A-class motorhome
Talence
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Starting at
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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Gironde
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Gironde and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Gironde
From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.
Low profile motorhome
Villenave-d'Ornon
4 travelers
4.5Best Owner
Starting at
€68
Low profile motorhome
Bruges
4 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€90
Campervans available for hire — Gironde
The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.
Large campervan
Pessac
4 travelers
NewBest Owner
Starting at
€117
Large campervan
Bordeaux
2 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€79
Campervan
Saint-Caprais-de-Bordeaux
2 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€59
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Gironde
Gironde — a region worth exploring
Gironde is home to the longest estuary in Europe, stretching over 75 kilometres from the confluence of the Dordogne and Garonne rivers to the Atlantic Ocean. This vast département in south-west France blends world-renowned wine country with a coastline of sandy beaches and pine forests that runs for more than 120 kilometres. From Bordeaux, the regional capital, it is roughly 60 kilometres west to the towering Dune of Pilat — the tallest sand dune in Europe — and about 70 kilometres north-east to the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its underground monolithic church. The Médoc peninsula offers a chain of prestigious châteaux, while the Arcachon Bay provides sheltered waters ideal for oyster tasting and cycling along flat coastal paths. Gironde's road network is well suited to larger vehicles, with wide départementale roads linking vineyards, river ports and ocean-side towns. Whether you fancy a campervan trip through the pine-shaded Landes de Gascogne or a motorhome tour of historic citadels like Blaye and its Vauban fortifications, the variety of landscapes keeps every day on the road fresh. Through Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners based across Gironde, choosing from a range of campervans and motorhomes that match your group size and travel style.
Best time to visit
May to October is the prime window for a campervan trip through Gironde, with long daylight hours and warm temperatures ideal for coastal stops and vineyard visits. June brings the Fête le Vin in Bordeaux, a major riverside wine festival held every two years, while September's harvest season — known locally as les vendanges — lets you experience the Médoc châteaux at their liveliest. Campsites along the Atlantic coast and around Arcachon Bay are open from spring through to autumn, giving you plenty of flexibility. Booking through Yescapa outside July and August often means more competitive hire prices from local owners, plus quieter roads across Gironde for a more relaxed drive.
The best road trips in Gironde
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The Médoc Vineyard Route
180 km 3–6 days
This 180 km loop through Gironde's Médoc peninsula links Margaux, Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe, passing world-famous wine châteaux. Allow 3–6 days to enjoy tastings and riverside picnics. Flat roads suit any campervan, and several estates offer overnight parking.
The Arcachon Bay Circuit
150 km 3–5 days
A 150 km route around Gironde's Arcachon Bay, calling at Gujan-Mestras for oyster ports and Cap Ferret for ocean views. Over 3–5 days you can climb the Dune of Pilat and cycle the bay's flat shoreline paths. Motorhome service areas are well signposted throughout.
The Atlantic Coast North to South
350 km 5–8 days
Follow 350 km of Gironde's Atlantic seaboard from Soulac-sur-Mer down to Biscarrosse, passing through Lacanau and Arcachon. Over 5–8 days, enjoy surf beaches, pine forests and lakeside campsites. Wide coastal roads are comfortable for larger motorhomes.
The Gironde Estuary and Its Citadels
280 km 5–8 days
This 280 km route traces the Gironde estuary over 5–8 days, linking the Vauban citadel at Blaye with Fort Médoc and the port town of Pauillac. Cross the estuary by ferry for a memorable campervan experience. Quiet riverside aires offer peaceful overnight stops.
The Saint-Émilion and Entre-deux-Mers Trail
200 km 4–7 days
A 200 km tour through Gironde's eastern wine country over 4–7 days, visiting the UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion and the rolling hills of Entre-deux-Mers. Stop at Libourne's riverside market and explore Romanesque abbeys. Narrow lanes suit compact campervans best.
The Grand Tour of Gironde
500 km 8–13 days
This 500 km loop over 8–13 days covers the full sweep of Gironde — from Bordeaux to the Médoc, down the Atlantic coast, around Arcachon Bay, then inland through Saint-Émilion and back. A motorhome with good storage is ideal for this extended journey through diverse landscapes.
Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find the perfect vehicle
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Confirm your booking
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
Go on an adventure
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
All good things must come to an end...
