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Road Genius compares campervan rentals from several Paris depots, helping travelers pick the right vehicle to explore France and beyond. Paris is a common starting point for routes to Normandy, the Loire Valley and the Alps. Note that the city operates a low-emission zone that requires a Crit'Air sticker on the windshield.

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Best Months for a Campervan Trip

Period Avg High °C / °F Good time?
Mar–May (spring) 15 / 59 Yes – mild weather, fewer crowds
Jun–Aug (summer) 25 / 77 Yes, but campgrounds fill early
Sep–Oct (fall) 19 / 66 Yes – warm days, harvest festivals
Nov–Feb (winter) 7 / 45 Possible – expect rain and short daylight

Driving in the Area

  • Crit'Air sticker is required inside the A86 ring road; order online before arrival.

  • City speed limit is 30 km/h (19 mph) on most streets and 50 km/h (31 mph) on main roads.

  • The Boulevard Périphérique has a 70 km/h (43 mph) limit and many speed cameras.

  • Height inside many parking garages is below 2 m (6 ft 7 in); street parking is limited in the center.

  • Diesel fuel is available at supermarkets and 24-hour card payment stations; pay first, then fill.
  • Highway tolls use "Télépéage" electronic lanes or pay at booth with card or cash; RVs under 3 m height are Class 2.

Camping and Overnight Stops

Place Services Pros Cons
Camping de Paris (Bois de Boulogne) Full 15 min shuttle to Metro, riverside location Book 6+ months ahead in summer, inside LEZ
Camping International de Maisons-Laffitte Full RER train to central Paris, large sites 8 m+ vehicles pay extra fee
Aire de Camping-Car Versailles Water+Electric Near Palace gardens, 24 h automated entry No showers, 48 h maximum stay
Municipal "Aire de Service" (various suburbs) Water+Electric Low cost, good for short stops Limited spaces, often no toilets
France Passion farm stays None Free with membership, local produce No services, self-sufficient vehicles only
Highway Rest Area "Aire de Repos" None Free, no booking, open 24 h Traffic noise, no security

Resupplying Options

  • Fuel, LPG and basic groceries at Carrefour and Auchan supermarkets on the N118 and A4 outskirts.
  • Fresh water and waste dump at "Flot Bleu" service points on the A10 (Saint-Arnoult) and A1 (Vémars).
  • Gas bottle exchange at E.Leclerc Brico stores; bring empty cylinder for replacement.

Practical Tips

  • Summer heat can make vehicle interiors very hot; bring window shades and 5 L drinking water per person.
  • Do not park overnight on streets inside Paris between 22:00 and 07:00; fines are common.

  • Keep DEF (AdBlue) fluid if using a modern diesel engine; buy at truck lanes to save money.

  • Emergency number is 112 (police, fire, medical) anywhere in France.

  • Strikes can disrupt fuel supply; fill up when the tank reaches half full.

  • Winter trips: carry folding snow chains if traveling toward the Alps; required on mountain roads from 1 Nov to 31 Mar.