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Compare several campervan rental suppliers in Nantes easily with Camper Champ. Campervanning is growing in popularity across France, with many international visitors using Nantes as a gateway to explore the Loire Valley and Brittany. Other common motorhome pickup locations include Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux.
One-way rentals are popular for exploring different regions. Many travellers continue their journey through Rennes, Tours or down to La Rochelle.
The A11 motorway runs east to Paris, the A83 heads south towards Bordeaux and the N165 follows the Atlantic coast to Brittany.
Nantes is surrounded by the N844 ring road. Traffic build-ups are common during rush hour from 07:00 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 19:00.
Nantes’ ZFE is inside the ring road and began on 1 January 2025. A Crit'Air sticker is required to circulate in the zone. Current restrictions focus on 'non-classified' vehicles (those that cannot obtain a Crit’Air sticker) during weekday peak hours, according to official guidance.
Campervans up to 3.5 tonnes and under 3 metres tall pay toll Class 2 on French motorways. Take a ticket when you enter and pay by card or cash when you exit.
Wild camping is forbidden on coasts, in protected areas and near monuments. Use official campsites or Aires de Camping-Car instead.
More than ten Park and Ride sites on TAN tram lines let you park your campervan for a small fee that includes a return ticket to the city centre.
| Site | Type | Distance to Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Nantes Camping (Petit-Port) | Urban campsite | about 10 min to city centre, Tram 2 (Morrhonnière–Petit Port) |
| Aire pour campings-cars à Bouaye | Serviced motorhome aire | on the Nantes–Pornic axis (Bouaye), near Lac de Grand Lieu |
| Camping Belle Rivière | Riverside campsite | about 10 min from Nantes, on the Loire |
Aire de camping-car is the French term for a motorhome stop/service area. It can be an overnight stop (aire d'accueil) and/or a services point (borne/aire de services), typically offering fresh water and waste disposal; some also provide electricity and/or Wi-Fi. Prices vary widely (including free aires); where charged, services and overnight fees vary by location and season.
Free/wild camping is allowed in France only on private land with the landowner’s express permission and it remains subject to national restrictions. Local laws may apply in certain areas, so check online or at a tourist information centre 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 and also 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 holiday 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.
You need a valid standard Class B Driving Licence to rent a motorhome weighing up to 3.5 tonnes in France. Anyone from a non-European country with a non-Latin alphabet must bring an official French translation of their licence.
If you rent a Luxury Class motorhome that weighs over 3.5 tonnes, you’ll need to obtain an additional Class C1 ‘heavy vehicles’ licence.
The minimum age for renting a campervan in France is 21 years old, although many companies require you to be at least 23 to rent from them. Most campervan rentals also prefer drivers to have three years of experience before getting behind the wheel of a motorhome.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
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