Tours

Bike rental in Tours: experience the Loire on two wheels

Planning a cycling trip in Tours? Whether you’re here to explore the city, ride the Loire à Vélo route, or embark on a longer journey toward the châteaux, our Paulette agency located at 6 place Michelet, just steps from the train station, offers everything you need to ride worry-free: hybrid bikes, electric bikes (e-bikes), MTBs, children’s bikes, tandems, trailers, panniers, and helmets. Whether for a few hours or several days, we’ll equip you, guide you, and let you enjoy the ride.

Explore Tours by bike

Tours is a city made for cycling. Flat, green, crossed by the Loire and the Cher rivers, it offers smooth riding and plenty of safe bike paths. From our agency, you can easily reach the riverbanks, the historic center, Place Plumereau, Honoré de Balzac Park, or Île Simon. It’s a great way to discover the city differently — stress-free and car-free.

Top cycling routes from Tours

Our bike rental agency in Tours is one of the key starting points on the Loire à Vélo, one of France’s most iconic cycle routes:

Loire à Vélo – Westbound: Head toward Angers, Nantes, and even the Atlantic. A gentle, well-marked route through vineyards, villages, and the wild Loire landscape.

Loire à Vélo – Eastbound: Head to Blois, Orléans, passing by some of the Loire Valley’s most beautiful châteaux. Perfect for a few days’ escape or a longer adventure.

Local loops: From Tours, several day loops let you explore the surroundings: the Cher à Vélo, Vouvray wine region, or a ride to Villandry and its famous gardens.

All these routes are suitable for every level, and our hybrid bikes, e-bikes, MTBs, tandems, and children’s bikes guarantee comfort and reliability.

Our services for a stress-free cycling adventure

At Paulette, we offer more than just bike rental in Tours — we support your journey from start to finish:

• A repair workshop open to all cyclists (adjustments, maintenance, flat tires…)

• New bike sales, featuring a stylish urban selection from Gaya and Voltaire

• A luggage service to store your belongings during your trip

• Route maps and personalized advice tailored to your trip

• One-way rental, so you can start in Tours and finish at another Paulette agency — total freedom

🎯 Choosing Paulette for your bike rental in Tours means a stress-free start, reliable equipment, and the chance to discover the Loire and its wonders at your own pace, along the water.