Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
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Anywhere Campers AngersAngersView map
Hiring a campervan in Angers means setting off from the heart of Anjou, where the Maine meets the Loire. In less than an hour you reach the wine cellars and cave villages of the Saumur area, the Layon hillsides and the châteaux of Brissac or Serrant; a little further on, Nantes, the Guérande peninsula and the island of Noirmoutier open onto the Atlantic. 2 partner companies offer their vehicles here: Anywhere Campers in Angers and Avis Explore in Montreuil-Juigné, north-west of the city.
Served by high-speed TGV trains and the A11 motorway, Angers is a convenient starting point for a trip between vineyards, river and ocean.
2 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Angers?
Avis Explore Rental company category:Standard
Public rating of the rental company: 4.1/5 (506 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.1/5 506 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Avis Car Away c/o Sud Loire CaravanesZi du Haut Coudray, Rue Paul Héroult, 49460 Montreuil JuignéView map
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Angers
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €312/day median €315/day | from €333/day median €336/day | from €380/day median €383/day | from €319/day median €322/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €323/day median €341/day | from €339/day median €355/day | from €391/day median €402/day | from €331/day median €342/day |
| Large motorhome | from €329/day median €332/day | from €345/day median €347/day | from €391/day median €394/day | from €336/day median €339/day |
Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Angers
1 The Saumur area, cave dwellings and Fontevraud
- Angers
- Brissac
- Doué-la-Fontaine
- Saumur
- Turquant
- Montsoreau
- Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
- Gennes
- Angers
Via the Château de Brissac, the tallest château in France, you reach Doué-la-Fontaine and the troglodyte village of Rochemenier, dug into the shelly limestone. Saumur and its château overlook the Loire; on the left bank, Turquant and Montsoreau line up tufa stone houses and cellars carved into the hillside. Fontevraud Royal Abbey, where the Plantagenets rest, closes the loop before a return via Gennes and the riverbanks.
- Distance
- about 160 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 The Layon hillsides and Puy du Fou
- Angers
- Savennières
- Rochefort-sur-Loire
- Chalonnes-sur-Loire
- Rablay-sur-Layon
- Cholet
- Puy du Fou
- Angers
West of Angers, Savennières and its dry white wines lead to the Corniche Angevine, a balcony road between Rochefort-sur-Loire and Chalonnes-sur-Loire. You then follow the Layon hillsides, from Saint-Aubin-de-Luigné to Rablay-sur-Layon, before heading south via Cholet to Puy du Fou, in the Vendée. Its large historical shows deserve at least one full day, or even two.
- Distance
- about 230 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Nantes, Guérande and Noirmoutier
- Angers
- Ancenis
- Nantes
- Guérande
- Le Croisic
- Saint-Nazaire
- Pornic
- Noirmoutier
- Angers
Along the Loire and through Ancenis, you reach Nantes, its Machines of the Isle and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany. Further west, the medieval town of Guérande watches over its salt marshes, between La Baule and Le Croisic. After the Saint-Nazaire bridge, the Jade Coast leads to Pornic, then to the island of Noirmoutier, with its marshes, beaches and holm oak woods.
- Distance
- about 450 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Angers?
Best time
May, June, September and October
May to June, September to October
highs 18 to 24 °C, lows 10 to 14 °C
The best months to leave from Angers: mild days, open campsites and quiet sites on weekdays. In September and October, the grape harvest brings the Layon and Saumur hillsides to life and wine cellars gladly welcome visitors; still, expect a few rainy days in October.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 26 °C, lows 16 °C
Peak season: moderate heat, little rain and long evenings in the open-air riverside cafés (guinguettes) along the Loire. The Atlantic coast, from Guérande to Noirmoutier, is very busy at this time: book your vehicle and coastal campsites several months ahead, and keep inland Anjou for quieter stages.
March and April
March to April
highs 13 to 16 °C, lows 5 to 7 °C
Spring comes early in the mild Anjou climate: orchards blossom, the Loire is often high and tourist sites gradually reopen. Nights remain cool and some campsites only open at Easter: check the dates before planning your stages.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 9 to 12 °C, lows 3 to 6 °C
Winter is mild but damp, with short days. Floods often cover the lower Angevin valleys, where many birds spend the winter, while Angers, Saumur and Nantes keep their museums open. Choose a well-heated vehicle and campsites open all year round.
Climate in Angers, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
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| Jan | 9 °C | 3 °C | 77 mm | 4 h/day |
| Feb | 11 °C | 4 °C | 59 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 13 °C | 5 °C | 66 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 16 °C | 7 °C | 50 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 20 °C | 10 °C | 71 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 24 °C | 14 °C | 65 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 26 °C | 16 °C | 38 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 26 °C | 16 °C | 39 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 23 °C | 13 °C | 50 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 18 °C | 10 °C | 77 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 12 °C | 6 °C | 73 mm | 6 h/day |
| Dec | 10 °C | 4 °C | 74 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Pick-up in Montreuil-Juigné
Avis Explore welcomes you at Sud Loire Caravanes, rue Paul Héroult, in the Haut Coudray industrial estate in Montreuil-Juigné, north-west of Angers. From Saint-Laud station, a taxi is the easiest option; the appointment time is in your confirmation, as is the Anywhere Campers handover point.
