Coachbuilt motorhome
Passatore, Cuneo
6 travelers
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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Mercantour
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Mercantour 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 — Mercantour
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
Bézaudun-les-Alpes
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€99
Low profile motorhome
Le Broc
2 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€80
Campervans available for hire — Mercantour
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.
Campervan
Carros
3 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€58
Campervan
Levens
2 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€65
Large campervan
Le Broc
3 travelers
New
Starting at
€69
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Mercantour
Mercantour — a region worth exploring
Mercantour National Park spans over 685 square kilometres of protected alpine wilderness in the southeastern corner of France, where the Maritime Alps meet the Mediterranean. From the Vallée des Merveilles — home to more than 40,000 Bronze Age rock engravings — to the snow-dusted summit of Cime du Gélas at 3,143 metres, this is a landscape built for slow, immersive travel. The drive from Nice to Barcelonnette covers roughly 150 km through winding mountain passes, while the route from Menton to Saint-Martin-Vésubie is around 60 km of dramatic valley road. Along the way, you pass through the Gorges de Daluis, where red rock walls plunge into the Var river, and the perched village of Saorge, clinging to a cliff above the Roya Valley. Mercantour rewards those who take their time: alpine meadows, marmot colonies, and crystal-clear lakes like Lac d'Allos — the largest natural high-altitude lake in Europe — sit just off the road network. Narrow mountain roads and hairpin bends are part of the charm, so a well-sized campervan is ideal for navigating the tighter sections, while broader valley routes welcome larger motorhomes comfortably. With Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners based across the Alpes-Maritimes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, choosing a vehicle that suits Mercantour's terrain and your travel style perfectly.
Best time to visit
The best time to explore Mercantour by campervan is from June to September, when the high mountain passes — including the Col de la Cayolle and Col de la Bonette — are reliably open and campsite pitches are available across the park. July brings the Fête de la Transhumance in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, celebrating the traditional movement of sheep to summer pastures. September offers quieter roads and golden larch forests. Book early for July and August through Yescapa to secure the best choice of vehicles from local owners, and consider a June or September trip for more flexible pricing on your Mercantour hire.
The best road trips in Mercantour
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The High-Altitude Lakes Loop
180 km 3–6 days
This 180 km loop links Lac d'Allos and Lac du Lauzanier via Barcelonnette and Colmars-les-Alpes. Allow 3–6 days to enjoy alpine meadows and well-placed campervan stopovers along the Haut Verdon valley.
The Red Gorges of the Tinée
120 km 3–5 days
A 120 km route through the Gorges de Daluis and the Tinée valley, passing Guillaumes and Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée. Ideal for a compact campervan over 3–5 days, with red-rock viewpoints and riverside rest stops.
The Great Valleys Crossing
350 km 5–8 days
Covering 350 km across Mercantour's major valleys — Roya, Vésubie, Tinée, and Var — this 5–8 day crossing connects Tende to Entrevaux. Motorhomes fit well on the wider valley floors between dramatic gorge sections.
The Legendary Passes Circuit
280 km 5–8 days
Tackle 280 km and three iconic cols — Col de la Bonette, Col de la Cayolle, and Col de Restefond — over 5–8 days. Start from Jausiers and loop through Mercantour's highest roads, best suited to campervans.
The Grand Mercantour Tour
450 km 7–11 days
A 450 km circuit over 7–11 days circling the national park from Nice through Saint-Martin-Vésubie, Barcelonnette, and the Gorges du Cians. Mix coastal warmth with alpine air and plenty of campsite options along the way.
From the Coast to the Alpine Peaks
550 km 10–15 days
This 550 km, 10–15 day journey begins in Menton on the Mediterranean and climbs through Saorge, the Vallée des Merveilles, and up to Barcelonnette before looping back via the Route Napoléon. Suits both motorhomes and campervans.
