Bike hire in Clermont-Ferrand
Are you looking to hire a bike in Clermont-Ferrand? We are a local bike hire company based in Auvergne, serving Clermont-Ferrand, the whole of Clermont Auvergne Métropole and the surrounding towns – as far as Riom, Volvic, Issoire, Vichy and the foothills of the Chaîne des Puys.
We have a varied fleet of bikes, including city bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes and cargo bikes. Our packages are flexible and come with no commitment: by the day, weekend, week or for several months. We cater to two groups: individuals and businesses. Each bike is prepared, adjusted to your height and supplied with a lock and safety equipment included.
You can book online in just a few clicks, then collect your bike from our workshop in Cébazat, or have it delivered directly to your home or holiday accommodation via our delivery service. That’s all there is to it.
Our bike hire options in Clermont-Ferrand
Short-term hire for individuals
Are you visiting the Chaîne des Puys, exploring the historic centre or cycling along the Via Allier? A holiday bike hire in Clermont-Ferrand with Velotino means you can collect your bike from our workshop near Clermont-Ferrand (in Cébazat) or have it delivered to you on the day of your arrival, and return it after your final ride
- Day hire: ideal for a ride around the Puy de Dôme or a city tour between the Jardin Lecoq, the cathedral and other historic monuments.
- Weekend: perfect for a 2- to 3-day getaway in the Auvergne Volcanoes Nature Park.
- Week: the most popular option for longer stays
Are you looking for a package tailored to your pace, with a bike chosen to suit your routes? Our bike hire range for individuals covers everything from city bikes to electric cargo bikes.
Long-term hire for professionals
Velotino also offers B2B solutions: a fleet of bikes for corporate events, seminars and mobility challenges, as well as long-term hire for staff. Business invoicing, tailored contracts, group collection from a shop or delivery directly to the company or event venue. Do you need 5 bikes for a team-building event or 20 electric bikes for a seminar? Our page on bike hire for professionals explains everything.
Why choose Velotino for your bike hire in Clermont-Ferrand?
A wide range of bikes
E-hybrid bikes for a leisurely ride through the city centre or along the Via Allier, road bikes, gravel bikes and e-mountain bikes to tackle the climbs to Royat or the Gergovie plateau via roads and trails: the Velotino fleet covers all the main uses, from the most relaxed to the most demanding.
Not sure which model to choose? Just give us a call. We’ll advise you based on your route, your ability and the length of your stay. A cyclist heading for the Puy de Dôme won’t set off on the same bike as someone staying within the city centre.
High-quality bikes for every need
From comfortable e-hybrids to high-performance e-mountain bikes, the fleet is regularly serviced.
Every bike is fully prepared, clean, adjusted to your height, and comes with a lock and repair kit included.
No nasty surprises when you set off, no worn-out brakes at the first bend.
Transparent, no-obligation rates
No hidden charges, no surprise surcharges. The price shown is the price you pay.
For long-term bike hire in Clermont, sliding-scale rates are available: the longer the hire period, the lower the daily rate. A week costs less than seven separate days, and a month costs even less
Responsive customer service
Having a problem during your hire? Got a question before you book?
The Velotino team responds quickly, by phone or message.
No outsourced helpline, no chatbot: real people who know the area and know where and how to get to the Plateau de la Bade.
Curious to know who’s getting your bike ready? The ‘About Us’ page introduces the team and tells the story behind the project.
Book your bike in Clermont-Ferrand and the surrounding area
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Hiring a bike in Clermont-Ferrand with Velotino takes less than 5 minutes
Where to find us in Clermont-Ferrand and the surrounding area
Clermont-Ferrand and the metropolitan area
Clermont Auvergne Métropole comprises 21 municipalities, all of which lie within our area: Clermont-Ferrand, Chamalières, Royat, Beaumont, Ceyrat, Aubière, Cournon-d’Auvergne, Gerzat, Cébazat, Blanzat, Durtol, Nohanent, Orcines, Le Cendre, Pérignat-lès-Sarliève, Aulnat, Lempdes, Pont-du-Château, Châteaugay, Romagnat and Saint-Genès-Champanelle.
What this means for you: whether you live in Chamalières, Cournon-d’Auvergne or Orcines, there is just one access point. Chamalières and Royat are a quarter of an hour’s cycle ride from the centre of Clermont; Aubière and Beaumont are linked by green corridors; Gerzat, Cébazat and Blanzat open up towards the north of the conurbation and the Limagne plain; Pont-du-Château and Lempdes complete the loop to the east, along the River Allier.
A word about our other location: Velotino also operates in Gironde. If you’re looking to hire a bike in Bordeaux, you’ll find the same service as here.
Surrounding area and day trips
Beyond the city centre, our catchment area covers the rest of the Clermont-Ferrand region – the area where we head off for a cycle at the weekend:
- Riom (15 km to the north): a medieval town and gateway to the Limagne region, a classic starting point for trips north of the conurbation. Details on bike hire in Riom.
- Volvic (13 km north-west): the town of volcanic stone, a stone’s throw from the Gour de Tazenat and the Cheires Forest. Everything you need to know about bike hire in Volvic.
- Issoire (35 km south): a stop on the Via Allier and a starting point for trips to the Allier Gorges and the Sauxillanges region.
- Vichy (55 km north): the spa town, the northern terminus of the Via Allier, best combined with one or two stages of the cycle route.
- Gergovie Plateau: the historic site of Alesia-Gergovie, accessible from Clermont via a short but steep climb.
- Chaîne des Puys, Puy de Dôme and Vulcania: the volcanoes listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the legendary summit and Vulcania theme park, 20 to 30 km from the city.
The real appeal of a ride from Clermont is its diversity: in the same week, you can enjoy a leisurely urban loop, a climb up the Chaîne des Puys on an e-bike and a stage of the Via Allier down in the valley. Few towns offer all this within an hour’s ride.
Our customers say it best
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A lovely way to explore the region on top-notch bikes. Good advice before setting off. Good communication. A lovely ride on offer.
I’d definitely recommend it!
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Your questions about bike hire in Clermont-Ferrand and the surrounding area
Can I book online?
Yes, absolutely. You have two options:
- You can book on our website. Secure payment will be processed directly via our partner’s platform.
- You can also book via our partner’s website.
It takes less than 5 minutes: choose your bike, select your dates and complete a secure online payment. A confirmation email is sent straight away. Would you prefer to speak to someone? You can also get in touch with us.
Where can I collect my bike?
Do you operate outside Clermont-Ferrand?
Yes. Our coverage area includes the 21 municipalities of Clermont Auvergne Métropole (Chamalières, Royat, Beaumont, Ceyrat, Aubière, Cournon-d’Auvergne, Gerzat, Cébazat, Blanzat, Durtol, Nohanent, Orcines, Le Cendre, Pérignat-lès-Sarliève, Aulnat, Lempdes, Pont-du-Château…) and the surrounding towns: Riom, Volvic, Issoire, Vichy, as far as the Chaîne des Puys. You can collect your bike from the workshop in Cébazat or have it delivered directly, wherever you’re staying.
What should you do in the event of a breakdown?
Can I extend my hire?
Ready to hire a bike in Clermont-Ferrand and the surrounding area?
You can book a bike hire in Clermont-Ferrand in under 5 minutes on our website. Choose your bike and your dates, confirm your booking online, then pop in to collect your bike. The fleet is on site, ready to go.
Any questions before you book? Get in touch. We’ll get back to you quickly.