The Passage du Gois and the tides
The Gois causeway, which links the Vendée coast to the island of Noirmoutier, disappears under the sea at every high tide. Check the crossing times displayed at the entrance and never set off on a rising tide; the Noirmoutier bridge gives access to the island at any time.
Nights at winegrowers' estates
Many winegrowers in Anjou and the Saumur area belong to the France Passion network: with its annual guide, you can spend a free night on their estate, often with a wine tasting. Arrive during the day, let them know you are coming and follow your host's instructions.
Tolls towards Nantes and Tours
The A11 to Nantes and Le Mans and the A85 to Saumur and Tours are toll motorways, with a higher rate for vehicles over two metres high, like most motorhomes. The roads along the Loire are slower, but free and far more scenic.
Cave villages on foot
In Turquant, Montsoreau or Rochemenier, the streets are narrow and lined with tufa walls. Leave the vehicle in the car parks at the village entrance and explore on foot; large low-profile and over-cab motorhomes struggle to get through.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Angers
Where can I pick up a campervan in Angers?
Two partner companies welcome you: Anywhere Campers in Angers and Avis Explore in Montreuil-Juigné, in the Haut Coudray industrial estate, north-west of the city. Their range goes from a van for two people to a motorhome sleeping six. The exact address and the handover time are given in your booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Angers?
The price depends mainly on the season, the length of hire and the type of vehicle: July and August are the most popular months, and a van for two is generally cheaper than a family motorhome. Run a search with your dates to compare the rental companies' real prices, mandatory fees included and bookable straight away.
Can I do a one-way trip to Nantes or La Rochelle?
Yes: Nantes, Tours, Rennes, Poitiers and La Rochelle also have depots of our partner companies, so you can follow the Loire down to the ocean or drive along the Vendée coast without retracing your steps. Enter your return city when searching: only compatible offers are shown, with the one-way fee included.
Which châteaux can I visit in Anjou by motorhome?
In Angers itself, the seventeen-tower fortress houses the Apocalypse Tapestry. Around it, Serrant and Brissac are still lived in, Saumur overlooks the Loire and Brézé hides underground passages and dry moats. The châteaux of Touraine, such as Villandry or Azay-le-Rideau, are about an hour and a half's drive to the east.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Angers with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
The two service providers made me pay for the insurance for the car. And when I request a refund for one of them, I no longer get a response. I will travel by motorhome again, but certainly not with CoolDrive, nor with my friends.
(anonymous)
France · Sep 2019
Avis Vérifiés
The two service providers charged me for insurance for the car. And when I request a refund for one, I no longer receive a response. I will travel again in a camper van but certainly not with CoolDrive, nor with my friends.
(anonymous)
France · Sep 2019
Avis Vérifiés
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Angers
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome hired in Angers?
A category B licence is enough for campervans, converted vans and motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes, which covers most rental vehicles. With a licence issued outside the European Union, an international driving permit may be required. Each rental company also sets a minimum age and a minimum number of years of driving, stated in the offer conditions.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in Anjou and the Saumur area?
The banks of the Loire are well equipped, with motorhome areas in many villages, from Chalonnes-sur-Loire to Montsoreau, and riverside campsites. In France, parking overnight is tolerated wherever no local by-law forbids it, but putting out a table, levelling blocks or an awning counts as camping: choose equipped areas.
How do I get to Angers by train or plane?
Angers Saint-Laud station is served by TGV trains from Paris in about an hour and a half. Nantes Atlantique airport, the nearest with a wide choice of flights, is just over an hour's drive away; a shuttle and then a train via Nantes take you to Angers. Let the rental company know your arrival time.
Can I ride the Loire à Vélo cycle route from Angers?
The Loire à Vélo route passes on the edge of Angers, through Les Ponts-de-Cé, and follows the river towards Saumur and Nantes on greenways and quiet minor roads. Some rental companies offer a bike rack as an option: check the offer, or hire bikes locally, in Angers as well as in Saumur.
Can I reach Puy du Fou by motorhome?
Yes, the park at Les Epesses, in the Vendée, is about an hour and a quarter from Angers via Cholet and has car parks suited to motorhomes; ask about the conditions for staying overnight. It opens from spring to autumn: in summer, book your tickets early, especially for the night show.
How many days should I plan when leaving from Angers?
Three to four days are enough for the Saumur area and its cave dwellings, the same for the Layon hillsides and Puy du Fou. Allow five to six days to reach the ocean via Nantes, Guérande and Noirmoutier, and about ten days to combine Anjou, Touraine and the Atlantic coast without long drives.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Angers
Angers is an ideal starting point to discover Anjou, a land of vineyards, tufa stone and châteaux set on the Loire. Within a few dozen kilometres, you go from the cave cellars of Saumur to the Layon hillsides, from Fontevraud Abbey to the river embankments, before reaching the Atlantic via Nantes and Guérande, or the Vendée and Puy du Fou.
The two partner companies cater for every kind of traveller, from couples in a van to families of six. Nantes, Tours, Poitiers and La Rochelle, other departure cities of our partners, also make one-way trips towards the ocean or the châteaux of Touraine possible. And from May to October, the mild Anjou climate makes every stage pleasant, between grape harvests, ocean beaches and evenings by the water.