RV Rental Nantes – Compare Prices

Compare 160 Suppliers

Compare over 160 campervan rental brands worldwide.

Compare Prices

Find lower prices and you could save $100s.

No Booking Fees

Easy to use and no booking fees.

Expert Support

Our multilingual support team will help you book.

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 travelers continue their journey through Rennes, Tours or down to La Rochelle.

Map of Campervan Depots

Map of campervan rental depots near 427682

90 Route des Sorinières, Rezé, France

L’Usine, 44650 Corcoué-sur-Logne, Nantes, France

Driving an RV around Nantes

The A11 highway 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 slowdowns are common during rush hour from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Nantes’ ZFE is inside the ring road and began on January 1, 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.
RVs up to 3.5 metric tons (approx. 7,700 lbs) and under 3 meters (9 ft 10 in) tall pay toll Class 2 on French highways. Take a ticket when you enter and pay by card or cash when you exit.
Boondocking is forbidden on coasts, in protected areas and near monuments. Use official campgrounds or Aires de Camping-Car instead.
More than ten Park and Ride sites on TAN tram lines let you park your RV for a small fee that includes a round-trip ticket to the city center.

Places to Stay in an RV

Site	Type	Distance to Center
Nantes Camping (Petit-Port)	Urban campground	about 10 min to city center, Tram 2 (Morrhonnière–Petit Port)
Aire pour campings-cars à Bouaye	Serviced RV aire	on the Nantes–Pornic axis (Bouaye), near Lac de Grand Lieu
Camping Belle Rivière	Riverside campground	about 10 min from Nantes, on the Loire

Aire de camping-car is the French term for an RV stop/service area. It can be an overnight stop (aire d’accueil) and/or a service point (borne/aire de services), typically offering fresh water and a dump station; 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.

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 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.

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.

Other European Destinations

Camper Champ
France
Nantes

Nantes RV Rental Compare