Car rental: A guide to driving in France

From bustling cities steeped in historic culture, to rural countrysides and beautiful coastlines, France really does offer a holiday for all; and what better way to experience it than by hiring a car and exploring it all yourself.

If you’re planning on joining the average 17 million Brits that visit France each year, you may find our handy tips below useful when planning your getaway

Requirements and Essentials for Car Rental

Age

Although the driving age in France is 18, in most cases you will need to be at least 21 and have held a Full Driving Licence for 1 year in order to hire a car. Some providers may even state you need to be 25 – so always best to check with the company before booking your hire vehicle.

Younger drivers are able to hire cars, depending on the company, but will usually face quite a hike in price as the insurance premiums are much higher. Continue reading

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