Scooters are very popular on the streets of Barcelona.
A convenient way to avoid traffic jams and get around town quickly, scooters are an increasingly popular choice.
Today, let's take a closer look at this means of transport!
Scooters in Barcelona: article summary
How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Barcelona?
Scooters are widely available for hire in Barcelona. Prices vary according to the type of scooter and the rental period. The cost of average daily rental is around €25 for an electric scooter. Hourly rates range from €10 to €30. Sharing applications are also available, and cost around 25 cents a minute to rent.
Where can you scooter in Barcelona?
Electric scooters can be used on cycle paths and roads with uspeed limit of 30 km/h. They may not be ridden on the sidewalk unless there is a designated bike path.
Barcelona has an extensive network of cycle paths covering the entire city. At last count, there were over 130 km of cycle pathsall of which can be used with electric scooters.
Many of Barcelona's cycle paths run alongside the road, where they are separated from traffic by a line of blocks. There are bike paths in many of the city's parks and a bike path that runs the length of Barcelona's waterfront, which is just over 4 km long.
Where can I park my electric scooter in Barcelona?
Electric scooters can be parked in areas reserved for motorcycles. They can also be parked on the sidewalk, provided they comply with a strict set of guidelines.
Scooters may only be parked on sidewalks over three meters wide. There must be at least three meters for pedestrians to pass. The vehicle must not be located near a building or within two meters of a bus stop.
You can't leave your electric scooter in reserved parking areas. bicycles. Nor can you leave them chained to lampposts, railings, road signs, benches and so on.
This strict law was introduced in 2019 to control the large number of unlicensed scooter rental businesses that had sprung up in the city.
Illegally parked electric scooters are towed away. The rental company owning the vehicle is fined and will invariably pass on the cost of the fine, plus an administration fee, on the person renting the scooter at the time.
Where can I rent an electric scooter in Barcelona?
There are several scooter rental companies in Barcelona. Rentals are either by the hour or by the day, and include the loan of a helmet (required by law) and advice on riding your scooter in Barcelona.
Lynx agency
Lynx operates a fleet of top-of-the-range XIAOMI scooters and has two offices in Barcelona, at Passeig de Sant Joan and Carrer del Comte d'Urgell. The rental price includes a helmet and charger. You can either collect your scooter from one of their offices, or have it delivered to your hotel or apartment.
Jetscoot
Jetscoot rents three different types of electric scooters from its offices in Carrer de Sant Pere Més Baix. They also have other offices where they rent out electric bicyclesjet skis and other water sports equipment.
GoMeep
For longer stays, or if you're planning to move to Barcelona, GoMeep rents electric scooters by the month at a very competitive price. The minimum rental period is currently of two months.
A few rules to follow regarding your electric scooter
First of all, electric scooters can be driven on roads with a speed limit of 30 km/h or on cycle paths.
They may not be ridden on the sidewalk unless there is a designated bike path. In case of violation, the maximum fine is €500.
The maximum speed for scooters is 25 km/h when travelling on a cycle track on the road, or 10 km/h on cycle tracks located on sidewalks or in pedestrian zones.
They can also be used in parks with a maximum speed of 10 km/h.
The minimum age for driving an electric scooter with a maximum speed of 25 km/h is 15, although some rental companies set a minimum age of 16.
Electric scooters with a maximum speed of 25 km/h can be driven without a license.
Finally, you must wear a helmet when driving an electric scooter in Barcelona.
Renting a scooter in Barcelona is an easy and economical way to discover the city. During your vacation, I recommend you try out this special means of transport. You won't enjoy discovering the city from the comfort of your own horse!
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