Bike Rental In Malaga

Malaga has over 300 days of sunshine a year. The city centre is almost flat and there is so much to explore in and around Malaga. One of the best ways to view the city is by renting a bike. In this article, we will explain where to rent a bike, whether Malaga is a good city to explore on bike and also some interesting routes. Read on to see why renting a bike in Malaga may be one of your best decisions when you visit this remarkable city.

Where To Rent A Bicycle In Malaga?

Malaga has so much to see, but for many visitors, there simply isn’t enough time to see all the city. However, there is a solution, and that is to explore Malaga by bike. There is a fantastic bike rental shop only a 5-minute walk from the Alcazaba called La Bicicletta that I highly recommend. It’s a charming traditional bike rental shop with a wide range of different bikes for rent. The best thing about La Bicicletta is the prices. Bike rental starts from just 8 Euros for up to 4 hours. That means you can rent a bike and explore Malaga for up to 4 hours, for the same price as a couple of bottles of beer! I can’t think of a better or cheaper way to enjoy an enjoyable activity in Malaga than this.

They have a choice of a one speed city bike or 6 speed bikes. The bikes for rent are easy to ride and designed for use within cities.  Even if you haven’t ridden a bike for some time, you will find these easy and enjoyable to ride.  Malaga is a city designed for cyclists, with many cycle lanes that will take you to most parts of the city. With over 300 days of sunshine each year and wonderful warm weather, renting a bike is the perfect choice to get around Malaga.

Another reason why I like to recommend La Bicicletta bike rental is that the rental shop is actually next to one of Malaga’s cycle paths.  So, just pop in to the shop, get your bike, and you can safely ride along a separate cycle path towards the beautiful Malagueta beach area and the east side of the city. The shop is also close to Muelle Uno, so there are some great bike routes along Malagueta Beach, along past the lighthouse and around Muelle Uno and Malaga port. The rental shop is also just a couple of minutes from the historic centre and access to the west side of the city. To book a bike rental just click here.

Is Malaga A Good City To Rent A Bike?

Malaga has a Mediterranean climate with over 300 days of sunshine. So, as you would expect, sightseeing by renting a bike makes sense. The city has, over several years, invested in new cycle paths and routes. Malaga, as a whole, is not as busy as other major European cities. Malaga has a population of approximately 591,000 habitants, so that’s far less than most other major cities in Spain. Taking these points in to account, Malaga is a great choice to rent a bike and explore the city.

Which Are The Best Cycle Routes In Malaga?

Since Malaga is located along since the Mediterranean coast, the beach areas would be a good place to start. The route from the bull ring along Malagueta beach is a popular route exploring the east side of Malaga. This cycle route will take you El Palo and along to El Peñon del Cuervo. This route is just over 8 km and takes you along some of the best beaches in Malaga. There are plenty of opportunities to stop at a chiringuito and enjoy a drink or a meal. This route should take around 27 minutes, add more time if you allow stopping for a drink.

Another popular route is along the west side of Malaga. This route follows the beaches west of the city centre. The cycle route takes you along Avda Alameda and past El Corte Ingles department store. You can explore the Huelin Park or even stop off at the Automobile and Fashion Museum. The route ends by the River Guadalhorce in the Gudalmar area of the city. The cycle route is around 9 km in length. It can be completed in around 30 minutes.

Malaga Bike Rental Tours

If you may feel a bit apprehensive about renting a bike to explore a city you might not be familiar with, there is a solution. La Bicicletta bike rental Malaga offers group or personal bike tours of the city. This is a great option for a couple of reasons. You may be anxious about cycling around Malaga if you are not familiar with the city. The second reason is by joining a tour, you can be sure of viewing the most important sights with professional guides. Another thing to consider is, by joining a bike tour, you will have a chance to meet new friends that share an interest in cycling.

Details Of The Malaga Bike Tour

The Malaguetta bike tour, provided by La Biccicletta bike tours & rental, explores the city centre and eastern coastal area of Malaga. This tour is exceptional in that of combines the city centre, port area and eastern beach areas of Malaga. It combines the excitement of viewing some of the best sights in Malaga, while combing an element of relaxation of the beaches and coast areas.

• Cycle along the coast to the town of El palo located by the sea with beach bars serving typical Mediterranean dishes. The extraordinary freshness of its seafood and the way it is prepared make this neighborhood one of the best in the area.

• Plaza de Toro where you can learn about its history. It is located in front of the shop.

• Stop at the City Hall of Málaga and the Bank of Spain.

• View the old customs palace by the port.

• A chance to view the iconic Malaga Cathedral in the historic centre.

• Cycle past the famous Calle Larios

• Stop and admire the historic Atarazana Market.

• Visit Soho, the Bohemian neighborhood with its Murals and street art.

• Cycle along the Muelle one port complex looking at the Center Pompidour in the direction of Farola.

• La Farola de Málaga (Malaga lighthouse) is one of the icons of the Costa del Sol. Its history and peculiarity will be explained.

• The Málagueta, is the urban sandy beach located on the eastern coast of the city. We will walk along the P.º Marítimo Pablo Ruiz Picasso and enjoy its bright colors

• View the Baños del Carmen beach, we can see one of the best sunsets on the Costa del Sol, overlooking the old Balneario, with great views of the Mediterranean.

The total duration of this bike tour of Malaga is around 3 hours. The route covers a total distance of 14.6 kilometers and is suitable for all cyclists regardless of their skill level. The price for, 2025 is just 28 Euros and includes the rental of one of La Biciclettas fantastic Italian vintage bikes. If you are interested in this bike tour, you can find out more information by clicking here.

Conclusion

The warm weather and a good network of cycle lanes makes Malaga a great city to explore by bike. Thanks to businesses like La Bicicletta, renting a bike to discover Malaga couldn’t be easier. It an inexpensive and fun way to bet around the city and see much more than you would be walking. If you are visiting Malaga in the near future, keep in mind how simple it is to rent a bike. You can view bikes for rent at La Bicicletta website by clicking here.