Nantes is a beautiful city on the river Loire, the ideal starting point for a road trip in France. Whether you want to travel to the French Atlantic coast, visit the castles of Loire, or relax and unwind in Brittany, you’ll experience beautiful landscapes and top attractions when you rent a camper van from our station in Nantes.
Nantes
Address
24 Chem. des Bateliers
44300, Nantes
France
Getting to the station
From Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): From the airport, we recommend a 20-minute taxi or Uber ride to the roadsurfer station. Alternatively, you can take bus 38 to “Pirmil”. Transfer to tram 2 to “Commerce”, then change to tram 1 to “Bd de Doulon”. From here, it’s just a 10-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
From Nantes South Station (Gare Sud): From the station, the quickest option is a 5-minute taxi/Uber ride to the roadsurfer station. Alternatively, you can take bus C3 to “San Francisco”. From here, it’s a 10-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
Free parking is available at “Le Grand Blotterau”, which is a 20-minute walk from the roadsurfer station.
Alternatively, you can choose paid parking through the company ‘Annexx’. The rates are approximately 30 euros for 3 days, 45 euros for 1 week, or 70 euros for 14 days. To reserve a parking spot, please email nantes@annexx.com. Note that booking in advance is required. Another paid parking option is “Prairie des Mauves”, which is a 10-minute walk from the roadsurfer station.
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Brittany is the ideal place for a camper van road trip. Discover the wild islands and the majestic lighthouses, and make sure to eat some delicious crêpes. It’s also the perfect place for outdoor lovers with plenty of walking trails and bike routes. If you’re more into ocean views, drive to the Atlantic coast and catch some waves. Looking for some more tips for your trip? We’ve put together some highlights for your road trip starting in Nantes in the section below.
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for short tourist visits to France. Here’s what you should know if you’re planning to travel:
Before setting off on your road trip, you may want to discover the beautiful city of Nantes! To enjoy the city center, there are two parking zones:
Please note that most private parking areas will have height limits of less than 6 feet, but you can still find open spaces available for all types of vehicles.
Before you return your roadsurfer camper van, you can refill with diesel and AdBlue at one of these convenient gas stations near our location here:
Please note: The AdBlue service station information provided is for guidance only and is provided without warranty of any kind; customers are advised to check the information for accuracy on their own responsibility, as roadsurfer assumes no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information.
After you pick up your camper van rental, you’ll want to find a place to fill your fresh water tank. You’ll also need a service area to empty the grey water tank before returning your vehicle. Most RV parks offer these services, but here are the closest ones to our Nantes station:
We recommend visiting during the months of May to September, when the weather is most pleasant. You can enjoy the outdoors, taking in the beautiful architecture, the plant garden, or the castle of the Dukes of Brittany. It is also a wonderful city to soak up the French culture with its charming cafes and local farmer’s markets.
