Site | Type | Distance to Center | |
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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. 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
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.
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.