Guided electric bike tour of Lyon

Set off to (re)discover Lyon during an original and fun electric bike tour. In a small group (1 guide for a maximum of 10 people) to ensure maximum safety and friendliness, you get to know Lyon through numerous unusual anecdotes — at your own pace, in a good mood, and without the slightest physical effort.

Electric assist changes everything. Our renewed bikes for 2026, equipped with a Bosch Performance motor, allow you to cruise through the city effortlessly and fully enjoy the scenery, the guide's commentary, and the company of the group—without ever getting out of breath. Smiles from the very first pedal stroke, guaranteed. The electric bike tour is accessible to those over 1.50 meters tall (approx. 4’11") with good cycling skills. 

The tour adapts to your starting point, your available time, and the neighborhoods you wish to discover. From your hotel, the city center, or any point in Lyon — we come to you. The tour can be enhanced with optional activities according to your preferences for an even more personalized experience.

BRIEFING — Welcome and mounting

The guide welcomes the group at our Old Lyon location. Distribution of electric bikes, saddle adjustment, helmet distribution and safety briefing – Presentation of the route and the program. Then we ride.

🏰 Departure — Old Lyon

The tour begins in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Renaissance district. In just a few minutes of cycling along the Saône, the guide sets the scene for Lyon—its history, its two rivers, and its global gastronomic and cultural reputation. With Old Lyon as a backdrop, the tone is set immediately: you are in one of Europe's wealthiest cities, and you are going to cross it from end to end.

🌊 The banks of the Saône

First section along the Saône docks, between historic bridges and Renaissance facades. The guide recounts the role of the Saône in the history of Lyon—a medieval trade route, a natural border between Old Lyon and the Presqu'île, and today a favorite promenade for the people of Lyon. A gentle and picturesque introduction before tackling the Presqu'île.

🏙️ Bellecour Square

Stop at Europe's largest pedestrian square — 62,000 m² right in the heart of Lyon. The guide discusses the equestrian statue of Louis XIV at its center, the unobstructed view of the Fourvière basilica above the rooftops of Old Lyon, and anecdotes about the history of this square that has seen it all — royal celebrations, revolution, bombings, and reconstructions. A must-see that always leaves an impression on participants.

🌊 The banks of the Rhône

Heading towards the banks of the Rhône — one of the most successful and widely copied urban development projects in France. Along several kilometers of bike paths running alongside the river, the group pedals between gardens, terraces, and living spaces. The guide recounts the transformation of these banks, once dedicated to car traffic, into an exemplary public space, and the history of the Rhône in the economic and cultural life of Lyon.

🌳 Tête d'Or Park

Arrival at France's largest urban park—117 hectares of greenery in the heart of Lyon. The guide recounts the park's history, its enigmatic name tied to the legend of a golden Christ buried beneath its lawns, and its role as the city's green lung since 1857. A welcome break, with breathtaking views of the lake from the paths lined with century-old plane trees.

🚇 The Croix-Rousse soft mobility tunnel

Unusual and unmissable experience — the Croix-Rousse pedestrian and bicycle tunnel cuts through the hill beneath the city for 1.8 km. Guaranteed coolness in summer, a unique atmosphere, and the satisfaction of crossing Lyon from one side to the other without effort or detour. A passage that the people of Lyon love and visitors don't suspect — often cited as a highlight of the visit.

🎨 The Fresco of the Lyon Residents

Exiting the tunnel and arriving in front of the Fresque des Lyonnais — one of the largest murals in the world, spanning 800 m² and depicting 30 notable figures from Lyon across five levels of faux balconies, from antiquity to the present day. The guide explains the history of the painted wall movement, which was born in Lyon in the 1970s and has made the city the world capital of painted murals. A visual and memorable finale that brings the tour to a perfect close.

Duration | 1.5 to 4 hours depending on the chosen route
Participants | 80p max — 10 people per guide
Starting point | From your hotel or meeting point of your choice
Electric bikes | Equipped with a Bosch motor and front basket
Helmets | Provided and Recommended
Required level | Good cycling skills — accessible from 1.50m tall
Route | Wide and safe bike paths
Languages | French, English or Spanish
Options | Customizable to your liking
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