Bobigny offers a breath of freedom as soon as you hop on a bike. Easily accessible from Paris, this Seine-Saint-Denis town offers over 20 kilometers of bike paths, along the Canal de l'Ourcq and in the shady alleys of Parc de la Courneuve. You can rent a bike in Bobigny from as little as €10 a day, and opt for an electric bike if you want to climb the rare hills effortlessly.

Pedal your way to the Parc Départemental Georges-Valbon, the metropolis' green lung, where the gravel paths invite you to take a sporty stroll. You might spot joggers, families picnicking or rollerbladers. Then it's on to La Villette, just a few kilometers away: a stroll along the riverbanks, colorful barges and poplar penumbras provide a fresh backdrop for every pedal stroke.