Cycling in Grenoble

Grenoble may be surrounded by mountains, but it's also the flattest city in France, so it's easy to get around by bike, and its use is widespread.

The cycling network

With over 450 km of itinerariesThe Metropole's cycling network is one of the densest and most extensive in France.

Consult the map of cycle routes on the Grenoble Alpes Métropole website

Rent a bike with Mvélo+

Mvélo+ offers different types of bikes for hire (classic, folding, electric-assist...) and lets you rent a bike by the hour, day, month or year. To rent a bike, visit one of the three branches (near Grenoble station, on the Presqu'île, or on the Saint-Martin-d'Hères campus). Reduced rates apply automatically if you're under 25.

More information on the Mvélo+ website

Buying a second-hand bike or repairing your bike

Aside from the classic commercial channels for buying bikes (supermarkets, sports stores), classified ads are a suitable alternative for students with small budgets when it comes to buying a new bike.

The association Cycles & Go also sells refurbished bicycles to people working on integration projects. 
 
See offers on the cycles & Go website

The "uN p'Tit véLo dAnS La Tête" association, whose aim is to promote cycling as a daily mode of transport, gives its members access to repair workshops and tools.

More information on the d'uN p'Tit véLo dAnS La Tête website

Scooters and electric bikes

How do I rent a scooter or electric bike?

  • Scooters and VAEs can be rented via the Voi app.
  • Once you've downloaded the application, all you have to do is create a personal account and associate a payment solution with it.
  • The application can be used to locate nearby equipment on a map.
  • Vehicles are unlocked by scanning the QR code on the vehicle with a cell phone.
  • A range of tariffs are available (for occasional use or more regular use via a subscription).
Published January 26, 2024
Updated July 8, 2025