Vélib’ is a large-scale public bicycle sharing system in Paris, France. Launched on 15 July 2007, the system encompasses around 14,500 bicycles and 1,230 bicycle stations, located across Paris and in some surrounding municipalities, with an average daily ridership of 85,811 in 2011. The name Vélib' is a portmanteau of the French words vélo (English: "bicycle") and liberté ("freedom").
Vélib’ is operated as a concession by the French advertising corporation JCDecaux.As of 2014, Vélib' is the world's 12th-largest bikesharing program by the number of bicycles in circulation; the rest of the top 18 are in Chinese cities.As of July 2013, Velib' has the highest market penetration with 1 bike per 97 inhabitants, followed by Vélo'v in Lyon with 1 bike per 121 residents, and Hangzou in China with 1 per 145. Since December 2011, Vélib’ has been complemented by Autolib', an electric carsharing scheme operating on similar principles.
History
The initiative was proposed by Paris mayor and French Socialist Party member Bertrand Delanoë. The system was launched on 15 July 2007, following Lyon's Vélo'v success and the pioneering 1974 scheme in La Rochelle. 7,000 bicycles were initially introduced to the city, distributed among 750 automated rental stations, with fifteen or more bicycle parking slots each. The following year, the initiative was enlarged to some 16,000 bicycles and 1,200 rental stations, with roughly one station every 300 metres (980ft) throughout the city centre. making Vélib' the third-most-extensive system of its kind in the world, surpassed in station numbers only by systems in Hangzhou and Wuhan in China.
HOW TO RENT A BIKE (VELIB) IN PARIS - We'll walk you through step-by-step!
Any time you're visiting a foreign country, the simplest of tasks can feel overwhelming. Today we are showing you how to rent/checkout a Paris bike from the Velib community bikes. Have fun and have confidence cycling in Paris!
Don't miss our separate full bike tour video for a suggested route with several of the iconic spots in Paris! It also has the rules of the road while riding in France.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the video by giving a thumbs up, commenting or subscribing for more Paris content. During the past several months while our client bookings are still thin, we've been keeping ourselves busy by trying to bring Paris to you! We're exploring our video style so we'd love to hear what you like and want to see more of! Check out our other videos too and escape to Pa...
published: 14 Jul 2021
Renting an Electric Bike (a "VELIB") in Paris for the First Time
We rented electric bikes in Paris for the very first time and this is how it went and what we discovered.
published: 18 Jun 2022
Honest Rating of Paris’ Velib Public Bike System (not horrible) #shorts #paris #bike
published: 05 Oct 2023
Test Vélib' électrique 2024
Test Vélib' électrique 2024
published: 09 Apr 2024
J'utilise un Vélib' électrique
Par défaut, le niveau d'assistance électrique est toujours sur 3.
A l'arrêt, je choisis mon niveau d'assistance électrique en tapant 1, 2 ou 3 sur le clavier.
Attention : le démarrage du vélo est plus rapide en vitesse 3. Roulez toujours avec les deux mains sur le guidon, surtout en démarrant.
published: 10 Jul 2023
L'app Vélib' s'est refait une beauté
Découvrez une app plus ergonomique avec des fonctionnalités enrichies : une nouvelle carte pour trouver vélos/places dispos et votre itinéraire en un coup d'œil, et toujours vos trajets, votre tableau de bord & espace compte pour gérer vos infos, votre abo et suivre votre conso, une page d'offre simplifiée pour trouver la formule idéale et être guidé pas à pas, infos & astuces pour répondre à toutes vos questions, et signalements pour nous aider à améliorer le service.
Téléchargez l’app Vélib’ maintenant 👉 https://velib.page.link/home
published: 27 Jul 2024
Je prends un Vélib’ avec ma carte
published: 21 Jul 2023
Trying Vélib for the first time in #paris
Biking in Paris can be a challenge but definitely worth the try.
