Paris, the City of Light, is renowned for its rich culture and history. But there's another side to it: the cycling adventure outside the city. Discover with us wonderful cycling routes around Paris, leading to majestic châteaux, exquisite vineyards and unspoilt nature parks. Our roaming bike hire service allows you to start your cycling journey in Paris and drop off your bike at our drop-off points in picturesque towns such as Fontainebleau, Chartres, Meaux and Vernon. Here are some of the best cycling routes around Paris to discover.

Bike rental from Paris to Fontainebleau : exploring the forest and château of Fontainebleau

Embark on a 65-kilometre cycling trip from Paris to Fontainebleau, ideal for history and nature lovers. Your cycling route will take you through the magnificent natural landscape of the Fontainebleau forest, the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. On arrival, be sure to visit the Château de Fontainebleau, a royal residence full of masterpieces of Renaissance and Classicist art.

Bike rental from Paris to Chartres : take the cathedral route

This 90-kilometre cycle route takes you through the charming countryside of the Centre-Val de Loire region, to the historic city of Chartres. The star attraction of Chartres is its magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral, a jewel of medieval architecture listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bike rental from Paris to Meaux : discovering heritage and gastronomy

This 60-kilometre cycle route to Meaux is perfect for a leisurely escape from the city. Meaux is famous not only for its rich historical heritage, such as Saint-Etienne's cathedral, but also for its gastronomy, particularly Brie de Meaux cheese. After your bike ride, why not sample this famous local cheese?

Bike rental from Paris to Vernon : on the way to Giverny

Take a 75-kilometre cycling trip from Paris to Vernon, a perfect destination for art and nature lovers. Vernon is the gateway to the French Vexin Regional Nature Park and Claude Monet's home and gardens at Giverny.

Our Depot Partners : Convenience and ease

To make your cycling experience even more comfortable and stress-free, we've partnered with reliable and accessible drop-off points in every town we serve. These partners are ideally located and easy to find, making it simple for you to drop off your bike at the end of your journey.

In Chartres, our partner is the Hotel Chartres Centre, located at 6-8 avenue Jehan de Beauce.

In Fontainebleau, drop off your bike at the Hotel Ibis, Chateau de Fontainebleau, located at 18 rue de Ferrare.

In Meaux, our drop-off point is La Petardiere, located at 12 Rue d'Orgemont.

And in Vernon, you can drop your bike off at the Hotel Normandy on Avenue Pierre Mendes France.

There's so much to discover around Paris by bike, and with our roaming bike hire service, it's easier than ever to embark on a cycling adventure around Paris, for a day or several days. So what are you waiting for? Hire a bike today and explore the Paris region at your own pace with Paulette ! 

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