Scooter Rentals in Rethymno

Rethymno rewards anyone willing to leave the car behind. Duck out of the Venetian harbour on two wheels and within half an hour you can be standing under the palm trees at Preveli Beach or looking out over the Libyan Sea from the clifftop monastery above it. A scooter turns those postcard spots from a logistics problem into an easy afternoon.

The old town's lanes are narrow, cobbled, and often closed to cars altogether, so a scooter slips through where four wheels simply can't, then parks wherever you like. Once you're outside the centre, the appeal only grows: villages like Argyroupoli and Arkadi Monastery sit 20–40 km out, an easy hop by scooter but a long wait for an infrequent bus. The coastal and mountain roads out toward Plakias and the Amari Valley are winding but well surfaced, built for something light and nimble rather than a rental car.

Top 10 things to see in Rethymno by scooter

1. Fortezza of Rethymno — the Venetian fortress above the old town, minutes away from anywhere in the city, with sunset views over the sea.
2. Rethymno Old Town & Venetian Harbour — park up and wander the lighthouse, narrow lanes, and waterfront tavernas.
3. Preveli Beach (Palm Beach) — the palm-lined river mouth south of Plakias, reached by a scenic mountain road and a classic day trip.
4. Preveli Monastery — a clifftop monastery on the same route, with sweeping views of the Libyan Sea.
5. Kourtaliotiko Gorge — a dramatic gorge road with a roadside waterfall on the way south.
6. Plakias — a laid-back southern coast village and a relaxed ride through the hills near Amari.
7. Argyroupoli (Ancient Lappa) — springs, waterfalls, and Roman ruins in a green mountain setting inland.
8. Arkadi Monastery — a 16th-century monastery central to Cretan history, about 25 km into the hills.
9. Bali — a small cove village with sheltered beaches along the coast road east of Rethymno.
10. Amari Valley villages — a scenic loop through stone villages with views of Mount Ida, ideal for a full day out.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Rethymno?

For mopeds up to 50cc you need at least an AM category licence, and the minimum age is usually 16, though rental companies often ask for 18 or more. Anything from 125cc up requires a matching motorcycle licence — A1, A2 or A — a regular car licence won't cover it in Greece. Non-EU visitors should 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 Rethymno?

A basic 50cc scooter typically runs 5-10 EUR a day in low season and 15-25 EUR during high season, with premium models reaching 25-35 EUR a day.

• Prices climb from June, peak in July-August, and ease off again after September.
• The cheapest rates are found November-March, though fewer shops stay open through winter.

When to book a rental scooter in Rethymno?

High season runs July-August, when demand is heaviest, prices sit at their yearly peak, and scooters can sell out if you wait too long — book a couple of weeks ahead if you're travelling then. Low season, November-March, brings the cheapest prices but also the risk that some rental shops are closed for winter. May-June and September-October hit a comfortable middle ground: milder weather, thinner crowds, and rates well below the August rush.

Local traffic rules in Rethymno

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for rider and passenger alike, and the police do enforce it, with fines that sting. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on the open road, and up to 110-130 km/h on faster roads, though smaller-engine scooters won't get near those anyway. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but a tighter 0.2 g/l applies to motorcyclists, so it's best to leave the scooter parked if you've been drinking. Keep in mind that insurance almost never covers dirt tracks or beaches, so stick to paved roads.

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!