Cycling with kids in Corralejo: bikes, routes and tips for families

Kids bike hire in Corralejo: what you get

At our shop in Corralejo (CC Lobos Bahía, Av. Ntra. Sra. del Carmen 33) you can hire a kids bike for a single day or for your whole holiday. Our kids bikes have brakes that small hands can reach easily, stable wheels and adjustable saddles, and we check every bike after each rental.

As with all our bikes, the price always includes a helmet, a lock and insurance, so there are no hidden extras. You send a booking request online, we confirm it by email and you pay in the shop when you pick up the bikes: nothing is paid online. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start.

• 1 day: €7
• 3 days: €15
• 7 days: €35
• Helmet, lock and insurance always included
• Pick-up every day, 9:30–13:30 and 15:30–19:30

Which age and which bike?

Every child is different, so instead of a fixed age we look at how confident your child is on a bike. The kids bike is meant for children who can already ride on their own, brake and steer without help. When you book, tell us your child's height in the message: we will check that the bike fits and adjust the saddle before you leave the shop.

If your child is still too small to pedal, ask us about a child seat. We can provide child seats together with your rental; availability and prices are confirmed in the shop, and we will tell you which bike it can be fitted to. You can see what is on offer on our bike accessories page.

An e-bike for the parents

Many families choose a premium e-bike for the adults: from €35 a day, or €25 for 4 hours, again with helmet, lock and insurance included. The motor lets you ride calmly next to the kids, keep up with them when they suddenly speed off, and still have energy for a headwind on the way back. It also leaves you free to focus on what matters most: keeping an eye on your children.

Quiet routes for families

With children, the best route is a short one, with somewhere nice to stop. Around Corralejo you will find several options; we are happy to suggest the right one for your family's level when you collect the bikes.

• The seafront and the quieter streets of Corralejo: ideal for a first ride and a stop for an ice cream. When it is busy, slow down and give way to people on foot.
• Dirt tracks on the edge of town: good for children who already feel confident and want a bit of adventure.
• Popcorn Beach, on a dirt track north of Corralejo: a lovely goal for older children who are used to riding on uneven ground.
• Keep away from main roads with heavy traffic, such as the road through the dunes: they are not suitable for young riders.

Sun, water, wind: practical tips

Fuerteventura is sunny for most of the year and the wind can be stronger than you expect. A few simple habits make all the difference for children.

• Ride early in the morning or in the late afternoon, and avoid the hottest hours of the day.
• Bring plenty of water for everyone, plus a snack: children tire quickly in the sun and the wind.
• Use high-factor sun cream, sunglasses and light clothing that covers the shoulders.
• Plan the route so you have the wind behind you on the way back, when legs are tired.
• Always wear the helmet, even for short rides around town.
• Ride in single file, with one adult in front and one behind if you can.
• Keep rides short and stop often: a happy child at the end of the ride is worth more than an extra kilometre.

Ideas for a family day by bike

Turn the ride into a little adventure: a treasure hunt for shells on the beach, a picnic with a view of the island of Lobos, or a race to spot the most unusual shapes in the volcanic rock. Short stops for a swim or a snack keep everyone motivated.

If your children are older and you dream of exploring the volcanic north together, get in touch and tell us their age and experience: we will tell you honestly whether one of our guided tours is a good fit for your family.

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