Bike rental on Porquerolles Island + visiting Bormes-les-Mimosas/Le Lavandou

Hi everyone, We’re heading to Hyères starting on 05/11/2025 and want to explore Porquerolles Island by bike. Is it better to book a bike in advance, or can we just rent one once we’re on the island? We’re not sure if tourist season will have started yet. Also, are there any bike rental shops you’d recommend? Or any spots on the island or in Hyères town that we shouldn’t miss?

We’d also like to visit either Bormes-les-Mimosas or Le Lavandou—any thoughts on which one you’d recommend?

Thanks for your tips! Yves

Hi there, It's always best to book in advance, especially if you want an electric bike. All rental shops are pretty much the same, and the prices are identical. Between Bormes and Le Lavandou, I’d go with Bormes, but old Hyères is even better.

and don’t forget the Carmignac Foundation on Porquerolles—it’s stunning. Booking is required on their website