Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Katerini

Katerini doesn't announce itself the way Athens or Santorini do, and that's exactly the point. Base yourself here on the Pieria coast and you're minutes from the Thermaic Gulf on one side and the pine-covered flanks of Mount Olympus on the other. Hop on a motorcycle and you can have breakfast by the sea at Paralia Katerinis, then be winding up toward the Olympus trailheads before lunch — a combination that's awkward by bus and unnecessarily boxed-in by car.

This is genuinely two-wheel country. The coast road is flat, wide and easy, so you can cover the distance between beach towns without effort, while the approach roads into Litochoro and up toward Prionia are narrow and twisty in a way that rewards a bike far more than a car. Parking is another quiet advantage: at a trailhead café or in a tiny mountain village square, you'll be tucking a bike into a spot a car could never use. It also makes half-day detours — a castle here, a stone village there — feel like nothing rather than a logistical decision.

Top 10 things to see in Katerini by motorcycle

1. Litochoro & the Enipeas Gorge — the gateway town to Olympus, with a riverside gorge trail and cafés right at the trailhead, a short ride south of Katerini.
2. Mount Olympus (road to Prionia) — a winding climb through pine forest to the Olympus trailheads, with viewpoints over the Pieria plain along the way.
3. Dion Archaeological Site — an ancient sanctuary city at the foot of Olympus, with ruins, a museum and shaded, spring-fed walking paths.
4. Platamon Castle — a Byzantine hilltop fortress overlooking the Thermaic Gulf, with some of the best coastal views around.
5. Paralia Katerinis — Katerini's own beach town, an easy out-and-back with a long promenade and seaside tavernas.
6. Korinos Beach — a quieter stretch of sand south along the coast road, good for a relaxed loop.
7. Nei Poroi — a small coastal village north of Katerini, part of an easy seafront route.
8. Old Panteleimonas — a restored stone-built mountain village on the Olympus slopes, reached via a scenic uphill road.
9. Vergina (Aigai) Royal Tombs — the UNESCO-listed Macedonian royal tombs, a longer inland ride but a major historical highlight of the region.
10. Pydna coastal road — a quiet route south past farmland and sea, ideal for an unhurried afternoon.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Katerini?

The licence you need depends on the bike: mopeds up to 50cc call for at least an AM category, while anything 125cc and up needs the matching motorcycle licence (A1, A2 or A) — a car licence won't cover you here. Minimum age is generally 16 for 50cc mopeds and 18 for the motorcycle categories, though rental companies often set their own, higher minimums. If you're coming from outside the EU, bring an International Driving Permit alongside your home licence. Expect to leave a deposit, usually as a credit-card hold, with the amount set by the individual rental company.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Katerini?

During low season you're looking at around 25-30 EUR per day, rising to 40-55 EUR per day in high season, and 45-70 EUR per day for a larger-cc scooter or motorcycle.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July-August.
• April-May and October are the cheapest months to book a motorcycle rental in Katerini.
• Booking ahead in peak summer helps, since the best bikes go quickly.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Katerini?

High season runs July through August, when prices peak and popular models sell out early, so if you're planning a summer trip, book a few weeks ahead. Low season sits in the cooler months, with the best value found in the shoulder periods of April-May and October, when the weather is still pleasant for riding but prices haven't climbed yet. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Katerini without competing for availability, aim for one of those shoulder months.

Local traffic rules in Katerini

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, and enforcement is strict, so don't skip one to save time. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on open roads and up to 130 km/h on motorways, though smaller-engine bikes are often capped lower. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but a stricter 0.2 g/l applies to motorcyclists, so it's best to treat it as effectively zero. Keep your licence, IDP and rental papers with you whenever you ride, and stick to paved roads — insurance typically excludes beaches, dirt tracks and other off-road riding entirely.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to your chosen address.

Why use BikesBooking.com?

• Compare prices from multiple local rental companies in one place;
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• Friendly support if your plans change.

Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!