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Road Genius compares campervan rentals across trusted brands and helps you pick the right vehicle at the best price. Bordeaux is a key pick-up hub in south-west France and sits two hours from the Atlantic beaches, the Dordogne valley and the Pyrenees. Spring or early autumn offer mild weather and quiet roads.
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Best Months for a Campervan Trip in Lyon
| Period | Average High Temperature | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Mar–Apr (spring) | 15°C | Yes—mild weather, lighter traffic |
| May–Jun | 23°C | Yes—best balance of weather and crowds |
| Jul–Aug (peak summer) | 30°C | Mixed—festivals but hot and busy |
| Sep–Oct | 20°C | Yes—warm days, grape harvest events |
| Nov–Feb (winter) | 8°C | No—wet weather, short daylight hours |
Driving in the Area
- Lyon's low-emission zone (ZFE) requires a Crit'Air sticker. Order it online before you arrive.
- City speed limits are usually 50 km/h (31 mph) but reduce to 30 km/h on many central streets.
- Main motorways A6 and A7 are toll roads. Pay at toll booths with card or cash, or use a Télépéage electronic tag from your rental company.
- Underground parking has height limits under 2 metres (6 feet 6 inches). Use riverbank parking areas or suburban park-and-ride sites for tall vehicles.
- The A7 southbound gets busy on summer weekends. Plan early morning starts or evening drives.
Camping and Overnight Stops
| Place | Services | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping de Lyon (Indigo) | Full hookups | Open all year, bus to old town, accepts vehicles up to 10.5 m (35 ft) | Night traffic noise from A6 |
| Camping Les Barolles (Saint-Genis-Laval) | Water and electric | Quiet suburb, grocery 200 m away, online booking | Closed mid-December to mid-February |
| Aire de Camping-Car Dardilly Porte de Lyon | Water and electric | 24-hour self-service, near A6 exit, dump station | No shade, 48-hour maximum stay |
| Parc Miribel-Jonage parking area | None | Lakeside cycling paths, free 24-hour stop | No services, patrolled curfew after 22:00 when crowded |
| Vineyard farm stop (France Passion network) | None | Rural Beaujolais setting, free with annual pass, wine tasting | Must be self-contained, 1-night limit |
Refuelling and Services
- TotalEnergies service area "Aire de la Porte de Lyon" on A6 has diesel, petrol, LPG gas and a free camper dump point.
- Carrefour Vénissieux hypermarket fuel station sells diesel and provides camping-car water for €2.
- City water fill and waste dump at "Aire de Services Camping-Car Gerland" near the rugby stadium.
Important Tips for International Travellers
- Summer temperatures can exceed 35°C. Carry extra engine coolant and park in shade when possible.
- Wild camping is not allowed in France. Stay at official camping areas or private land with permission.
- Beaujolais harvest in late September brings slow farm vehicles on smaller roads. Drive carefully.
- Dial 112 for all emergencies. Fire brigade is 18, police 17.
- Winter can bring thick fog in the Rhône valley. Use low beam headlights and reduce speed.
- Many fuel pumps are automatic and require a chip-and-PIN credit card. Keep at least ¼ tank before travelling to rural areas.
