Cycle through Lecce’s stunning Baroque streets and the serene Salento countryside with Velo Service’s flexible six-day bike rental. A perfect blend of culture and outdoor adventure awaits.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
up to 6 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for moderate fitness; mostly flat terrain with some gentle hills nearby
Wildlife
History
Lecce’s Baroque architecture flourished in the 17th century, marked by intricate stone carvings found throughout the city.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving Lecce’s historic stonework and promoting sustainable tourism that respects the fragile Apulian countryside.
Velo Service
Cycle through Lecce’s stunning Baroque streets and the serene Salento countryside with Velo Service’s flexible six-day bike rental. A perfect blend of culture and outdoor adventure awaits.
Velo Service is a bike rental and tour operator based in Lecce, Puglia, offering a wide range of cycling and urban mobility experiences across Puglia and Bari. The company provides trekking bikes, city bikes, family options and cargo solutions like bike-rickshaws and cargo bikes for short rides or utility use. Rentals range from one-hour city trips to multi-day hires (up to seven days), and safety gear and complimentary city maps are included to support independent exploration.
Guided options include 2-hour and longer guided bicycle tours of Bari and Lecce, specialized experiences such as Segway tours, risciò (bike-rickshaw) city rides, street food tours, and themed cultural routes like archaeological or shopping itineraries. Culinary activity choices pair cycling or walking with hands-on cooking lessons — for example, orecchiette and focaccia workshops — and often include tastings such as Primitivo wine and gelato.
Velo Service also coordinates transfers for day trips to regional highlights like Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, the Caves of Castellana and Matera, connecting bike rental convenience with wider sightseeing. Availability includes weekday and evening options for select services (for example, risciò rentals on Tuesday evenings); booking in advance is recommended for specialized tours and private experiences.
All descriptions above are factual to the available offerings. Velo Service serves visitors seeking flexible, active and culinary ways to discover Puglia, combining equipment rental, local route knowledge and curated small-group or private experiences. Maintenance services are available through the Velo Città Velofficina workshop for repairs and bike servicing during rentals. Staff provide route tips.
Based In
Lecce, Puglia
Serves Lecce and Bari areas
Rental Fleet
Trekking & city bikes
Options for families and day trips
Rental Durations
1–7 days
Flexible short and multi-day hires
Tours & Rentals
Guided & self-guided
City tours, food & cooking experiences
Reserve trekking bikes, risciò rides, Segway tours or cooking experiences — advance booking recommended for special tours.
Wear a Helmet
Always use the provided safety gear to protect yourself on both city streets and rural roads.
Bring Water
Carry enough water, especially on sunny days when riding outside the city in the countryside.
Check Bike Fit
Ensure your bike is properly adjusted for comfort to prevent fatigue on longer rides.
Plan Your Route
Use offline maps or GPS apps; cell service can be spotty in rural areas around Lecce.
Comfortable padded shorts
Reduces saddle discomfort during extended rides in warm weather.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against spring showers and variable weather.
spring
Water bottle or hydration pack
Keeps you hydrated during city and countryside rides.
Cycling gloves
Improves grip and comfort in cooler temperatures.
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