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published: 01 May 2023
How To Use Velib Bike in Paris - We Struggled
How to use Velib in Paris - Paris' public bike share was the first of its kind and inspired the world. We struggled a bit to get going (but figured you might as well get the full experience to set expectations). Help me make better videos at http://patreon.com/jayswanson and then find me on the internet in all of the usual spots:
Grab my guide to Paris here: http://bit.ly/ParisVloggersGuide
More swag here:
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Music by: DJ Quads
My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa and hoping to make the city of light my home ba...
Any time you're visiting a foreign country, the simplest of tasks can feel overwhelming. Today we are showing you how to rent/checkout a Paris bike from the Ve...
Any time you're visiting a foreign country, the simplest of tasks can feel overwhelming. Today we are showing you how to rent/checkout a Paris bike from the Velib community bikes. Have fun and have confidence cycling in Paris!
Don't miss our separate full bike tour video for a suggested route with several of the iconic spots in Paris! It also has the rules of the road while riding in France.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the video by giving a thumbs up, commenting or subscribing for more Paris content. During the past several months while our client bookings are still thin, we've been keeping ourselves busy by trying to bring Paris to you! We're exploring our video style so we'd love to hear what you like and want to see more of! Check out our other videos too and escape to Paris.
And oh, by the way, we're also Paris Photographers, so when you do schedule your own Parisian adventure, let us know, we'd love to take pictures of you and your loved ones! ;)
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01: - Intro to the Paris Velib System
1:03 - 3 Step Assessment for a Good Bike to Rent
3:07 - Doug almost gets crapped on by a bird! ;)
3:59 - Checking the Bike out at the digital Kiosk
7:42 - Download the Velib App & Features
8:58 - Let's Take the Bike!
9:44 - A 4th Check before departing...
11:03 - Insider's Tip to the Best Bikes
12:19 - Let's Take a Ride Together Along the Seine
13:24 - Riding on Rue de Rivoli
14:22 - Pause Your Bike for a Quick Stop
15:12 - That's a Wrap!
#paris #parisphotographer #cyclinginparis #bikesinparis #pariscycling #paristraveltips #paristravelvlog #parisvlog #vlog #dayinthelife #parisfrance #lamourdeparis
Music from TripleScoop Music
The Texas Gypsies - "A Distant Dream"
Any time you're visiting a foreign country, the simplest of tasks can feel overwhelming. Today we are showing you how to rent/checkout a Paris bike from the Velib community bikes. Have fun and have confidence cycling in Paris!
Don't miss our separate full bike tour video for a suggested route with several of the iconic spots in Paris! It also has the rules of the road while riding in France.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the video by giving a thumbs up, commenting or subscribing for more Paris content. During the past several months while our client bookings are still thin, we've been keeping ourselves busy by trying to bring Paris to you! We're exploring our video style so we'd love to hear what you like and want to see more of! Check out our other videos too and escape to Paris.
And oh, by the way, we're also Paris Photographers, so when you do schedule your own Parisian adventure, let us know, we'd love to take pictures of you and your loved ones! ;)
SUBSCRIBE ! MERCI!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzgx...
www.lamourdeparis.com
www.instagram.com/lamourdeparis
https://www.pinterest.com/lamourdeparis
01: - Intro to the Paris Velib System
1:03 - 3 Step Assessment for a Good Bike to Rent
3:07 - Doug almost gets crapped on by a bird! ;)
3:59 - Checking the Bike out at the digital Kiosk
7:42 - Download the Velib App & Features
8:58 - Let's Take the Bike!
9:44 - A 4th Check before departing...
11:03 - Insider's Tip to the Best Bikes
12:19 - Let's Take a Ride Together Along the Seine
13:24 - Riding on Rue de Rivoli
14:22 - Pause Your Bike for a Quick Stop
15:12 - That's a Wrap!
