Low profile motorhome
Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre
4 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€72
Campervan and Motorhome hire — Pyrenees
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Pyrenees and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Pyrenees
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
Lourdes
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€85
Low profile motorhome
Tarbes
2 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€85
Campervans available for hire — Pyrenees
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
TARBES
2 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€110
Large campervan
Préchac
2 travelers
New
Starting at
€70
Campervan
Soues
4 travelers
New
Starting at
€64
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Pyrenees
Pyrenees — a region worth exploring
The Pyrénées stretch roughly 430 km from the Atlantic coast at Hendaye to the Mediterranean shore near Collioure, forming a natural border between France and Spain that tops out at the Pic d'Aneto (3,404 m). Within this mountain chain you can explore the Cirque de Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage amphitheatre of rock and ice, the Pont d'Espagne waterfalls above Cauterets, and the fortified citadel of Mont-Louis, the highest garrison town in France. From Pau to Perpignan the distance is about 310 km, while the drive from Bayonne to Foix covers around 280 km, giving you a sense of how much ground a single trip can cover. Roads here wind through deep valleys, over high passes such as the Col du Tourmalet (2,115 m), and along forested plateaux, so a compact campervan handles the tighter bends with ease while a larger motorhome is ideal for the broader valley routes and well-equipped aires. Wildlife fans can spot griffon vultures in the Ossau valley and Pyrenean chamois in the Néouvielle nature reserve. With Yescapa, you hire directly from local owners based across the Pyrénées — in towns like Tarbes, Pau, and Perpignan — so you can pick up a vehicle close to the route you want and set off without delay.
Best time to visit
June to September is the prime window for exploring the Pyrénées by campervan, when the high mountain passes — including the Col du Tourmalet and Col d'Aubisque — are fully open and campsites across the range operate at full capacity. July brings the Tour de France through the Pyrénées, a thrilling spectacle to witness from the roadside. In October, the Transhumance festival in the Ossau valley celebrates the return of flocks from summer pastures. Shoulder months like May and October suit lower-altitude routes and offer quieter roads. Booking through Yescapa outside peak summer often means more competitive hire prices from local owners, so planning a spring or autumn trip can be a smart move.
The best road trips in Pyrenees
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The Thermal Valleys Route
180 km 3–6 days
This 180 km loop links the spa towns of Cauterets, Luz-Saint-Sauveur, and Bagnères-de-Bigorre across the central Pyrénées. Allow 3–6 days to soak in hot springs, hike to the Pont d'Espagne waterfalls, and visit the Pic du Midi observatory. Well suited to a campervan on the narrower valley roads.
The Basque Country Circuit
220 km 3–6 days
A 220 km circuit through the western Pyrénées, taking in the colourful harbour of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the hilltop village of Espelette, famous for its red peppers. Over 3–6 days you can explore Bayonne's old quarter and the Rhune mountain railway. Plenty of well-serviced campsites dot the Basque coast.
The Great Cols Crossing
350 km 5–8 days
Tackle 350 km and some of the Pyrénées' most celebrated passes — the Col du Tourmalet, Col d'Aubisque, and Col du Soulor — over 5–8 days. Start in Pau and finish in Saint-Lary-Soulan. A motorhome-friendly route with spacious aires at valley stops, though the cols themselves reward a compact campervan.
The Cathar Castles and Southern Foothills
400 km 5–8 days
Follow 400 km through the eastern Pyrénées foothills over 5–8 days, visiting the clifftop fortresses of Montségur and Peyrepertuse and the walled city of Carcassonne. The route passes through Mirepoix's medieval square and the Gorges de Galamus. Roads are wide and well suited to both motorhomes and campervans.
The Coast-to-Coast Pyrénées Traverse
600 km 8–13 days
Spanning 600 km from Hendaye on the Atlantic to Collioure on the Mediterranean, this 8–13 day route is the ultimate Pyrénées road trip. Pass through Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Luchon, and Ax-les-Thermes. Municipal aires and campsites are spaced regularly, making it manageable in a campervan or motorhome.
The Ariège and Andorra Loop
550 km 7–11 days
A 550 km loop over 7–11 days exploring the Pyrénées' quieter eastern valleys. Visit the prehistoric cave art at Niaux, the mountain town of Ax-les-Thermes, and cross into Andorra for duty-free shopping and high-altitude scenery. Roads into Andorra are well maintained and suitable for most 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 Pyrenees
Recommended campsites
Campsites across the Pyrénées range from riverside pitches in deep mountain valleys to coastal parks near the Atlantic and Mediterranean shores. Most sites offer electrical hook-ups, water points, and dedicated motorhome service areas, while many valley campsites also provide heated sanitary blocks — a welcome feature at altitude. Whether you are travelling in a compact campervan or a full-size motorhome, you will find well-spaced pitches with easy access throughout the Pyrénées.
