Discover Montreuil-Bellay’s Medieval Streets and Riverside by Bike
Montreuil-Bellay is a town made for taking your time. Its medieval centre is built around an impressive château, with fortified gates, old townhouses and narrow streets that reveal centuries of history. Below the ramparts, the Thouet River brings a greener, quieter side to the town.
Set beside the Thouet River at the foot of Montreuil-Bellay’s medieval ramparts, this campsite offers a memorable base for a family cycling holiday, with the château and historic town close by. We deliver your bikes directly to your plot.
Campsites
Camping Le Thouet
Set in green surroundings beside the Thouet, this family-friendly campsite has large pitches, a swimming pool and mobile-home accommodation. It’s a lovely base for relaxed bike rides and exploring Montreuil-Bellay with the family. We deliver your bikes directly to your tent!
Anywhere
Wherever you're staying
Staying in a hotel, B&B, guesthouse or somewhere else in Montreuil-Bellay? We can deliver all your family bike requirements
Riding from Montreuil-Bellay
The Château and Medieval Town
Discover the landmark that defines Montreuil-Bellay. Its medieval fortress, 13 towers and substantial ramparts tell the story of a town built to defend an important crossing of the Thouet.
Le Passeur du Thouet
look out for Le Passeur du Thouet, a traditional ferry pulled across the river by hand. The crossing is seasonal, so check availability before setting out; a marked trail on the far bank lets you discover the riverside landscape.
Le Prieuré des Nobis
A historic religious site closely connected to the development of Montreuil-Bellay
What clients say
Petrae
★★★★★
After submitting my request via the QR code, I expected a reply email, but instead, Tim himself was at the door within half an hour with the two requested bikes. Great service, a nice, relaxed man with time and a chat.…
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Visited in August 2026
Amy
★★★★★
Really great experience with Tim. Asked for a quote, got it the next day. Fair price for the service. Had 2 bikes (plus lock, helmet, paniers) dropped at our hotel in Saumur and then picked up a few days later in…
Visited in August 2026
Kate
★★★★★
Excellent service. We hired the bikes one day and had them delivered the next. We could cycle direct from our village and explored a few villages along the Loire which was great. All bikes, 2 x electric and 1 kids were…
Visited in August 2026
Robin
★★★★★
Delivered on time at the hotel, and picked up right as we got back. Good communication, good price and decent bikes. Had a great day touring through the area on Tim’s bikes. Would recommend.
Visited in August 2026
MIM
★★★★★
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding bike rental service!
I cannot recommend Saumur Bike Hire highly enough. From the very first contact, the communication was superb — we booked the day before and everything was arranged quickly…
Visited in July 2026
John
★★★★★
Smooth. Highly recommend. We drove to owners location and started from his place. Beautiful scenery and great biking on not to traveled roads. Owner gave us great advice. It was a perfect day and experience. Saw a ton…
Visited in June 2026
LALan
★★★★★
Highly recommended.
Superb, new bikes. Delivered and collected on time at our hotels. Really good communication throughout with Tim, who speaks fluent English.
Whatsapp details provided for any questions on the…
Visited in September 2025
Briony
★★★★★
Hired bikes for the day for a family of 3 adults 4 kids, got bikes of all sizes suitable for the kids. The host gave us a couple of recommended routes and we took the 30km one which was perfect, lovely chateau and lunch…
Visited in July 2025
Rosalyn
★★★★★
I rented a bike which was delivered and picked up again exactly on time. I had no problems with the bike or equipment provided and communication was super easy. I would definitely recommend!
Visited in June 2025
Linus
★★★★★
Great service and bikes, thanks again!
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Visited in June 2025
blairp
★★★★★
SaumurBikeHire saved my cycling trip!
I had rented a hybrid bike from another company as part of my bike tour, but the bike was much too large and heavy for me and unsafe for me to ride. On day 2 of the tour when we…
Visited in September 2024
Victoria H
★★★★★
Family 26K Cycling day
A fantastic friendly business near Saumur but in a very pretty rural area. They also do bike delivery. Great communication. Efficient and organised. We were let down by another company and having…
Visited in June 2023
DCTraveler11
★★★★★
easy bike hire in Loire valley
Tim as great--very responsive via email and what's app. He met us with bikes and helmet and panniers at one location and picked up from hotel in another city at end of our trip a few days…
Visited in July 2021
Antu
★★★★★
Booking (...) 3 electric bikes and accessories for our group was straightforward and went without a hitch. The bikes were very new and a smooth easy ride. We arranged for Tim to come and pick up the bikes and 4 people…
Visited in June 2026
A Beek
★★★★★
Yesterday morning, we filled out the contact form via the QR code at the campsite. We received a super fast response, and within a few hours, the bike was already delivered to our pitch.
The service is perfect! The…
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Visited in July 2025
Deena
★★★★★
Tim was an excellent host. Communication was superb. Despite the time difference, we received a very prompt response from him when we were planning our trip. Once we arrived in Saumur, Tim met us at our scheduled time…
Visited in June 2025
Some of the places we deliver to near here
We can deliver your bikes directly to your accommodation in and around Montreuil-Bellay.
About SaumurBikeHire
Quality bike and e-bike hire makes it easy to explore the Loire Valley by bicycle, with options available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
A range of bikes caters for relaxed cycling, longer rides and exploring the countryside, while convenient bike delivery allows customers to have their bikes delivered directly to their accommodation or another agreed location. This makes the hire process simple and hassle-free.
Electric bikes provide extra assistance for hills and longer journeys, while standard bikes offer an enjoyable way to discover the area at your own pace.
Essential cycling accessories and equipment are also available, helping customers enjoy a comfortable and practical day on the road.
Whether planning a short ride or a multi-day cycling adventure, flexible bike rental and delivery options provide a convenient way to discover the Loire Valley by bike.
