Car rental in France
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* The prices were calculated on 04.06.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Nice Airport starting on 11.06.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
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Car Rental in France with SIXT
SIXT has numerous convenient locations for when you need to rent a car in France. This includes airport, train station and downtown branches in the cities of Paris, Lille and Bordeaux. When booking your car rental in France, you'll have your choice of sedans for touring the country, and even electric cars for city driving. SIXT offers affordable rates with unlimited kilometers on standard rentals. Throughout your stay, you'll also have 24/7 access to our English-speaking team of customer service representatives.
SIXT Services in France
Book a car rental in France with SIXT and enjoy a variety of extras including GPS, an additional driver and child seats. Our fleet of new-model cars has something for everyone, including compact cars, sedans, electric cars, SUVs, station wagons and vans. Take advantage of our flexible rental periods and book a luxury car as a one-day rental for a road trip to Versailles. If you need a one-week rental for a ski trip to Mont Blanc, we can also accommodate your needs.
Best places to visit in France
- Bordeaux: Bordeaux is known for its wineries and amazing restaurants. However, there are also several museums to visit including the La Cité du Vin wine museum and the foundation of the Saint-Seurin Basilica that features an ancient crypt.
- Versailles: While in Versailles, make a trip to the palace where you can see opulent furniture and artwork. There are also beautiful gardens and a market where you can shop for delicious French delicacies like frog legs.
- Paris: Paris is on most people’s list of destinations when visiting France. It is home to many renowned landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Seine River and Notre Dame Cathedral. There is also the world’s largest art museum, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe monument honoring war veterans.
Driving Tips for France
When driving in France, you should know that speed limits are 50 km/h in cities, and between 80-130 km/h on rural roads, highways and freeways. Driving is on the right side of the road, and right of way at unmarked intersections is given to vehicles to your right. All occupants of a vehicle must wear a seat belt. When entering many cities in France, you will need a Crit’Air, or clean air sticker, which you can order online. The price depends on the emissions of your car.
Summer in France
Take a trip in your rental car to Fontainebleau Forest that’s just a short drive from Paris. In the summer months, you can enjoy outdoor fun here like hiking, climbing or cycling. You might also enjoy relaxing on the beautiful beaches of the French Riviera. Take a boat ride and at night, try your luck at the casino in Monte Carlo.
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Good to know when renting in France
Car rental under 25 in France
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in France is 18, with a driver’s license held for at least 2 years. Some car categories have a higher minimum age, and an underage driver fee applies to those under 25.
Documents you need to rent a car in France
You must have a valid driver’s license, plus an ID or passport for a SIXT rental in France. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Arabic, you will also need an international driving permit.
Cross-border travel
We divide countries in Europe into three zones, and which you can take your rental car into depends on your selected car category. An additional fee may be charged for permission to travel abroad.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.6
Based on 127640 reviews
The way to Sixt
(4.8)
At the Sixt branch
(4.8)
Vehicle return
(4.7)
Alix p.
(5.0)
Au top ! 👍
Yoann Le b.
(5.0)
Services au top merci
Ian G.
(5.0)
Easy car pick up, quick professional service. Car insurance excellent condition
Thomas S.
(5.0)
We had no problems at all at this rental location-- everything went according to our reservation, and it was very easy picking up and dropping off the car. I would definitely use this option again for our travel needs in Paris!
Andreas L.
(5.0)
Amazing service. Best ever!
5 stars to the service team Sixt airport Biarritz !
Eliette P.
(5.0)
Great service!
James M.
(5.0)
Great service at the airport! The agent who helped us, Charles, spoke excellent English and was very helpful!
Sidney B.
(4.0)
Yes bon acceuil, vehicule top
Maxim A.
(4.0)
The car itself was good, but I got it with less than half of the fuel tank and returned it with more fuel than I rented it. At the return point I was told that I would get refund for this, but instead was charged for refueling.
I will improve my rating if this issue is resolved promptly. I contacted customer service.
Update: customer support admitting mistake, processing refund.
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FAQs about rentals in France
Payment methods
At SIXT locations in France, we accept credit and debit cards from internationally recognized companies like Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Prepaid cards and cash are not accepted.
One-way car rental in France
One-way rentals between locations in France in different cities are possible for an additional fee. One-way rentals between SIXT locations in the same city are allowed at no extra charge, with the exception of some stations.
Flexible rental options
Don’t worry if your travel plans are uncertain. Book with the “Pay Later” option and cancel your reservation at no charge.
What's the minimum age to rent a car in France?
To rent a car with SIXT at France you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in France.
What documents do I need to rent a car in France?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in France?
