QUÉBEC BIKE RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Old Québec by Electric Bike: Pedal the Ramparts, Plaines and Cobblestones with Family-Friendly Gear
Rent electric and family-ready bikes from Cyclo Services to cycle through Old Québec’s Lower and Upper Towns and the Plains of Abraham — a compact guide to the operator’s fleet and family options.
Old Québec by Electric Bike: Pedal the Ramparts, Plaines and Cobblestones with Family-Friendly Gear.
Discover Old Québec on two wheels with Cyclo Services Day Tours: electric bikes and a range of family rigs let you move easily between the cobbled streets of the Lower Town, the fortified heights of the Upper Town and the wide greens of the Plains of Abraham.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Lower Town, Upper Town and the Plains of Abraham
Cycle the historic loops that connect Québec’s Lower and Upper Towns and take in the open slopes of the Plains of Abraham — a concentrated urban ride through the city’s most iconic districts.
Options for every rider — children’s sizes to family trailers
The operator maintains a variety of bikes including children’s 16, 20 and 24‑inch models, cyclatelles (giraffes) for assisted rides with a child, seats for very young passengers and single or double trailers.
Child seats and trailers that widen who can ride
For children who cannot yet pedal, child seats are available for babies able to hold their head (about six months and up) with a maximum seat capacity of 22 kg; trailers and seats extend the possibilities for cycling as a family.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
The experience is an urban exploration: guided by your own pace, you weave between the stonework of Old Québec’s lower streets, climb to the ramparts and spread out across the Plains of Abraham, with Cyclo Services advising on the right bike or family rig for your group.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should check specifics with the operator.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Cyclo Services will advise on the right bike for your needs; if you plan to ride with a baby, note child seats are intended for children who can hold their head (about six months and up) and have a maximum capacity of 22 kg.
Children’s bikes in 16, 20 and 24‑inch sizes are available. The operator also offers cyclatelles (giraffes), child seats and single or double trailers.
Rentals are available for up to one week; discuss duration and rates with Cyclo Services.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a bike?
Rentals are available for up to one week.
Where do I pick up the bike?
Pick up is at Cyclo Services, 289 rue Saint‑Paul, G1K 3W6.
Do you have children’s bikes?
Yes — children’s bikes are offered in 16, 20 and 24‑inch sizes and rental rates reflect the number of children in your group.
What if my child can’t pedal yet?
Options include child seats for children able to hold their head (about six months and up) with a maximum capacity of 22 kg, cyclatelles for assisted rides, and single or double trailers.
What is a cyclatelle/giraffe?
A cyclatelle is a bike option designed for taking a ride with a child who doesn’t yet ride independently, allowing them to participate while an adult provides stability.
Is there a weight limit for child seats?
Yes — the child seat maximum capacity is 22 kg (48.5 lbs).