#paris #parisphotographer #cyclinginparis #bikesinparis #pariscycling #paristraveltips #paristravelvlog #parisvlog #vlog #dayinthelife #parisfrance #lamourdeparis
Music from TripleScoop Music
The Texas Gypsies - "A Distant Dream"
Par défaut, le niveau d'assistance électrique est toujours sur 3.
A l'arrêt, je choisis mon niveau d'assistance électrique en tapant 1, 2 ou 3 sur le clavier.
...
Par défaut, le niveau d'assistance électrique est toujours sur 3.
A l'arrêt, je choisis mon niveau d'assistance électrique en tapant 1, 2 ou 3 sur le clavier.
Attention : le démarrage du vélo est plus rapide en vitesse 3. Roulez toujours avec les deux mains sur le guidon, surtout en démarrant.
Par défaut, le niveau d'assistance électrique est toujours sur 3.
A l'arrêt, je choisis mon niveau d'assistance électrique en tapant 1, 2 ou 3 sur le clavier.
Attention : le démarrage du vélo est plus rapide en vitesse 3. Roulez toujours avec les deux mains sur le guidon, surtout en démarrant.
Découvrez une app plus ergonomique avec des fonctionnalités enrichies : une nouvelle carte pour trouver vélos/places dispos et votre itinéraire en un coup d'œil...
Découvrez une app plus ergonomique avec des fonctionnalités enrichies : une nouvelle carte pour trouver vélos/places dispos et votre itinéraire en un coup d'œil, et toujours vos trajets, votre tableau de bord & espace compte pour gérer vos infos, votre abo et suivre votre conso, une page d'offre simplifiée pour trouver la formule idéale et être guidé pas à pas, infos & astuces pour répondre à toutes vos questions, et signalements pour nous aider à améliorer le service.
Téléchargez l’app Vélib’ maintenant 👉 https://velib.page.link/home
Découvrez une app plus ergonomique avec des fonctionnalités enrichies : une nouvelle carte pour trouver vélos/places dispos et votre itinéraire en un coup d'œil, et toujours vos trajets, votre tableau de bord & espace compte pour gérer vos infos, votre abo et suivre votre conso, une page d'offre simplifiée pour trouver la formule idéale et être guidé pas à pas, infos & astuces pour répondre à toutes vos questions, et signalements pour nous aider à améliorer le service.
Téléchargez l’app Vélib’ maintenant 👉 https://velib.page.link/home
Biking in Paris can be a challenge but definitely worth the try.
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...
Biking in Paris can be a challenge but definitely worth the try.
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Biking in Paris can be a challenge but definitely worth the try.
---
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Check out my website: www.safaanhairy.com
Join The Hustlers’ group: https://goo.gl/Cq1dyu
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How to use Velib in Paris - Paris' public bike share was the first of its kind and inspired the world. We struggled a bit to get going (but figured you might as...
How to use Velib in Paris - Paris' public bike share was the first of its kind and inspired the world. We struggled a bit to get going (but figured you might as well get the full experience to set expectations). Help me make better videos at http://patreon.com/jayswanson and then find me on the internet in all of the usual spots:
Grab my guide to Paris here: http://bit.ly/ParisVloggersGuide
More swag here:
http://bit.ly/ShirtOfTheMonth (shirts and hat)
http://bit.ly/JaysGearList (my gear and books)
https://gum.co/camerafour (Disposable Camera Four digital scans)
Follow me here:
http://twitter.com/jayonaboat
http://instagram.com/jayswanson
Music by: DJ Quads
My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa and hoping to make the city of light my home base - at least for the foreseeable future. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlog daily, and love pizza a little too much.
Links below to Amazon are affiliate links - meaning if you click through them and buy something, I'll get some pennies. Thanks! (The FTC wants me to tell you that up front)
FAQ:
How long have you lived in France? On and off for over two years.
What do you miss most about ho- NACHOS
You're always talking about living on some ship. WHAT SHIP? - I made a "Draw My Life" video that explains a lot here: https://youtu.be/-MrvL37jTKM
Where are you from originally? - Pullman, Washington - a small university/agricultural town near Idaho (and yes, the potatoes are amazing).
