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Road Genius compares campervan and motorhome rentals from many trusted suppliers. Toulouse in southwest France is a popular pick-up point, only 15 min from the A61/A62 motorways and a short drive to the Pyrenees, Bordeaux or the Mediterranean. The region is sunny, but summers can be hot, so plan your travel dates carefully.

Campervan Pickup Locations

Map of campervan rental depots near 437152

Best Months for a Camping Trip

Season Avg High °F │ °C Good time?
Winter (Dec – Feb) 50 °F │ 10 °C Quiet sites, but cold nights
Spring (Mar – May) 62 °F │ 17 °C Yes – mild weather and flowers
Summer (Jun – Aug) 82 °F │ 28 °C Good, but book early and expect heat
Fall (Sep – Nov) 68 °F │ 20 °C Yes – warm days, fewer crowds

Driving in the Area

  • The city sits on two toll motorways. Expect €0.10–€0.15 per km on the A61 (east) and A62 (west). Cash or card works in the blue lanes. Orange lanes are Télépéage (electronic tag only).
  • The urban Low Emission Zone requires a Crit'Air sticker on weekdays 07:00-20:00. Order it online before arrival.
  • Speed limits are 130 km/h (81 mph) on dry motorways, 110 km/h (68 mph) when wet, and 80 km/h (50 mph) on rural two-lane roads.
  • Many village streets near the Canal du Midi are under 3.2 m (10 ft 6 in) high. Check signs before entering.
  • Fuel stations close on Sunday afternoon in rural areas. 24-hour card pumps are common but sometimes reject foreign cards.

Camping and Overnight Stops

Place Hook-ups Pros Cons
Camping Le Rupé (city, Lac de Sesquières) Full Bus to city, lakeside path, accepts vehicles up to 10 m Urban noise, reserve July–Aug
Camping Les Violettes (Deyme, 15 km SE) Full Quiet canal-side, pool, bread service Need car or bike for shops
Aire Camping-Car Cité de l'Espace (Ring Road exit 18) Water+Electric 24-hour ticket machine, walk to space museum Limited shade, max 48-hour stay
Aire de Service Auterive (30 km S) Water+Electric Free dump point, near supermarket No security gate
Free municipal aire, Rieumes (35 km SW) None Up to 5 vehicles, view over hills No services, 7 m length limit

Fuel, Water, Waste

  • Large supermarkets such as Auchan Gramont and Intermarché Portet have high-roof diesel pumps and paid fresh-water taps.
  • The Aire de Service on A61 (Carcassonne direction) offers fuel, potable water and a free chemical toilet dump.
  • Many village "borne camping-car" units charge €2 for 100 L of water. Carry euro coins.

Practical Tips

  • July and August afternoons can reach 95 °F (35 °C). Park in shade and carry extra drinking water.
  • Wild camping is illegal in Haute-Garonne. Overnight parking on public roads risks a €135 fine. Use official aires or campsites.
  • Sudden storms can flood the Garonne River. Avoid low riverside parking after heavy rain.
  • Dial 112 for any emergency. Local numbers: medical 15, fire 18, police 17.
  • Pharmacies display the name of the nearest night-duty pharmacy on their door.
  • Many fuel stations sell LPG (GPL), but adapters vary. Carry the French "DISH" connector.