaux Métropole, the VCUB offers 162 stations with bikes available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The website and app offer up-to-date information on the number of bikes available at each station, so you and your friends can plan your journey more easily. The first thirty minutes of your hire are free.

Much like the Boris Bikes in London or the Vélo Bleu in Nice, this type of bike hire is incredibly popular in most large cities - and Bordeaux is no different.