Top 5 best scooter rentals in Mataró

Mataró doesn't feel like a place you're supposed to rush through. Park a scooter by the promenade at Platja del Varador and within minutes you're riding the seafront with the Mediterranean on one side and the old town's rooftops on the other. Head inland a little and you'll find Gaudí's first real commission, the Nau Gaudí, tucked away from the crowds that flock to his Barcelona work — the kind of find that rewards you for going a bit further than the guidebook suggests.

This is a compact coastal town with narrow old-town lanes, a long seafront promenade, and hilly streets climbing away from the sea, and that combination is exactly where a scooter earns its keep. A car struggles to park anywhere near Plaça Gran, and covering the Camí de Ronda coastal path or nearby Maresme towns on foot simply isn't realistic. On two wheels, none of that is a problem — and you can be in Vilassar, Caldes d'Estrac, or even Barcelona within the day, without waiting on a train timetable.

Top 10 things to see in Mataró by scooter

1. Platja del Varador — Mataró's main city beach with a promenade, an easy, flat ride along the seafront to start or end the day.
2. Nau Gaudí de Mataró — Antoni Gaudí's first major commission, a former textile cooperative building, a short ride from the old town for architecture fans.
3. Basílica de Santa Maria de Mataró — the city's main church on Plaça de Santa Maria, a natural stop when exploring the historic centre.
4. Plaça Gran — the arcaded main square of the old town, good for parking up and walking the surrounding shopping streets.
5. Mercat de Mataró — the central covered market, worth a ride in for local produce and a coffee break.
6. Passeig Marítim de Mataró — the seafront promenade connecting the port and beaches, a scenic, flat coastal cruise on two wheels.
7. Port de Mataró (Club Nàutic) — the marina at the south end of the seafront, a pleasant ride for sea views and boats.
8. Camí de Ronda — the coastal path linking Mataró to neighbouring Maresme towns like Vilassar and Caldes d'Estrac, a classic scooter route along the coast.
9. El Rengle / Torre Llauder Roman remains — Roman-era ruins near the seafront, an easy detour for a bit of ancient history.
10. Parc del Turó de Mataró — a hillside park giving views over the city and the sea, a short climb that rewards a scooter more than a walk.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Mataró?

For a moped up to 50cc, an AM licence is enough, and a full car licence covers this too. For a 125cc scooter you'll need an A1 motorcycle licence — a car licence only qualifies locals who've held it for three years, so most visitors from outside the EU should plan on an A1. If your licence wasn't issued in the EU or EEA, bring an International Driving Permit along with your home licence, as rental desks generally ask for it. Expect a minimum age requirement, usually 18 or 21 depending on the vehicle, and a deposit blocked on a credit card in your name.

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

Average rental prices run from EUR 5–12 per day in low season up to EUR 18–25 per day in high season, with premium models reaching EUR 25–35 per day.

• Cheapest: November to February, when tourist demand along the coast drops off.
• Dearest: July and August, peak Mediterranean summer and the busiest stretch for Costa del Maresme beach tourism.

When to book a rental scooter in Mataró?

If you're aiming for July or August, book well ahead — that's when demand and prices both peak along this stretch of coast. From November through March you'll find low season pricing and little need to plan far in advance. May, June, September and October sit in between and are generally the most pleasant months to actually be riding, with milder weather and thinner crowds than the height of summer.

Local traffic rules in Mataró

Spain drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for scooter and moped riders and passengers, 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 streets, 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 if you've held your licence less than two years. Ride with dipped headlights on at all times, and leave the phone and headphones alone while you're on the move.

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!