What do you film with? - I've made a lot of changes recently, but I try to keep my gear list up to date if you want to see what I use and buy some for yourself: http://bit.ly/JaysGearList
What do you edit with? - Adobe Premiere - it's pretty much all I've ever used since high school.
Aren't you ever freaked out by leaving your camera behind to film yourself? - Yep. But not too badly - I tend to be careful when I do.
Why are you living in #Paris? - Because I've always wanted to; I feel at home here: https://youtu.be/4Vivf6MqMxQ
Do you speak French? Oui. https://youtu.be/va1QjaHgij8
You talk a lot about the books you're working on, what are they about? - They're sci-fi (and fantasy) and I've got a decent pitch for you here: https://youtu.be/W2bKt4_Tp4E
Do you make money off YouTube? - Ha, no. I wish. It took me over 500 videos to make my first total $100 off adsense. I think it will slowly change, but VERY slowly.
I really enjoy your videos, how can I support you? - The easiest and best way to support me is through Patreon, where you can pitch in as little as $1/mo to help me make better videos: http://patreon.com/jayswanson
I don't trust this Patreon thing - can I just paypal you? - Here's my ko-fi if that's your thing (and coffee is your game): https://ko-fi.com/jayswanson
But I want to send you something tangible! - I do have a wishlist on Amazon, though it's a bit complicated with the international shipping situation. This is the US one: http://amzn.to/2ykS9Ux
And here's the French wishlist: http://bit.ly/JaysFrenchWishList
Thanks for watching!
How to use Velib in Paris - Paris' public bike share was the first of its kind and inspired the world. We struggled a bit to get going (but figured you might as well get the full experience to set expectations). Help me make better videos at http://patreon.com/jayswanson and then find me on the internet in all of the usual spots:
Grab my guide to Paris here: http://bit.ly/ParisVloggersGuide
More swag here:
http://bit.ly/ShirtOfTheMonth (shirts and hat)
http://bit.ly/JaysGearList (my gear and books)
https://gum.co/camerafour (Disposable Camera Four digital scans)
Follow me here:
http://twitter.com/jayonaboat
http://instagram.com/jayswanson
Music by: DJ Quads
My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa and hoping to make the city of light my home base - at least for the foreseeable future. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlog daily, and love pizza a little too much.
Links below to Amazon are affiliate links - meaning if you click through them and buy something, I'll get some pennies. Thanks! (The FTC wants me to tell you that up front)
FAQ:
How long have you lived in France? On and off for over two years.
What do you miss most about ho- NACHOS
You're always talking about living on some ship. WHAT SHIP? - I made a "Draw My Life" video that explains a lot here: https://youtu.be/-MrvL37jTKM
Where are you from originally? - Pullman, Washington - a small university/agricultural town near Idaho (and yes, the potatoes are amazing).
What do you film with? - I've made a lot of changes recently, but I try to keep my gear list up to date if you want to see what I use and buy some for yourself: http://bit.ly/JaysGearList
What do you edit with? - Adobe Premiere - it's pretty much all I've ever used since high school.
Aren't you ever freaked out by leaving your camera behind to film yourself? - Yep. But not too badly - I tend to be careful when I do.
Why are you living in #Paris? - Because I've always wanted to; I feel at home here: https://youtu.be/4Vivf6MqMxQ
Do you speak French? Oui. https://youtu.be/va1QjaHgij8
You talk a lot about the books you're working on, what are they about? - They're sci-fi (and fantasy) and I've got a decent pitch for you here: https://youtu.be/W2bKt4_Tp4E
Do you make money off YouTube? - Ha, no. I wish. It took me over 500 videos to make my first total $100 off adsense. I think it will slowly change, but VERY slowly.