Whether you’re planning to stay in France or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in France?
A damage waiver is included with your car rental. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Explore our car rental locations in France
- Agen
- Ain
- Aix-en-Provence
- Ajaccio
- Alsace
- Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda
- Amiens
- Angers
- Anglet
- Annecy
- Antibes
- Antony
- Aquitaine
- Ardèche
- Arpajon
- Asnières-sur-Seine
- Athis Mons
- Aubagne
- Aulnat
- Auxerre
- Avignon
- Bastia
- Bayonne
- Beauvais
- Bergerac
- Beziers
- Biarritz
- Blagnac
- Bordeaux
- Bouguenais
- Boulogne-Billancourt
- Bourgogne
- Brest
- Bretigny-sur-Orge
- Brittany
- Bron
- Caen
- Calvi
- Cannes
- Centre
- Chalon-sur-Saône
- Chambery
- Chambray les Tours
- Champagne Ardenne
- Cherbourg-Octeville
- Chessy
- Clermont Ferrand
- Coignières
- Colmar
- Corbeil-Essonnes
- Corsica
- Courbevoie
- Dammarie les Lys
- Dijon
- Dunkerque
- Entzheim
- Épinay-sur-Seine
- Ferney-Voltaire
- Figari
- Fleury les Aubrais
- Franche Comté
- French Riviera
- Geneva
- Gironde
- Grenoble
- Guipavas
- Harfleur
- Hyeres
- Ile de France
- Ivry-sur-Seine
- Juan les Pins
- La Chapelle-Saint-Luc
- La Défense
- La Mole
- La Rochelle
- La Valette-du-Var
- Landes (40)
- Languedoc-Roussillon
- Le Creusot
- Le Haillan
- Le Havre
- Le Mans
- Le Passage
- Les Ulis
- Lesquin
- Levallois-Perret
- Lille
- Limoges
- Loire Valley
- Lucciana
- Lyon
- Mantes-la-Jolie
- Marcq en Baroeul
- Marignane
- Marne-la-Vallée
- Marseille
- Massy
- Mauguio
- Melun
- Merignac
- Metz
- Midi Pyrénées
- Montceau-les-Mines
- Montévrain
- Montpellier
- Mulhouse
- Nancy
- Nanterre
- Nantes
- Neuilly Sur Seine
- Nice
- Nimes
- Nord
- Nord Pas de Calais
- Normandie
- Orleans
- Orly
- Paris
- Pau
- Pays de la Loire
- Perpignan
- Picardie
- Pierrelaye
- Poitiers
- Poitou Charentes
- Pyrénées-Atlantiques (64)
- Reims
- Rennes
- Rhones-Alpes
- Roissy
- Rouen
- Saint Etienne
- Saint Ouen
- Saint Tropez
- Saint-Denis
- Saint-Gatien-des-Bois
- Saint-Germain-en-Laye
- Saint-Herblain
- Saint-Louis
- Saint-Malo
- Saint-Pierre-des-Corps
- Saint-Quentin en Yvelines
- Saint-Raphaël
- Sevran
- Souffelweyersheim
- Strasbourg
- Suresnes
- Tarbes
- Toulon
- Toulouse
- Tours
- Trappes
- Trouville-sur-Mer
- Troyes
- Uzein
- Valence
- Vannes
- Var
- Vélizy-Villacoublay
- Versailles
- Villebon-sur-Yvette
- Villefranche-sur-Saône
- Vincennes
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Check out our airport locations in France
- Agen-La Garenne Airport
- Avignon Private Aviation
- Beauvais Airport
- Bergerac Perigord Airport
- Biarritz Airport
- Bordeaux Airport
- Brest Airport
- Caen-Carpiquet Airport
- Chambery Airport
- Clermont-Ferrand Airport
- Corsica Ajaccio Airport
- Corsica Bastia Airport
- Corsica Figari Airport
- Deauville Airport
- Geneva Airport french sector
- La Rochelle Airport
- Lille Lesquin Airport
- Lyon St Exupéry Airport
- Marseille Airport
- Montpellier Airport
- Mulhouse Basel Airport
- Nantes Atlantique Airport
- Nice Airport
- Nice Airport Van&Truck
- Nimes-Garons Airport
- Paris CDG Airport T1
- Paris CDG Airport T2 E-F
- Paris Charles de Gaulle AP
- Paris Orly Airport
- Pau Pyrenees Airport
- Perpignan-Rivesaltes Airport
- Poitiers-Biard Airport
- Rennes Airport
- Saint Tropez Airport
- Strasbourg Airport
- Tarbes-Lourdes Airport
- Toulon-Hyeres Airport
- Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
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