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Bike rentals

There are a few different bike rental programs in Paris:  Vélib ☎ +33 1 30 79 79 30 In July 2007 the municipality of Paris introduced the Vélib program ( vélo Liberté or Freedom Bikes) making it possible to rent a bike for a very modest price. Numerous stations are found around the city (at major landmarks and metro stations, basically every 300 m). With a credit card with a "puce" smart- chip, you can subscribe for 1 day (€1.70) or 7 days (€8) with a security deposit of €150 & then get a bike. If your card doesn't work in the machines, you can pay on-line for your 1 or 7 day ticket and will be