Car rental in France

Europcar in France

Hire a car in France and get ready to explore the amazing diversity of French landscapes from Paris and its amazing monuments, the picturesque castles of the Loire Valley or the beauty of the seaside cities, there's always so much to see and do when driving through France.

Europcar has 365 stations across the country. If you’re flying in to France, you can pick up your Europcar vehicle in major airports such as Paris CDG, Nice Côte d'Azur and be on the road straight after you land or pick up your rental car in main stations like Lyon Part Dieu, as well as from major city centers. 

Europcar car rental specific offers and benefits in France

Europcar Privilege Program is our free international loyalty scheme that enables you to earn rewards every time you rent a car with us in over 140 countries worldwide. Earn a free weekend rental after your 3rd rental on public rates, skip the line and go straight to the front and it’s a free and easy sign-up.

Selection by Europcar offers a wide range of premium luxury vehicles that feature absolute style and the latest technology - it's perfect for those who want to experience a journey like no other. Choose from Mercedes-Benz GLE 250D SUV, the turbo charged Holden Commodore Redline or the newly introduced Ford Mustang EcoBoost™ Fastback and Convertible models.

Driving in France

In France, cars drive on the right. At junctions, you must give way to vehicles approaching from both directions.

It is prohibited to drive while using headsets or headphones, whether using them to listen to music or make phone calls. If you get caught, there is a hefty €135 fine.

Drivers must respect the following speed limits: 130 km/h on highways, 110 km/h on four-lane roads, 90 km/h on other road types and 50 km/h in built up areas.

In wet weather conditions, motorway speed limits are 20 km/h less than in dry conditions. If your visibility is less than 50 meters, the speed limit is 50 km/h on all road types.

In France with Europcar

Family vacation? On business? Choosing Europcar for your car rental in France will make any visit stress-free. With a range of car and van rentals to choose from, Europcar France caters to all needs. From city and family options like Peugeot 208, Citroen C3, Renault Megane or premium vehicles such as Audi A4 or Jeep Renegade. If you’re looking for something a little bigger, our van rental includes reliable models including Renault Master and Iveco Daily.

What not to miss while driving in France

France has one of the world’s most diverse and breathtaking sceneries. From the romantic wine regions of Burgundy and Bordeaux, to dazzling seaside destinations like Biarritz and St Tropez - not forgetting the iconic city gem of Paris or Strasbourg. Camping, skiing, trekking, beach or city break, France holds so many different holiday options that the hardest part will be choosing what to do.

We are proud to be European leaders in car rental. To find out more about the Europcar car hire experience, be sure to visit our car rental page!