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Lyon sits where Autoroute A6 from Paris meets A7 toward the Mediterranean. The city is surrounded by the Boulevard périphérique (ring road). Take the A46 eastern bypass if you want to avoid the busy Fourvière Tunnel.
A Crit'Air sticker is required throughout the Low Emission Zone that covers Lyon and Villeurbanne. From January 1, 2025, vehicles rated Crit'Air 3 or worse are banned on weekdays. You can purchase this environmental sticker online before your trip.
Campervans up to 3.5 tonnes and under 3 metres high pay toll Class 2 on French autoroutes. Take a ticket when you enter the toll road and pay the fee with card or cash when you exit.
The Fourvière Tunnel often has traffic jams between 07:00–09:00 and 16:00–19:00, so plan fuel stops or meal breaks outside these times.
Wild camping (free camping outside designated areas) is restricted in France. Stay at official campsites or Aires de Camping-Car to avoid fines.
Twenty-one Park + Ride sites on TCL tram and metro lines allow you to park your motorhome and take public transport into the city centre for a low daily fee.
| Site | Type | Distance to Centre | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping de Lyon | Urban campsite | ~25 min by bus 3 | |
| Camping des Barolles | Urban campsite | ~20 min by bus 78 to Metro B |
Aire de Camping-Car is the French term for a basic motorhome parking area with essential services like water and waste disposal.
Free/Wild camping is allowed in France only on private land with express permission from the landowner and it remains subject to national restrictions. Local laws may apply in certain areas so check online or at an information center for regional guidelines.
France has around 7,460 campsites costing around €30.10/night, ranging from €16.10 for an unclassified (no-star) campsite to nearly €60.60 for a five-star campsite. Prices still vary a lot by season, location, and amenities, basic municipal sites can be very affordable, while popular coastal or resort areas in peak season cost more.
Yes, a large number of RV rental companies allow for one-way rentals as well as between countries in Europe.
A one-way road trip is often more convenient and can allow you to explore more of the country. For example, a popular one-way vacation route in France is Paris to Rome via Provence and the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur) – travelling through Southern France along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea through Saint-Tropez, Cannes, and Monaco.
One-way rentals may not be available between all routes, and additional fees apply, depending on the pickup and drop-off locations. Our comparison tool will automatically factor in any additional fees and show you which vehicles are available on your preferred route.
To rent a motorhome weighing up to 3,500 kg (7,716 pounds) in France, you need a valid standard Class B Driving Licence. Anyone from a country outside Europe with a non-Latin alphabet must bring an official French translation of their licence.
If you plan to rent a Luxury Class motorhome that weighs over 3,500 kg (7,716 pounds), you'll need to secure an additional Class C1 'heavy vehicles' licence.
The minimum age to rent a campervan in France is 21 years old, although many companies necessitate that you be at least 23 to rent from them. Most campervan rentals also prefer drivers to have at least three years of driving experience before taking the reins of a motorhome.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
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