La Rochelle

Bike rental in La Rochelle: explore the Atlantic on two wheels

Want to explore La Rochelle and its coastline by bike? Whether it’s a ride along the quays, a trip to Île de Ré, or the start of a long journey on the Vélodyssée, our Paulette partner agency, located at Hertz, 45 avenue du Général de Gaulle, offers bike rental in La Rochelle that’s simple and flexible. On site, you’ll find hybrid bikes, electric bikes (e-bikes) and children’s bikes, as well as panniers and helmets for a light and well-equipped journey.

La Rochelle by bike: between ocean, heritage and islands

A pioneer in urban cycling, La Rochelle offers the perfect setting for cycling freely. From our agency, you can easily reach the seafront bike paths, the old port, the historic center, or Minimes beach. The atmosphere is gentle and salty—ideal for a getaway on two wheels.

Cycling routes from La Rochelle

Our bike rental point in La Rochelle is perfectly located to set off on several iconic routes:

• The Vélodyssée: head south towards Royan, Bordeaux or Hendaye, or north towards Les Sables-d’Olonne, Nantes… A well-marked long-distance route along the Atlantic coast.

• Île de Ré: accessible by bike via the bridge, and crossed by cycle paths winding through marshes, vineyards, and whitewashed villages. A must for a day trip or longer.

• The Marais Poitevin: for a nature escape toward Marans or Maillezais, a round trip through canals, greenery, and calm.

With one-way bike rental, you can return your bike to another Paulette agency without needing to come back to La Rochelle.

A service focused on the essentials

As a partner agency with Hertz, our rental point in La Rochelle offers:

• Bikes suited for leisure and touring: hybrid bikes, e-bikes, MTBs, children’s bikes

• Useful accessories: panniers and helmets

• One-way rental service for a free and flexible trip

🎯 With Paulette, your bike rental in La Rochelle becomes the starting point for a salty adventure, at your own pace, between land and sea.