




Toulouse sits where the A61 from the Mediterranean, the A62 from Bordeaux and the A64 from the Pyrenees meet. The A620 ring road forms a 35 km circle around the city.
A Low Emission Zone covers everything inside that ring road. You need a Crit'Air sticker. Crit'Air 4 and 5 engines are banned and Crit'Air 3 engines are only allowed until 31 December 2025.
Campervans under 3 metres high and up to 3.5 tonnes pay toll Class 2 on French highways. Take a ticket when you enter and pay by card or cash when you exit.
Traffic on the ring road is often slow from 07:00-09:00 and 16:00-19:00, so plan fuel stops or meals outside those hours.
Wild camping is illegal on coasts, near historic monuments and in protected areas. Stay at campsites or Aires de Camping-Car.
Fourteen Park and Ride sites on the Tisséo tram and metro network are free with a valid ticket. These sites help you avoid parking in the city centre. Stays are limited to twenty-four hours.
| Site | Type | Distance to Capitole |
|---|---|---|
| Camping Toulouse Le Rupé | Lakeside campsite | about 8 km, city bus 20 min |
| Camping La Bouriette | Urban campsite | about 10 min drive, bus every 15 min |
| Aire de Camping-Car Balma | Urban aire | about 6 km, metro 10 min |
Aire de Camping-Car is the French term for a basic motorhome stop. These sites provide hardstanding parking, water and a waste dump point. Prices are typically six to fifteen euros per night.
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.