Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Mataró

Mataró rewards anyone willing to put a bit of throttle between themselves and the crowds. Ride out from the seafront along the Passeig Marítim, and within minutes you can be climbing into the pine-covered hills of the Parc Natural del Montnegre i el Corredor, or looping inland to the spa town of Argentona for coffee in its old quarter. A morning by the water, an afternoon in the mountains — that kind of range is exactly what a rented motorcycle in Mataró gives you, and it's why so many visitors skip the bus altogether.

The Maresme coast is narrow and busy, with beach towns strung tightly along the N-II and parking at a premium in July and August. A motorcycle slips through that congestion, tucks into a gap outside the Basílica de Santa Maria, and gets you from one cove to the next without circling for a space. The same agility opens up the hills behind the city, where the roads twist just enough to be fun, and puts Barcelona — some 30 km south — within easy reach for a day trip most car drivers wouldn't bother with.

Top 10 things to see in Mataró by motorcycle

1. Nau Gaudí (La Cooperativa La Obrera Mataronense) — Antoni Gaudí's early industrial building, a short ride from the seafront and worth the detour for architecture fans.
2. Basílica de Santa Maria de Mataró — the city's baroque landmark in the old town, an easy central stop before heading out on longer routes.
3. Platja de Mataró (Passeig Marítim) — park up and walk the seafront promenade, a natural starting or ending point for coastal rides.
4. Casa Coll i Regàs — a Puig i Cadafalch modernist house in the centre, a quick photo stop on the way out of town.
5. Parc Natural del Montnegre i el Corredor — twisty forested roads into the hills behind Mataró, popular with local riders for a proper mountain loop.
6. The N-II coastal road toward Vilassar de Mar and Premià de Mar — a classic Maresme ride hugging the sea, linking small beach towns north and south of the city.
7. Argentona — a nearby spa town a few minutes inland, known for its old quarter and the Museu del Càntir, good for an easy short loop.
8. Cabrils — a hilltop village just above Mataró with viewpoints over the Maresme coast, a favourite quick escape.
9. Turó de Mataró — a high point above the city with panoramic views over Mataró and the coastline.
10. Sant Pol de Mar and Calella along the Camí de Ronda del Maresme — smaller coastal towns further up the coast, with coves and lookout points, for a full-day ride from Mataró.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Mataró?

The licence you need depends on the machine. Mopeds up to 50cc call for an AM licence (from age 15) or a full car licence; a 125cc scooter needs an A1 licence, since the car-licence route for 125cc only applies to Spanish or EU licences held at least three years, and most non-EU visitors can't use it. Bigger machines step up through A1, A2 and A. If your licence isn't from the EU or EEA, bring an International Driving Permit along with it — rental desks usually ask for one. Expect rental companies to set their own minimum age, often 18 or 21, and to hold a deposit on your credit card.

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

Low season runs around 20–30 EUR per day — our own listing sits at 25 EUR per day. In high season, prices climb to 35–55 EUR per day, and bigger touring or sport bikes can reach 60–90 EUR per day in peak summer.

• Prices rise steadily from spring into summer as demand along the coast builds.
• July and August are the most expensive months, driven by Costa del Maresme and Barcelona tourist season.
• November through February are the cheapest months to rent.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Mataró?

High season covers July and August, when prices peak and the best bikes get booked out early — worth reserving a few weeks ahead if you're travelling then. Low season runs November to March, when prices drop and availability is easy. May, June, September and October sit comfortably in between, with pleasant riding weather and calmer roads than the summer rush.

Local traffic rules in Mataró

Spain drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers on mopeds and motorcycles, on every road, at all times. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas (dropping to 30 km/h on single-lane urban roads), 90 km/h on conventional roads and 120 km/h on motorways — mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and can't use motorways at all. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, lower at 0.3 g/l for riders with less than two years' experience. Dipped headlights are required day and night on motorcycles and mopeds, and handheld phones or headphones are off-limits while riding.

If you want to rent a motorcycle in Mataró, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!

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.

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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!