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 Mercantour
Recommended campsites
Mercantour's campsites are spread across its valleys and foothills, from riverside pitches near gorges to mountain-edge spots above 1,000 metres. Most sites offer electrical hook-ups, fresh water, and waste disposal for both campervans and motorhomes. Facilities vary from simple municipal grounds with basic toilets and showers to larger sites with laundry, Wi-Fi, and small shops — giving you flexibility wherever you choose to base yourself in Mercantour.
- Camping Le Cians BeuilElectrical hook-ups, hot showers, toilets, mountain views, close to ski lifts
- Camping du Lac Villars-ColmarsLakeside pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, playground
- Camping Le Panoramic BarcelonnetteSpacious pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, laundry, Wi-Fi
- Camping La Rivière Saint-Martin-VésubieRiverside setting, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, waste disposal
- Camping Les Templiers La BrigueShaded pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, near Roya valley trails
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Mercantour
Mercantour sits away from France's main motorway network, so most of your driving is on scenic departmental and national roads rather than toll routes. The nearest toll motorway is the A8 along the coast between Nice and Menton. In France, motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes must observe a speed limit of 110 km/h on motorways and 80 km/h on single-carriageway roads. Mountain roads within Mercantour feature tight hairpin bends, single-lane sections, and altitude changes — drive steadily and use passing places. Some passes close seasonally, so check conditions before setting off.
Frequently asked questions
Prices on Yescapa for a campervan near Mercantour typically start from around £60–£90 per night, while larger motorhomes range from £90–£140 per night depending on the season and vehicle spec. Because you hire directly from local owners through our peer-to-peer platform, you often find more competitive rates than with traditional hire companies. Booking outside July and August can bring the cost down further.
Nice is the most convenient pick-up point for Mercantour, with a wide choice of motorhomes and campervans listed by local owners on Yescapa. You can also find vehicles in Marseille or Toulon if you prefer to approach from the west. From Nice, you are roughly 60 km from Saint-Martin-Vésubie and around 150 km from Barcelonnette, so you can reach the park quickly after collection.
Search on Yescapa and use the date and location filters to compare vehicles near Mercantour. Travelling in June or September rather than peak summer often means lower nightly rates. Smaller campervans tend to cost less than large motorhomes, and our peer-to-peer model means owners set their own prices — so you can find a range of options to suit your budget for a Mercantour trip.
For couples or solo travellers, a compact campervan is ideal — it handles Mercantour's narrow mountain roads and hairpin bends with ease. Families of four or more may prefer a motorhome with extra berths, though it is worth noting that some higher passes have tight sections. A vehicle under 7 metres gives you the best balance of living space and manoeuvrability across the park's varied terrain.
Yes, many owners on Yescapa welcome pets aboard their vehicles. When searching, use the pet-friendly filter to see campervans and motorhomes available near Mercantour. Keep in mind that dogs must be kept on leads within the national park's core zone to protect wildlife. Several campsites around Mercantour also accept dogs, so you and your four-legged companion can enjoy the valleys and trails together.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Mercantour
Lachlan
5 / 5
Very helpful owner and great vehicle! Had a great time in the Mundaka.
Nick
5 / 5
It was a pleasure dealimg with Alain. The Motorhome was in good condition and Alain was very helpful at pick up and drop off ensuring we knew how everything worked.
Clive
5 / 5
We had a great time in the motorhome. Jean Pierre was very friendly and professional. We were shown how everything works before setting off. We would definitely recommend hiring this vehicle. Jean Pierre only speaks French but with the aid of a translator app and his son it worked out absolutely fine. Thanks again Jean-Pierre.
Robert
5 / 5
Frederic was excellent. Easy to contact and helpful at all times. The whole experience was a joy.
Dylan Bernard
5 / 5
Fantastic, we were welcomed and everything was fantastic.
Dale
5 / 5
We hired this camper Asier for our family holiday through Spain and France, what a great van it is with everything you need. Asier is very friendly and helpful even though there was a language barrier. We would definitely use again if we needed to.
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