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Campsites and road information in Gironde
Recommended campsites
Gironde offers a wide choice of campsites spread from the Atlantic coast to the vineyard heartland. Along the ocean you will find large, well-equipped sites with direct beach access, swimming pools and dedicated motorhome service points. Inland, smaller campsites near wine villages provide electric hook-ups, showers and a quieter atmosphere suited to campervans. Many sites across Gironde are open from April to October, and most welcome both compact vans and larger vehicles.
- Camping de la Dune Pyla-sur-MerPitches near the Dune of Pilat, electric hook-ups, heated pool, showers, Wi-Fi
- Camping Le Pressoir Saint-ÉmilionVineyard setting, electric hook-ups, swimming pool, laundry, showers and toilets
- Camping Airotel de l'Océan Lacanau-OcéanClose to surf beaches, motorhome service area, pool, playground, electric hook-ups
- Camping Les Viviers Lège-Cap-FerretShaded pine pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, bike hire, near Arcachon Bay
- Camping La Citadelle BlayeNext to the Vauban citadel, electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, river views
- Camping Le Paradis Soulac-sur-MerNear the beach, electric hook-ups, swimming pool, showers, children's play area
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Gironde
Gironde's main motorway, the A10, connects Bordeaux northward to Paris, while the A63 heads south towards the Basque Country. Both are toll roads, payable by card or cash at péage barriers. If you are driving a motorhome over 3.5 tonnes, the speed limit on motorways is 110 km/h rather than the standard 130 km/h, and 80 km/h on single-carriageway roads. The A630 ring road around Bordeaux can be busy during rush hours, so plan to pass through outside peak times. Rest areas with dedicated motorhome service points appear regularly along the main routes, making refills and waste disposal straightforward.
Frequently asked questions
On Yescapa, campervan hire in Gironde typically starts from around £60–£90 per night for a compact van, while larger motorhomes range from £90–£150 per night depending on the season and vehicle spec. Because you hire directly from local owners through our peer-to-peer platform, prices are often more competitive than traditional hire companies. Booking outside July and August can bring the nightly rate down further.
Most Yescapa owners in Gironde are based in and around Bordeaux, making it easy to collect your motorhome near the city's main train station or airport. You will also find vehicles available in Arcachon, Libourne and Mérignac. Because Yescapa connects you with private owners across the département, you can often arrange a pick-up point that suits your itinerary rather than being limited to a single depot.
To get the best value on a Gironde trip, try searching on Yescapa during spring or early autumn when demand is lower and owners often set reduced rates. Use the platform's filters to compare vehicles by price and features, and consider a smaller campervan if you are travelling as a couple. Booking well ahead for summer also helps you lock in a fair rate before peak-season availability tightens.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Gironde's narrower vineyard lanes, a two-berth campervan is ideal — easy to park and simple to manoeuvre. Families of four or five are well served by a motorhome with a fixed rear bed and overcab sleeping area. On Yescapa you can filter by berth count and vehicle length, so you can match the right size to your group and to the routes you plan to drive.
Yes — many Yescapa owners in Gironde welcome dogs and other pets on board. You can filter listings on the platform to show only pet-friendly vehicles. Gironde is a great destination for travelling with a dog, thanks to long sandy beaches at Soulac-sur-Mer and forest trails through the Landes de Gascogne. Just check each owner's specific pet policy before you book to confirm any size or breed guidelines.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Gironde
Thomas
5 / 5
The best experience ever!! Amazing van and amazing people who run it
Gary
5 / 5
Alfonso Y su pareja ha sido un placer tratar con ellos, son encantadores, muy educados, cuidaron nuestra autocaravana como si fuera suya y la devolvieron a tiempo, en perfectas condiciones y muy, muy limpia, la devolvieron igual que la recibieron. Los recomendamos encarecidamente, esperamos volver a verlos en el futuro. Muchas gracias. Gary y Michelle
Matthew
5 / 5
Lovely experience and fantastic van. Clean and worked very well. Leonardo and Eleanora were very friendly and helpful. One small feedback is the fridge did not work very well but otherwise its a great van.
Sergi
5 / 5
Muy buena experiencia. Ana nos ha tratado muy bien.
Eduardo
5 / 5
Proprietários espetaculares e super atenciosos. Autocaravana estava impecável, super confortável, excelente condução. Painéis solares dão autonomia total. Tudo impecável.
Donald
5 / 5
We had an amazing trip! Rafaela and Carina were so kind, and we couldn’t recommend their van enough 🤩🙏🏼 The van had everything we needed for a proper “van life” experience, and you can also stay at campsites whenever you want!
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