Performance electric bike
A Lapierre with a Bosch Active Line motor, 500 Wh battery, from 10am to 6pm from Biarritz — the only e-bike in the Takamaka catalogue that performs equally on the seafront and on the trails of the Basque hinterland, from €50.
- 8.0H
- Beginner
Description
⚡ The Takamaka Performance E-Bike in Biarritz is the e-bike that redefines what you can do in a single day on the Basque Coast — and in the hinterland that looks so different from it yet belongs to the same territory.
🚴 Made by Lapierre, powered by a Bosch Active Line mid-drive motor — the benchmark central drive system on the e-bike market — and fitted with a 500 Wh battery for serious range, this versatile e-MTB is built to handle everything without compromise: coastal cycling paths, Bayonne's backstreets, the roads of the Basque hinterland, the tracks between Ainhoa and La Rhune.
🌊 Where the other VAEs in the catalogue stop at the tarmac, the Lapierre Performance keeps going. It tackles the trails, handles the gravel, adapts to the mixed terrain that makes the Basque Country so appealing.
🏔️ From 10am to 6pm , from €50 at the Takamaka shop — the best performance-to-freedom ratio in the e-bike catalogue.
- 8.0H
- Beginner
📍 Takamaka Shop: 13 Avenue de la Marne, Biarritz (250m from the Grande Plage).
⏱️ Full day: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
💶 From €50.
🚴 Brand: Lapierre (Performance range).
⚡ Motor: Bosch Active Line mid-drive motor — benchmark mid-drive motor, natural and powerful assistance.
🔋 Battery: 500 Wh — long range for extended rides on varied terrain.
🌄 Bike type: Versatile e-MTB — suitable for city riding, roads, paths, and trails in the Basque hinterland.
🔁 Online booking on the Takamaka website.
How the activity works
🛒 Step 1 — 9h30am: collect at the shop & terrain briefing
🌊 Step 2 — Morning: warm-up on the coast
🏔️ Step 3 — Exploration: where the other e-bikes stop
🔁 Step 4 — 6pm: back to the shop
Why choose Takamaka ?
Takamaka was born from a desire to develop outdoor experiences rooted in the territories themselves.
Over the years, the network has grown around several destinations while preserving a local and human-centered approach. The goal has never been to standardize formats, but to adapt each project to the specific characteristics of the location and the expectations of participants.
FAQ
What sets this Performance e-bike apart from the other e-bikes in the catalogue?
Two major differences. First, the motor: this bike is fitted with a Bosch Active Line mid-drive — the benchmark on the market — while the other e-bikes in the catalogue use a Bafang 250W rear-wheel motor. The Bosch mid-drive offers more natural, more precise, and more effective assistance on climbs. Second, the type of bike: it's a versatile e-MTB, capable of riding on the road but also on tracks and trails — where the other catalogue e-bikes are confined to tarmac.
What is the Bosch Active Line motor and why is it better?
Bosch is the absolute benchmark motor manufacturer in the global e-bike market — their motors equip the best electric bike brands worldwide. The Active Line is the version designed for mixed urban and extra-urban riding: powerful, precise, and with a particularly natural pedalling feel. Mid-drive (at the pedals) rather than wheel-drive offers better weight distribution, progressive assistance that matches the cyclist's effort perfectly, and superior efficiency on climbs. On the Basque hills, the difference is immediate.
What is the real-world range of the 500 Wh battery?
The 500 Wh battery is one of the largest in the Takamaka catalogue. In real-world conditions on mixed terrain (road + track) with moderate assistance (Tour or Eco mode), range can exceed 100km — more than enough for an 8-hour day (10am–6pm). In Turbo mode or on very hilly terrain, range will be lower.
Is this bike suitable for gravel tracks or MTB trails?
Yes — that's precisely the advantage of an e-MTB over the other e-bikes in the catalogue. This Lapierre Performance is equipped to ride on gravel tracks, forest paths, and the mixed trails of the Basque hinterland. It's not an extreme downhill mountain bike — but for the tracks between Ainhoa and La Rhune, the white roads of the Soule region, or the trails toward Espelette, it's perfectly suited. Talk to the Takamaka team about your planned itinerary to confirm compatibility.
What itineraries can you ride in a full day from Biarritz on this e-MTB?
In 8 hours on this e-bike, the horizons open considerably. On road: Vélodyssée to Hendaye (30km), Bayonne loop and return (about 60km), road to Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Ciboure. On mixed road/track: climb toward Ainhoa on back roads, exploration of the heights around Espelette, approach to the Col de Saint-Ignace and the first La Rhune trails. The Takamaka team can put together a custom programme based on your level and interests.
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