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Compare multiple motorhome rental suppliers in Lyon easily with Camper Champ. Lyon serves as a central hub for RV travel across France, positioned between Paris and the Mediterranean coast. Popular pickup locations include Paris, Nice, Marseille and Toulouse. Many international travelers use Lyon as a starting point for exploring the Rhône-Alpes region or continuing south to Provence and the French Riviera.

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28 Boulevard Charles de Gaulle, Décines-Charpieu, France

430 Rue du Companet, 69140 Rillieux-la-Pape, Lyon, France

69125 Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon Metropolis, France

22 Rue de la Haye, 38070 Saint-Quentin-Fallavier, Lyon, France

28 Chemin de Genas, Saint-Priest, Lyon, France

Driving a Campervan around Lyon

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 tons and under 3 meters 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 center for a low daily fee.

Places to Stay in a Motorhome

Site	Type	Distance to Center
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is wild camping in an RV allowed in France?

Free/Wild camping is allowed in France only on private land with express permission from the landowner. Local laws may apply in certain areas so check online or at an information center for regional guidelines.

France has over 10,000 campgrounds and these are quite affordable starting at around €10 ($11 USD) per night

Is a one-way campervan rental possible?

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) – traveling 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.

What type of license do you need to rent a campervan in France?

To rent a motorhome weighing up to 7,716 pounds in France, you need a valid standard Class B Driving License. Anyone from a country outside Europe with a non-Latin alphabet must bring an official French translation of their license.

If you plan to rent a Luxury Class motorhome that weighs over 7,716 pounds, you'll need to secure an additional Class C1 'heavy vehicles' license.

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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