I really enjoy your videos, how can I support you? - The easiest and best way to support me is through Patreon, where you can pitch in as little as $1/mo to help me make better videos: http://patreon.com/jayswanson
I don't trust this Patreon thing - can I just paypal you? - Here's my ko-fi if that's your thing (and coffee is your game): https://ko-fi.com/jayswanson
But I want to send you something tangible! - I do have a wishlist on Amazon, though it's a bit complicated with the international shipping situation. This is the US one: http://amzn.to/2ykS9Ux
And here's the French wishlist: http://bit.ly/JaysFrenchWishList
Thanks for watching!
Any time you're visiting a foreign country, the simplest of tasks can feel overwhelming. Today we are showing you how to rent/checkout a Paris bike from the Velib community bikes. Have fun and have confidence cycling in Paris!
Don't miss our separate full bike tour video for a suggested route with several of the iconic spots in Paris! It also has the rules of the road while riding in France.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the video by giving a thumbs up, commenting or subscribing for more Paris content. During the past several months while our client bookings are still thin, we've been keeping ourselves busy by trying to bring Paris to you! We're exploring our video style so we'd love to hear what you like and want to see more of! Check out our other videos too and escape to Paris.
And oh, by the way, we're also Paris Photographers, so when you do schedule your own Parisian adventure, let us know, we'd love to take pictures of you and your loved ones! ;)
SUBSCRIBE ! MERCI!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzgx...
www.lamourdeparis.com
www.instagram.com/lamourdeparis
https://www.pinterest.com/lamourdeparis
01: - Intro to the Paris Velib System
1:03 - 3 Step Assessment for a Good Bike to Rent
3:07 - Doug almost gets crapped on by a bird! ;)
3:59 - Checking the Bike out at the digital Kiosk
7:42 - Download the Velib App & Features
8:58 - Let's Take the Bike!
9:44 - A 4th Check before departing...
11:03 - Insider's Tip to the Best Bikes
12:19 - Let's Take a Ride Together Along the Seine
13:24 - Riding on Rue de Rivoli
14:22 - Pause Your Bike for a Quick Stop
15:12 - That's a Wrap!
#paris #parisphotographer #cyclinginparis #bikesinparis #pariscycling #paristraveltips #paristravelvlog #parisvlog #vlog #dayinthelife #parisfrance #lamourdeparis
Music from TripleScoop Music
The Texas Gypsies - "A Distant Dream"
Par défaut, le niveau d'assistance électrique est toujours sur 3.
A l'arrêt, je choisis mon niveau d'assistance électrique en tapant 1, 2 ou 3 sur le clavier.
Attention : le démarrage du vélo est plus rapide en vitesse 3. Roulez toujours avec les deux mains sur le guidon, surtout en démarrant.
Découvrez une app plus ergonomique avec des fonctionnalités enrichies : une nouvelle carte pour trouver vélos/places dispos et votre itinéraire en un coup d'œil, et toujours vos trajets, votre tableau de bord & espace compte pour gérer vos infos, votre abo et suivre votre conso, une page d'offre simplifiée pour trouver la formule idéale et être guidé pas à pas, infos & astuces pour répondre à toutes vos questions, et signalements pour nous aider à améliorer le service.
Téléchargez l’app Vélib’ maintenant 👉 https://velib.page.link/home
Biking in Paris can be a challenge but definitely worth the try.
---
If this is your first time here, welcome, and please consider subscribing to my channel!
Check out my website: www.safaanhairy.com
Join The Hustlers’ group: https://goo.gl/Cq1dyu
CONNECT WITH ME...
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/safaanhairy/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/safaanhairy
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My website: http://www.safaanhairy.com
Let's stay in touch and please comment below!
