{"id":67901,"date":"2022-03-01T16:48:02","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T15:48:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.levoyageanantes.fr\/nantes-by-bike\/faq-velo\/"},"modified":"2026-05-12T14:40:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T12:40:43","slug":"faq-velo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.levoyageanantes.fr\/en\/to-do\/nantes-by-bike\/faq-velo\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ: bicycle"},"content":{"rendered":"
What are the bicycle rental companies in Nantes Metropole ?<\/div>

Bike rentals in Nantes<\/a><\/p>\n

You can also take a guided bike ride with the Bike’n Tour<\/a> rental company.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

What are the bike repair shops ?<\/div>

The best places to repair and equip your bicycle in Nantes <\/a>(in French)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where can I find VAE charging stations?<\/div>

At professionals and in tourist sites with the “Accueil v\u00e9lo” label as well as in some biclooParks (see map<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

What does the “Accueil v\u00e9lo” label guarantee?<\/div>

This is a national label that guarantees a quality welcome and services for cyclists along cycle routes. Establishments with the label :<\/p>\n

. are located less than 5 km from a cycle route<\/p>\n

. have adapted equipment: secure bicycle shelter, repair kit<\/p>\n

. have a warm welcome: useful information and advice (routes, weather, etc.)<\/p>\n

. have services adapted to cyclists: luggage transfer, washing and drying of clothes, bike and accessory rental, bike washing, etc.<\/p>\n

The label is intended for accommodation providers \/ tourist offices \/ places of interest \/ bicycle rental and repair companies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Which establishments have the “Accueil v\u00e9lo” label in Loire-Atlantique?<\/div>

Establishments have the “Accueil v\u00e9lo” label<\/a><\/p>\n

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How can I find out about accommodation on the cycle route?<\/div>

Consult our selection of “Accueil V\u00e9lo” label accommodation<\/a> in Nantes Metropole, as well as the France V\u00e9lo Tourisme<\/a> website which is full of information on itineraries, accommodation and good tips.<\/p>\n

The websites of the Loire \u00e0 v\u00e9lo<\/a> and the V\u00e9lodyss\u00e9e<\/a> also list adapted accommodations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Can I come to Nantes by train with my bike?<\/div>

Traveling with a bicycle is possible, the SNCF (national railway company) offers this possibility but be careful, the number of places dedicated to bicycles is limited (reservation required except for the TER regional trains)<\/strong>. We advise you to arrive sufficiently in advance, to avoid peak times and to anticipate your reservation. You can get more information on the SNCF website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Can I take my bike on public transport?<\/div>

Standard bike :<\/p>\n

In the tramway: it is possible to travel with your bike before 7am or after 7pm (1 bike maximum per door).<\/p>\n

Navibus (river shuttle) : access possible at any time (10 bikes maximum\/boat)<\/p>\n

Bikes are not allowed on busways and buses.<\/p>\n

Cargo bikes :<\/p>\n

They are not allowed on public transportation<\/p>\n

Folding bike :<\/p>\n

Access possible at all times on all public transport<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where can I park my car during my trip?<\/div>

Long-term parking is available at the Prairie de Mauves and Neustrie P+R car parks. For more information, visit www.naolib.fr..<\/p>\n

You can park your car safely for a long time and at an attractive price near the airport:<\/p>\n

Atlantique Parking<\/a> 1 rue de l’A\u00e9ronautique 44340 Bouguenais \u2013 Transfert navette 2mn<\/p>\n

Alterpark<\/a> 1 rue Dieudonn\u00e9 Costes 44860 Saint-Aignan de Grand-Lieu \u2013 Ext\u00e9rieur, A 800m, transfert navette 2mn<\/p>\n

Ouest Parking<\/a> 7 rue Belouga 44340 Bouguenais \u2013 Ext\u00e9rieur, transfert navette 2mn<\/p>\n

Aeropark<\/a> 5 rue Charles Lindbergh\u00a044340 Bouguenais \u2013 A 300m \u00e0 pied, borne de rechargement \u00e9lectrique<\/p>\n

Izipark<\/a> 24 rue Christophe Colomb 44340 Bouguenais \u2013 Transfert navette 4mn, borne de rechargement \u00e9lectrique<\/p>\n

Good to know: uninterrupted parking for 7 days is prohibited on the roadway. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

How to calculate a route ?<\/div>

You can consult the GeoVelo website<\/a> or the corresponding application as well as France V\u00e9lo Tourisme<\/a> where you will find the GPX routes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where can I wash my clothes?<\/div>

At the accommodation providers labeled “Accueil V\u00e9lo”, it is the guarantee for the tourist by bike to have services adapted to cyclists such as washing and drying clothes!<\/p>\n

Some laundries in Nantes :<\/p>\n

– Laveries Atlantique Ouest : 3 rue de l’H\u00f4tel de Ville – T. 06 09 63 59 96<\/p>\n

– Laverie de la Madeleine : 11 chauss\u00e9e Madeleine – T. 02 40 47 10 17<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where can I leave my bike while I visit the city?<\/div>

It is possible to park your bike safely in Nantes and in the metropolis: city hall website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The “Naolib bike parking facilities<\/a>” formula allows you to secure your bike for a very low rate: 0.80\u20ac\/day<\/p>\n

Single-park pass valid for 24 hours from the date and time of purchase, allowing you to secure your personal bicycle in a collective enclosure with controlled access, to be chosen from among the 17 car parks available on the territory of Nantes Metropole: Commerce<\/strong> \/ Graslin<\/strong> \/ Cath\u00e9drale \/ Talensac \/ Decr\u00e9-Bouffay \/ Tour Bretagne \/ Feydeau \/ Gare Nord<\/strong> \/ Gare Sud<\/strong> (x4) \/ Les Machines<\/strong> \/ Les Nefs<\/strong> \/ Descartes \/ Cit\u00e9 des Congr\u00e8s \/ M\u00e9diath\u00e8que. The facilities may only be accessed with a smartphone using the “bicloo officiel” app. E-bike option: +\u20ac0.20 per day<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where can I leave my luggage while I visit the city?<\/div>

See our luggage storage page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

What are the solutions to travel light?<\/div>

R\u00eave de V\u00e9lo Travel<\/a> offers luggage, bicycle or people transfer services between Orleans and Nantes.<\/p>\n

Veloc’Ouest<\/a> offers bike hire and delivery in Brittany and throughout the Grand Ouest region.<\/p>\n

Bicybags<\/a> offers luggage and bike transfers.<\/p>\n

Paulette Bike<\/a> offers bike rental and luggage transportation.<\/p>\n

Du vent dans les rayons<\/a> offers bike rental, bike and passenger transport.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Where are the public toilets located?<\/div>

There are many public toilets in Nantes<\/a> (sanisettes or automatic toilets).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

I want to fill my water bottle, where are the drinking water points?<\/div>

Numerous public water points are available to everyone in the city of Nantes: in parks, cemeteries and reception areas or in the street. Here’s where to find these fountains and hydrants<\/a> to refresh yourself or quench your thirst.<\/p>\n

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Good to know: Sites with the “Accueil V\u00e9lo” label also offer drinking water refills for your bottles!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div><\/section>\n\t

Other questions?<\/h2>Contact us<\/a><\/div><\/section>\t\n\t