Paris has over 143 kilometres of cycle paths, so it's a waste not to use them. This company has mapped out various routes through the city, so rent a velo when the weather's nice and see three times more on your bike than you would during a day's walking. Cycling in Paris is less daunting than you think. Lots of bicycle lanes are provided, and if they're absent you're often allowed to use the bus lanes. Pick up a 'Paris a velo' from the Hotel de Ville (town hall). It contains a useful map of all the cycle paths and other practical information. You can rent bikes at the address below. More information is available on the website.

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