Bicycle Shops in Lebanon: Road, Mountain, and City Bikes

Cycling in Lebanon has grown into a real community — road clubs, mountain bike trails in Faraya and Akoura, and bike-to-work culture in Beirut. Specialised shops sell bikes from $300 entry-level to $10,000+ carbon racers.

Bike categories

• Road bikes: light, fast, drop bars — for paved roads and long rides.
• Mountain bikes (MTB): suspension, knobby tyres — for trails.
• Gravel bikes: hybrid for mixed surfaces, popular in Lebanon.
• City/hybrid: upright posture, fenders — for commuting.
• E-bikes: motor-assist, great for hills around Beirut.
• Kids bikes: sized by wheel diameter 12"–24".

Buying tips

• Get sized for the frame — wrong size kills enjoyment.
• Test ride if possible.
• Buy from a shop with a workshop — service matters more than initial price.
• Allocate 20% of budget for helmet, lock, lights, and tools.

Where to ride in Lebanon

• Beirut Corniche on Sundays (car-free).
• Mountain trails: Faraya, Akoura, Tannourine.
• Road climbs: Beirut to Faraya, Damour to Chouf.
• Gravel: Beqaa valley back-roads.