Do you have one of the 400,000 bikes funded in Île-de-France?

More than 400,000 residents of Île-de-France have already benefited from bike purchase assistance, confirming the success of the program.

Since 2020, Île-de-France Mobilités (IDFM) has been actively supporting cycling through a purchase assistance program that has enjoyed widespread success. Over 400,000 applications have already been submitted, representing nearly 150 million euros paid to the region’s residents.

The goal is clear: to reduce the number of motorized vehicles and triple bike usage by 2030. To achieve this, IDFM is relying on three levers: the Véligo Rental service, the purchase assistance program, and the development of secure parking solutions near train stations.

The financial aid covers seven types of bicycles. Residents can obtain €400 for an electric-assist model, a folding bike, or a non-assisted cargo bike, and up to €600 for an electric cargo bike. People with disabilities can benefit from €1,200 for an adapted bike. Electrification kits qualify for €200, and young people aged 15 to 25 can receive €100. Refurbished bikes are also eligible, and a new application can be submitted after five years.

According to the reported figures, 74% of the assistance concerns electric-assisted models, compared to 12% for cargo bikes and 10% for folding bikes. Most notably, the impact on usage is significant: 61% of beneficiaries report using their bikes more often, sometimes years after purchase, and 81% claim to ride year-round.

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At the same time, IDFM has implemented a rental assistance program for businesses since 2024, amounting to €150 per unit per year, to promote commuting and professional activities.

Finally, the Véligo Rental service, launched in 2019, continues to attract users. With 20,000 electric bikes and 1,000 cargo bikes in circulation, it has already convinced 120,000 users, confirming the rise of cycling in the capital region.

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