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.
Period | Avg High °C / °F | Good time? |
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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 |
Place | Services | Pros | Cons |
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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 |