Ritmic in Bordeaux Métropole: free trials, services, and support for electric bikes
Ritmic works with a network of partners in Bordeaux and its metropolitan area to facilitate your transition to electric mobility. From downtown to neighboring towns like Le Bouscat or Mérignac, test our Yuvy and Ritmic electric cargo bikes in real conditions.
Find out where to try a compact, longtail, or two-seater electric cargo bike for free, and benefit from the advice of our partners for purchasing, long-term rental, and maintenance of your bike. Also learn about local financial aid to reduce your investment.
Partner stores in Bordeaux Métropole
- Bordeaux: Cyclable, Glissup Quai 34, Taalweg, Ecocycle and Boardriders
- Saint-Médard-en-Jalles: Citibike
- Mérignac: Culture Vélo
- Le Bouscat: YounBike
Available aid in Bordeaux to buy an electric bike
Bordeaux Métropole continues its commitment to sustainable mobility by extending its financial aid program for the purchase of specific bikes until 2027. This scheme, supported by the State under the “Breathable Cities in 5 years” program, aims to facilitate access to electric, cargo, folding, or adapted bikes for residents and workers of the metropolitan area.
1. Amount of aid according to the reference tax income per share
| Tax income | Folding, electric or electrified bike | Cargo, long or disability-adapted bike |
|---|---|---|
| Up to €7,100 | €250 | €350 |
| From €7,101 to €15,400 | €200 | €250 |
| From €15,401 to €24,900 | €100 | €100 |
Eligible bike types include:
- Electric-assist bike
- Folding bike
- Cargo bike
- Long bike
- Adult tricycle
- Disability-adapted bike
- Electrification device
The bike must be new or used and purchased from a professional.
2. Conditions to meet
- Be a private individual.
- Live or work in one of the municipalities of Bordeaux Métropole.
- Purchase an eligible bike or device from a professional.
- Provide a certificate of approval or conformity of the bike.
- Submit your application within the year following the purchase date.
3. How to apply?
- Download and complete the subsidy application form (PDF available on the Bordeaux Métropole website).
- Attach the supporting documents:
- Purchase invoice.
- Identity document.
- Proof of address.
- Tax notice.
- Submit your file online or contact the services:
- By phone: 05 56 93 68 00.
- By email: subventionvelo@bordeaux-metropole.fr.