Bicycle Rentals on Corfu island, Greece

Corfu Town's marble-paved lanes are lovely for a stroll, but the island really opens up once you get on two wheels. Pedal past the Old Fortress and its sea views over Garitsa Bay, then keep going and you'll find yourself on quiet coastal roads that a rental car would just speed past — the flat causeway out to Vlacherna Monastery and Mouse Island at Kanoni, or the pine-shaded descent toward Glyfada Beach. A bicycle lets you stop wherever the view demands it, which on this island is often.

Corfu suits a bike better than most Greek islands. The old quarter is pedestrianised and hilly, so cars and even scooters are more hassle than they're worth there, while the coastal roads linking beaches and villages are short, well-surfaced and made for slow travel. You don't need a licence, there's no parking to hunt for, and at as little as EUR 3 a day it's the cheapest way to string together a couple of nearby sights, like the Achilleion Palace and Kanoni, without committing to a scooter for the week.

Top 10 things to see in Corfu by bike

1. Old Fortress (Palaio Frourio), Corfu Town — a short ride from most rental shops, this Venetian fortress looks straight out over the old town and Garitsa Bay.
2. Achilleion Palace, Gastouri — an easy 10km inland ride to the neoclassical palace built for Empress Elisabeth of Austria, with gardens and coastal views.
3. Canal d'Amour, Sidari — the north coast's sandstone rock pools are a classic day-trip destination for anyone on two wheels.
4. Paleokastritsa — a winding coastal road up the west side leads to turquoise bays and a clifftop monastery, one of the island's signature rides.
5. Kaiser's Throne, near Pelekas — a hilltop viewpoint above the village with panoramic sunset views across the west coast and interior hills.
6. Angelokastro, near Paleokastritsa — a Byzantine fortress ruin reached by a scenic climb, rewarded with sweeping views over the Ionian Sea.
7. Vlacherna Monastery and Mouse Island (Pontikonisi), Kanoni — a short, flat ride from Corfu Town to the island's most photographed view.
8. Glyfada Beach — a well-known sandy beach on the west coast, reached by a scenic descent through pine-covered hills.
9. Old Perithia (Palia Perithia) — an abandoned stone village on the slopes of Mount Pantokrator, a rewarding climb for more adventurous riders.
10. Mount Pantokrator summit — the island's highest point, with a monastery and 360-degree views, a proper challenge for cyclists who want one.

What do you need to rent a bike in Corfu?

Nothing complicated: no licence and no minimum age are required to hire a bicycle in Greece. Most shops just ask for a small deposit, sometimes held on a credit card, and identification. If you're planning to combine your bike trip with a scooter or car later in the visit, keep in mind Greece does require a valid licence and, for non-EU visitors, an International Driving Permit for those — but for the bike itself, you can just show up and ride.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in Corfu?

Bicycle rental in Corfu is one of the best-value ways to see the island. Prices in EUR shift with the season, and mountain or road bikes with better components sit at the top of the range.

• Low season (November–March): from EUR 3 per day.
• High season (July–August): EUR 8–15 per day.
• E-bikes and higher-end models: EUR 15–25 per day even in peak season.

When to book a rental bike in Corfu?

July and August are Corfu's high season — expect the best bikes to sell out early and prices to sit at their highest, plus midsummer heat that makes long climbs like Pantokrator tough going. May, June and September offer cooler, more comfortable riding with fewer crowds. From November to March you're looking at low-season prices and a quieter island, though some rental points scale back or close outside the main months, so it's worth booking a couple of days ahead even off-season.

Local traffic rules in Corfu

Greece drives on the right, and that applies to bicycles too, so keep to the right-hand side of the road and ride single file on narrower stretches. There's no legal helmet requirement for cyclists, but a helmet is a sensible idea on the hillier routes and around Corfu Town's busier junctions. Speed limits for motor vehicles run up to 50 km/h in town and 90 km/h on the open road, so on shared roads expect faster traffic to pass you, especially in summer. If you're mixing in a scooter or car hire during your stay, remember the blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally and a stricter 0.2 g/l for motorcyclists, and insurance almost always excludes unpaved tracks and beaches.

If you want to rent a bike in Corfu, just use the search form at the top of the page and compare what's available near you. Have a nice trip!

Types of bikes available

On our website you can rent the following types of bicycles: classic bikes, tandems, road bikes, carbon, cyclocross, touring, trekking, hybrid, mountain bikes (MTB), cruisers, comfort, city, commuter, urban, Dutch bikes, lady, bike for kids, folding, tricycles with three wheels, bikes with basket, with gears, with suspension, with rear rack, fat-tire bikes, electric bicycles.

Models of bicycles available

On our website you can hire a bike of the following manufacturers: Avanti, Batavus, Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale, Cube, Diamant, Felt, Scott, Gazelle, Genesis, Giant, GT Bicycles, Ideal, K2, Diamondback, Schwinn, Jamis, Raleigh, Kona, Kross, Merida, Mongoose, Next, Orbea, Órbita, Murray, Roadmaster, Rocky, Miele, Rover, Shimano, Vélo, Specialized.

Which insurance is provided with my rental bicycle?

Bicycle rentals typically come with basic cover for third-party damage, but theft and damage terms vary from one provider to another. Some include simple loss or damage protection in the price, while others cover it through your deposit; always check the exact terms on the booking page before you confirm.

Extra services available

When you make a reservation of a bicycle you also can order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, GPS navigation, clip pedals, side cases, rear rack, basket, light, gloves, speedometer, individual guide or tour, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to the address of your choice.

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