Top 5 best scooter rentals in Basauri

Basauri sits close enough to Bilbao that a scooter turns the whole valley into your backyard. Fifteen minutes along the Nervion river and you are parked outside the titanium curves of the Museo Guggenheim Bilbao; a few more turns and you are wandering the tapas bars of Casco Viejo. Rent a scooter in Basauri and the city stops being a place you pass through on the way to somewhere else — it becomes your own route, timed by you, not by a bus schedule.

This is Basque hill country, and the streets here climb and twist the way commuter towns in this region tend to. A scooter takes the grades in stride and slips into parking spots a car never could, while still covering the short hop into central Bilbao far faster than waiting on transit. It also opens up detours that public transport barely touches, like the switchbacks up Monte Pagasarri or a quiet run along the estuary toward the coast — the kind of side trips that make a rental worth it.

Top 10 things to see in Basauri by scooter

1. Museo Guggenheim Bilbao — the iconic titanium-clad museum, a quick 15-20 minute ride along the river.
2. Casco Viejo (Bilbao Old Town) — seven historic streets of tapas bars and the Santiago Cathedral.
3. Puente Colgante (Vizcaya Bridge) — the UNESCO-listed transporter bridge between Portugalete and Getxo, reached by a scenic coastal ride.
4. Playa de Ereaga — Getxo's seafront beach and promenade, perfect for a coastal loop.
5. Monte Artxanda — a funicular-topped hill with panoramic views over Bilbao.
6. Monte Pagasarri — the mountain right above Basauri, a local favourite for views across the whole valley.
7. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe — the dramatic islet hermitage on the coast, worth the longer day trip.
8. Santuario de Nuestra Senora de Begona — a basilica above the old town with sweeping views.
9. Parque Natural de Urkiola — a mountain pass with striking limestone peaks, a classic ride out of the metro area.
10. Ribera del Nervion — the flat riverside promenade linking the Guggenheim to the old town, ideal for an easy urban cruise.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Basauri?

For a scooter up to 50cc, an AM licence covers you (minimum age 15 in Spain), and any full category B car licence works too. For a 125cc model, you will need an A1 licence — a Spanish B licence held over three years only counts inside Spain, so most non-EU visitors should bring a motorcycle licence instead. If your licence was not issued in the EU, carry an International Driving Permit alongside it, since rental desks usually ask for one. Expect a deposit, normally blocked on a credit card, with the exact amount depending on the model.

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

A basic scooter runs from 5 to 8 EUR per day in low season, rising to 12-18 EUR per day in high season. Premium models go for 20-25 EUR per day.

• Cheapest months: November to February.
• Dearest months: June to August.

When to book a rental scooter in Basauri?

High season runs through July and August, when demand and prices both climb. Low season stretches from November to March, with the cheapest daily rates of the year. If you are flexible, aim for the shoulder months around spring or early autumn for a good balance of mild weather and lower rates, and book a little ahead if your trip falls in summer.

Local traffic rules in Basauri

Spain drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger on any moped or scooter, on every road, at all times. Speed limits top out at 50 km/h in built-up areas, dropping to 30 km/h on single-lane urban roads, and mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and kept off motorways. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, tightened to 0.3 g/l for riders with under two years of experience. Scooters and mopeds must run with dipped headlights day and night, and handheld phones or headphones are off-limits while 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!