Car hire Grenoble

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About Car Hire in Grenoble

Grenoble, in southeastern France, is one of the most well-known cities in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of the country. It advertises itself as “the Capital of the Alps”, due to its size and proximity to the iconic mountain range.

The easiest way to explore Grenoble and its nearby areas is by car. Whether you want to see what the city has to offer or go further afield, a rental vehicle is the best way to ensure that you make the most out of your trip to Grenoble.

How to Drive in Grenoble

There are several rules and regulations when it comes to driving in Grenoble, and indeed, France. You must familiarise yourself with them before jumping into your hire car and exploring the local area:

• Drivers must be 18 years old to hire a car in France.
• Drivers under 25 years old are likely to be charged a young driver surcharge, but this is at individual companies’ discretion.
• You need a full, internationally recognised driving licence to be able to hire a car in Grenoble.
• Drive on the right and overtake on the left. This is the opposite of the UK, but the same as in most of Europe and the US.
• You will need a credit card registered in your name.
• Speed limit signs are displayed in km/h (kilometres per hour), not mph (miles per hour).
• It is mandatory to wear a seatbelt at all times while the car is in motion.

What to see in Grenoble

The Grenoble-Bastille Cable Car is a must – you can see the city from a completely different perspective as you travel high into the hills above the city up to the historic Bastille, a 16th-century hill fortress.

Parc Paul Mistral is an outdoor park which turns 100 years old this year. It is a great outdoor space for a picnic, or check out the observatory tower for some stargazing at night.

Les Sept Laux is a ski resort in Grenoble, perfect for the winter months. However, in the summer, it makes an excellent place for hiking and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

There are also several museums in Grenoble which are worth visiting, such as the Musée de la Resistance and the Musée de Grenoble, both of which offer fascinating insights into Grenoble’s rich and varied history.

Best road trips from Grenoble city

Some of the most famous areas of the French Alps can be reached directly from Grenoble by car, such as Mont Blanc and Chamonix.

Grenoble is also an excellent place to base yourself to explore other countries. Geneva (Switzerland) is just over an hour and a half away, while Turin (Italy) is just over three hours away. For those wanting a longer road trip, Girona (Spain) is just over five hours from the city, while Andorra la Vella (Andorra) can be reached in a seven-hour road trip.

Grenoble is also perfectly placed to see the French Riviera: Marseille is around 3 hours away, while Nice and Saint-Tropez can be reached in just over 4 hours.

Range of Car Types in Grenoble

There are several different types of cars available to hire in Grenoble. These range from smaller cars like the Renault Clio, Opel Corsa and Vauxhall Corsa. There are also larger cars which are more suitable for families, such as the Volkswagen Passat, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. There are also several larger vehicles, like multi-seater vans, ideal for large groups who are travelling together.

Car Hire Suppliers in Grenoble

The main car hire suppliers in Grenoble include Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.