Become a Bienvenue cyclistes! establishment
Join the hundreds of establishments that welcome more than 1.2 million tourists and cyclists throughout Quebec each year.
67% of cyclists change their itinerary to visit a Bienvenue cyclistes! certified location during their trip. This recognized certification attracts a rapidly growing cycling clientele, lends credibility to your establishment, increases your visibility, and sets you apart from the competition.
How to get certified?
Increase your visibility among cyclists in just a few clicks.
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Check the eligibility criteria that apply to your establishment.
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Fill out our online membership form.
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Make an instant secure payment.
Your establishment will be added to the interactive map and the directory of certified establishments within 24 hours.
Turn your establishment into a must-stop for cyclists.
Open your doors to a loyal clientele actively seeking welcoming and accessible locations. In 2024 alone, cycle tourists generated more than $803 million in tourism spending in Quebec, an increase of 32% since 2015.
Increase your visibility among cyclists in Quebec
Your establishment will be featured on Vélo Québec’s new interactive map of Quebec’s cycling offerings—more than 700,000 unique visits are expected by 2026.
Stand out from local and interregional competition
Receive a free sign to indicate that you are a cyclist-friendly establishment, a competitive advantage with a targeted and loyal clientele.
Attract customers with high economic potential
Cycling tourists, both local and from elsewhere, spend an average of $132 per day per person locally, whether on food, sightseeing, accommodation, or bike rental and repairs.
Participate in the development of sustainable and responsible tourism
Cycling tourism is an important part of the tourism economy; be part of a network that supports the local economy and nearly 6,500 jobs.
A minimal investment to attract a maximum number of cyclists.
Just a few more customers per year are enough to make your membership pay for itself. Free bike tool kit (value $100) for first-time certified locations!
329$
Membership fee
for 2 years
Tool kit valued at $100 included!
Eligible establishments
Restaurant or food service
Tourist attraction
Bicycle repair shop
Bicycle rental company
Campground1
Hotel or tourist accommodation2
Your certification includes:
Display on Vélo Québec’s new interactive map of Quebec’s cycling offerings.
A detailed listing in the Bienvenue cyclistes! directory.
A sign to display in front of your business.
A subscription to Vélo Mag for the duration of the certification.
- Members of Camping Québec or the Association hôtellerie du Québec receive a 10% discount on their membership when paying with the code ABCDE.
- The price varies according to the number of rooms. 11 to 50 rooms: $499 | 51 to 100 rooms: $639 | 101 rooms and more: $849.
Cyclists associate the Bienvenue cyclistes logo with good service. In my opinion, it's a certification that's underestimated compared to all the benefits it brings.
I've always renewed with Bienvenue cyclistes! because I see the benefits, it's direct. It's a big plus, it's a win-win. I'd say, it must be close to 20% of our clientele, they're people who come by bike.
It's been increasing for the past 8 years, and it's a steady increase! People go directly to the certification website, see that we're on the list, and come to see us.
Customers tell me: “We saw you on the platform or in the booklet, and we decided to come here.” It’s great visibility!
This isn't a clientele that comes in the first year of certification, but it grows over time. I would recommend promoting the certification on your website and social media to reach customers directly.
With other associations, sometimes you don't feel the difference. With Bienvenue cyclistes!, it didn't even cross my mind not to renew. Cyclists associate the Bienvenue cyclistes! logo with good service. They're a loyal clientele, who come back year after year.
Resources to consult
Eligibility criteria
Consult the specifications for each type of establishment to find out the criteria that must be met to be eligible for certification.
- Specifications – Restaurants
- Specifications – Attraits
- Specifications – Campings
- Specifications – Hôtels
- Specifications – Location vélo
- Specifications – Réparation vélo
Bienvenue cyclistes! guides
Already certified? Consult our guides to make your establishment even more welcoming for cyclists.
Contact us
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