- Camping Le Lavedan Lau-BalagnasSpacious pitches, electrical hook-ups, heated pool, children's playground, Wi-Fi
- Camping d'Arrouach LourdesShaded pitches, motorhome service point, showers, laundry, close to town centre
- Camping Le Pré Lombard Tarascon-sur-AriègeRiverside location, electrical hook-ups, heated pool, bar-restaurant, Wi-Fi
- Camping Le Gave d'Aspe AccousMountain setting, flat pitches, hot showers, motorhome service area, small shop
- Camping Las Closas ErrHigh-altitude site, electrical hook-ups, sanitary block, barbecue area, hiking access
- Camping Le Ruisseau BidartNear the Atlantic coast, heated pool, electrical hook-ups, children's club, Wi-Fi
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Pyrenees
Most Pyrénées routes follow toll-free national and departmental roads rather than autoroutes. The A64, running from Bayonne to Toulouse along the northern foothills, is the main toll motorway; payment is by card or cash at barrier péages. Motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are classed as category 2 and pay higher tolls. Speed limits for vehicles over 3.5 t are 110 km/h on autoroutes and 80 km/h on single-carriageway roads. Mountain passes such as the Col du Tourmalet and Col d'Aubisque have hairpin bends and occasional width restrictions, so check your vehicle height and length before setting off.
Frequently asked questions
On Yescapa, campervan hire in the Pyrénées typically starts from around £55–£90 per night, depending on the vehicle type, season, and equipment included. Larger motorhomes with shower and kitchen facilities may range from £90–£140 per night. Because you hire directly from local owners through our peer-to-peer platform, prices are often more competitive than traditional hire companies, and you can negotiate directly for longer trips.
With Yescapa, you can pick up a motorhome from private owners based in towns across the Pyrénées, including Pau, Tarbes, Bayonne, and Perpignan. Many owners are also located in smaller towns closer to the mountains, so you can start your trip right at the foot of the range. Simply enter your preferred area on Yescapa and browse available vehicles near your starting point.
To find affordable hire in the Pyrénées, try travelling in May, June, or September when demand is lower and owners on Yescapa often set reduced rates. Booking well in advance also helps you secure the best prices. Use the filters on Yescapa to compare campervans and motorhomes by price, and look out for weekly discounts that many Pyrénées-based owners offer for trips of seven days or more.
For a couple exploring the Pyrénées, a two-berth campervan is ideal — compact enough for mountain passes like the Col du Tourmalet. Families of four or five are better suited to a motorhome with fixed beds and a dinette. On Yescapa you can filter by berth count and vehicle length, which is especially useful in the Pyrénées where some high-altitude roads have width or height restrictions.
Yes — many owners on Yescapa welcome pets in their vehicles. You can filter listings by the pet-friendly option to find campervans and motorhomes in the Pyrénées that accept dogs. The region is wonderful for dogs, with countless hiking trails and open spaces. Just check each listing for any specific conditions the owner may set, such as size limits or a cleaning supplement.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Pyrenees
Kersti
5 / 5
Beyond happy with the whole experience. The motorhome was very comfy and had everything we needed for our little girls camping trip. More importantly the owners were extremely friendly and beyond helpful at all times with the vehicle, the routes, the airport pickups and dropp offs and many many more things! All and all very happy with this experience!
richard
5 / 5
The experience was seemles from start to finish. Handover was very straightforward with all the major information required exchanged. Fabian the owner remained available during the trip for any issues that may arise. The vehicle was as advertised and in very good condition. Very nice camping caravan, equipped with everything that you could need. The return process was straightforward when returning vehicle. Also my car was kept securley stored at the location for arrival and drop off. Overall very good experience and i would highly recommend and use again in the future.
Nicholas Gerrard J
5 / 5
We really enjoyed our travels around Brittany in Clarisse's camper van. It was comfortable and easy to drive and had everything we needed for our holiday. Clarisse explained everything clearly to us before we set off.
Matthew
5 / 5
A really positive experience from start to finish.
Gary
5 / 5
Ha sido un placer tratar con Javier y su pareja; son una pareja encantadora, muy educada y con una excelente comunicación. Cuidaron nuestra autocaravana como si fuera suya y la devolvieron a tiempo, en perfectas condiciones y muy limpia. Los recomendamos ampliamente. Muchas gracias de parte de Gary y Michelle.
Gary
5 / 5
Ha sido un placer tratar con David y su pareja; son una pareja encantadora y muy educada, con una excelente comunicación. Cuidaron nuestra autocaravana como si fuera suya y la devolvieron a tiempo, en perfectas condiciones y muy limpia. Los recomendamos ampliamente. Muchas gracias de parte de Gary y Michelle.
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