Scooter Rentals in Volos

Volos sits at the foot of Mount Pelion, and that's the real reason to grab a scooter here rather than a bus ticket. Ride up out of the harbour and within twenty minutes you're winding through chestnut and beech forest toward Makrinitsa, the "balcony of Pelion," where a cobbled square shaded by a giant plane tree opens onto views over the whole Pagasetic Gulf. Push a little further and you reach Damouchari, the pebble cove where "Mamma Mia!" was filmed, or the twin coves of Mylopotamos Beach split by their own natural rock arch. None of this is easy to reach any other way.

The city itself is small enough to cross in minutes, so a scooter never feels like overkill for getting around town. Its real value shows once you head for the hills: Pelion's roads are a tangle of switchbacks linking stone villages to hidden beaches, the kind of route a bus can't follow and a car struggles to park on. On two wheels you can stop wherever a view or a taverna catches your eye, and parking at each village square takes seconds.

Top 10 things to see in Volos by scooter

1. Makrinitsa — the "balcony of Pelion," a cobbled square under a huge plane tree with sweeping views over the Pagasetic Gulf, a short ride up the mountain from Volos.
2. Portaria — a traditional Pelion village with tavernas and cool mountain air, the natural first stop on the way up to Makrinitsa.
3. Milies — end of the line for Pelion's historic narrow-gauge steam railway, with stone mansions and an old station worth the loop.
4. Tsagarada — one of Pelion's largest villages and the gateway to several of its best Aegean-side beaches.
5. Damouchari — a small pebble harbour made famous by "Mamma Mia!," reached by a scenic descent from Tsagarada.
6. Mylopotamos Beach — twin coves split by a natural rock arch, among the most photographed spots on the peninsula.
7. Papa Nero (Fakistra) Beach — a secluded pebble beach with turquoise water beneath dramatic cliffs, perfect for a swim stop.
8. Agios Ioannis — Pelion's main beach resort, with a long sandy shore and seafront tavernas.
9. Afissos — a relaxed village on the gulf side, known for its plane-tree-shaded square by the water.
10. Pelion Panoramic Road — the full Volos–Zagora loop linking hill villages and coastal descents, the signature ride that shows off forest, sea view and coastline in a single day.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Volos?

For mopeds up to 50cc, a category AM licence is enough, and the minimum age is usually 16. Anything larger — 125cc and up — needs a matching motorcycle licence (A1, A2 or A), and rental shops in Greece are required to check it. A standard car licence does not cover a scooter here. If your licence was issued outside the EU, bring an International Driving Permit. Expect to leave a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount set by the individual rental company.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Volos?

Prices swing a lot across the year. In low season a basic scooter can run as little as 5–10 EUR a day, while July and August push standard models up to 20–35 EUR a day. If you want a larger-cc or newer model for tackling the Pelion switchbacks in comfort, budget 45–70 EUR a day at peak times.

• Cheapest: November–March, when many shops also run reduced hours.
• Most expensive: July–August, the busiest weeks on the peninsula.
• Best value for riding conditions: the shoulder months, when prices sit between the two extremes.

When to book a rental scooter in Volos?

July and August are Volos's high season — hot, busy, and the time scooters sell out fastest, so book ahead if you're travelling then. November to March is low season, with the cheapest rates but also the quietest mountain villages and some shops closed altogether. May, June, September and October hit a comfortable middle ground: mild weather, open tavernas, and easier availability if you'd rather not plan weeks in advance.

Local traffic rules in Volos

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, and police enforcement is strict, with real fines behind it. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on open roads and up to 130 km/h on motorways, though Pelion's mountain bends rarely let you get near that. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l for most drivers, but it drops to a stricter 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists. Keep your licence, IDP and rental papers with you, and stick to paved roads — insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beach riding.

Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter 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, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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Most of our local moped rental companies have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept scooter, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a scooter, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!