Ritmic in Bordeaux and Surroundings: Free Trials, Services, and Support for Electric Bikes
Ritmic works with a network of partners in Bordeaux and the surrounding area to make your transition to electric mobility easier. From the city center to neighboring towns such as Le Bouscat and Mérignac, test our Yuvy and Ritmic electric cargo bikes in real-world conditions.
Find out where you can try a compact electric cargo bike, longtail, or two-seater bike for free, and take advantage of our partners’ advice on purchasing, long-term rental, and bike maintenance. Also learn about local financial assistance to reduce your investment.
Partner stores in Bordeaux and surrounding areas
Gironde (33)
- Bordeaux: Cyclable Bordeaux, Glissup Quai 34, Taalweg, Ecocycle - Darwin, Boardriders Bordeaux and Ritmic headquarters
- Saint-Médard-en-Jalles: Citibike Bordeaux
- Mérignac: Culture Vélo Mérignac
- Biganos: Citibike Biganos
- Lacanau: Bicy'Cool
- Carcans: Gliss’up Carcans
- Saint-André-de-Cubzac: Youmouv
- Le Bouscat: YounBike
- Hourtin: 4RIDE CYCLES HOURTIN
- La Teste-de-Buch: Bassin-Scoot by Locabeach
Lot-et-Garonne (47)
- Le Passage: Xavier’s bike workshop
The assistance available in Bordeaux for purchasing an electric bicycle
Bordeaux Métropole is reaffirming its commitment to sustainable mobility by extending its program through 2027 providing financial assistance for the purchase of specialized bicycles. Supported by the French government as part of the “Villes Respirables en 5 ans” program, this initiative aims to make electric, cargo, folding, and adapted bicycles more accessible to metropolitan residents and workers.
1. Amount of assistance based on taxable reference income per household share
| Taxable income | Folding, electric, or electrified bicycle | Cargo, recumbent, or disability-adapted bicycle |
|---|---|---|
| Up to €7,100 | 250 € | 350 € |
| From €7,101 to €15,400 | 200 € | 250 € |
| From €15,401 to €24,900 | 100 € | 100 € |
Eligible bicycle types include:
- Electric-assist bicycle
- Folding bicycle
- Cargo bike
- Recumbent bicycle
- Adult tricycle
- Bicycle adapted for people with disabilities
- Electrification device
The bicycle must be new or used and purchased from a professional retailer.
2. Conditions to meet
- Be an individual.
- Live or work in one of the municipalities of Bordeaux Métropole.
- Purchase an eligible bicycle or device from a professional retailer.
- Provide a certificate of approval or conformity for the bicycle.
- Submit your application within one year of 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.
- Proof of identity.
- Proof of address.
- Tax assessment notice.
- Submit your application online or contact the relevant services:
- By phone: 05 56 93 68 00.
- By email: subventionvelo@bordeaux-metropole.fr.