Campervan Rental in France
The Ultimate Guide (Part 2)

France is incredibly welcoming to motorhomes: it welcomes them on its roads and in its towns and especially in places that cater to tourists. You will often find parking designated just for RVs, frequently including overnight stops. And it’s fairly simple to find cassette toilets and faucets to replenish your motorhome’s fresh water supply.

You will be hard-pressed to find a more vast and interesting country for a road trip adventure than France. While you may be in a rush to get on the road, however, there are some simple guidelines and advice you need to keep in mind while driving:

• You must be at least 18 to drive a campervan — no exceptions
• Always have your passport, driver’s license, proof of insurance and registration handy.
• A certified breathalyser should be on board at all times. Single-use certified breathalyzers are now available in many supermarkets, chemists and garages throughout France, at a cost of about 1€ or 2€ each
• Make sure that you have a red emergency triangle onboard as it is required by law you do so in the event of an emergency
• Watch for speed limits and note that you are required to slow down in wet or wintery conditions
• Often rental vehicles will provide drivers’ guides and online tutorials for international customers who may not be familiar with the road rules in France. Read them over before you hit the motorways
• Consider adding a GPS if it is not included with your rental package so you always know where you are going.