Vélib Métropole
Vélib métropole is the public bicycle sharing system proposed by Paris. It’s the widest network in the centre of Paris and the nearby suburb with 1500 stations and 20.000 bikes. There are two types of bicycles: Green ones (mechanical / classic) and blue ones (electrical).
It's way easier to register and subscribe single ride or day pass through the website or the app BEFORE going to the station. You need a credit card. A €300 security deposit is required. It will only be charged in the event that the bicycle is not returned or is returned damaged. Count 3 euros for a single 45-minute long rent, 5 euros for a 24-hour pass for mechanical bike, 10 € for 24-hour pass (both mechanical and electric bikes included) or 20 euros for a 3-day pass (both mechanical and electric bikes included). To avoid paying extra money, you have to change Vélib every 30, 45 or 60 minutes, depending on the plan you choose.
More info on the website : https://www.velib-metropole.fr/en/offers Bikes can be used 7 days a week, 24 hour/day. You have to secure your bike at a station (docking point).
Tips: From experience, there are usually more electric bikes available at the docking stations. Check the bike's brakes before taking one out of a docking point, as the bikes are not always in good shape.
Three other large companies offering bike-sharing services in Paris are Dott, Lime, and Voi.
Dott
This company proposes shared ebikes services in Paris and Aubervilliers cities. There are about 8000 bicycles. No docking spot. Bikes are to be parked in general bicycle parking spot.
Rates (for information only): Per ride (excluding pass) : €1 (unlocking fee) + €0.28/min. FYI, here are some fare examples Dott Flex: €4.99 for an unlimited number of 30-minute trips at €1.75 each for 30 days 2 rides: €3.99 for 2 journeys of 30 min, valid for 24 hours Dott Pro: €12.99 for an unlimited number of 30-minute journeys, at €1.00 each for 30 days
Lime
No docking spot. Bikes are to be parked in general bicycle parking spot. It can be used 7-days a week, 24 hour/day Rates (subject to adjustment) : 1 euro (unlocking fee) + €0.28/min per journey (excluding LimePass) LimePass : 30-minute package - €3.99 - use within 24 hours - free unlocking fee 60-minute package - €7.99 - to be used within 3 days - free unlocking fee Vélotaf package - €19.99 - use within 7 days - Free unlocking fees 400 minutes package - €39.99 - use within 30 days - Free unlocking fees
Voi
About 6000 shared e-bikes in Paris. It can be used 7days a week, 24 hour/day
Other options
Lokki rent
This agency can help you to find a bicycle to rent
Paris à velo
The shop is located at the following address: 22 rue Alphonse Baudin, 75011 Paris, and is open 9.30 am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm (week day) or 7pm Saturday and Sunday. Count between 35-45 euros per day, depending on the bikes.
Tours rental / Holland bikes
3 pick ups locations : Opéra house area (open from 9am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 6pm) while Arc de Triomphe or Notre-Dame are 24h/24, 7j/7. Count 50 to 90 euro for 2 days depending on the bike.