How to use Velib in Paris - Paris' public bike share was the first of its kind and inspired the world. We struggled a bit to get going (but figured you might as well get the full experience to set expectations). Help me make better videos at http://patreon.com/jayswanson and then find me on the internet in all of the usual spots:
Grab my guide to Paris here: http://bit.ly/ParisVloggersGuide
More swag here:
http://bit.ly/ShirtOfTheMonth (shirts and hat)
http://bit.ly/JaysGearList (my gear and books)
https://gum.co/camerafour (Disposable Camera Four digital scans)
Follow me here:
http://twitter.com/jayonaboat
http://instagram.com/jayswanson
Music by: DJ Quads
My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa and hoping to make the city of light my home base - at least for the foreseeable future. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlog daily, and love pizza a little too much.
Links below to Amazon are affiliate links - meaning if you click through them and buy something, I'll get some pennies. Thanks! (The FTC wants me to tell you that up front)
FAQ:
How long have you lived in France? On and off for over two years.
What do you miss most about ho- NACHOS
You're always talking about living on some ship. WHAT SHIP? - I made a "Draw My Life" video that explains a lot here: https://youtu.be/-MrvL37jTKM
Where are you from originally? - Pullman, Washington - a small university/agricultural town near Idaho (and yes, the potatoes are amazing).
What do you film with? - I've made a lot of changes recently, but I try to keep my gear list up to date if you want to see what I use and buy some for yourself: http://bit.ly/JaysGearList
What do you edit with? - Adobe Premiere - it's pretty much all I've ever used since high school.
Aren't you ever freaked out by leaving your camera behind to film yourself? - Yep. But not too badly - I tend to be careful when I do.
Why are you living in #Paris? - Because I've always wanted to; I feel at home here: https://youtu.be/4Vivf6MqMxQ
Do you speak French? Oui. https://youtu.be/va1QjaHgij8
You talk a lot about the books you're working on, what are they about? - They're sci-fi (and fantasy) and I've got a decent pitch for you here: https://youtu.be/W2bKt4_Tp4E
Do you make money off YouTube? - Ha, no. I wish. It took me over 500 videos to make my first total $100 off adsense. I think it will slowly change, but VERY slowly.
I really enjoy your videos, how can I support you? - The easiest and best way to support me is through Patreon, where you can pitch in as little as $1/mo to help me make better videos: http://patreon.com/jayswanson
I don't trust this Patreon thing - can I just paypal you? - Here's my ko-fi if that's your thing (and coffee is your game): https://ko-fi.com/jayswanson
But I want to send you something tangible! - I do have a wishlist on Amazon, though it's a bit complicated with the international shipping situation. This is the US one: http://amzn.to/2ykS9Ux
And here's the French wishlist: http://bit.ly/JaysFrenchWishList
Thanks for watching!
Vélib’ is a large-scale public bicycle sharing system in Paris, France. Launched on 15 July 2007, the system encompasses around 14,500 bicycles and 1,230 bicycle stations, located across Paris and in some surrounding municipalities, with an average daily ridership of 85,811 in 2011. The name Vélib' is a portmanteau of the French words vélo (English: "bicycle") and liberté ("freedom").
Vélib’ is operated as a concession by the French advertising corporation JCDecaux.As of 2014, Vélib' is the world's 12th-largest bikesharing program by the number of bicycles in circulation; the rest of the top 18 are in Chinese cities.As of July 2013, Velib' has the highest market penetration with 1 bike per 97 inhabitants, followed by Vélo'v in Lyon with 1 bike per 121 residents, and Hangzou in China with 1 per 145. Since December 2011, Vélib’ has been complemented by Autolib', an electric carsharing scheme operating on similar principles.
History
The initiative was proposed by Paris mayor and French Socialist Party member Bertrand Delanoë. The system was launched on 15 July 2007, following Lyon's Vélo'v success and the pioneering 1974 scheme in La Rochelle. 7,000 bicycles were initially introduced to the city, distributed among 750 automated rental stations, with fifteen or more bicycle parking slots each. The following year, the initiative was enlarged to some 16,000 bicycles and 1,200 rental stations, with roughly one station every 300 metres (980ft) throughout the city centre. making Vélib' the third-most-extensive system of its kind in the world, surpassed in station numbers only by systems in Hangzhou and Wuhan in China.