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BlackSheep campervan hire in France

Vans for two to five travellers departing from 13 cities, from Lille to Bastia, with pick-ups at Orly and Roissy

public rating, 422 reviews
3.9/5
branches
19
departure cities
13
models
18
countries
5
available with an automatic gearbox, out of 18 listed
12 models
pick-up points in Paris, including Orly and Roissy
4
  • Airport branch
  • Pick-up at the Orly and Roissy-CDG car parks
  • Automatic gearbox on most models
  • Pop-up roof vans for four or five
  • A depot in Corsica, near Bastia
  • Departures at the foot of the Alps: Annecy and Grenoble

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

BlackSheep, the campervan, French-style

BlackSheep is a French rental company that has made the campervan its speciality, a shorter and more manoeuvrable format than a classic motorhome. Its depots cover 13 cities: Paris, Lille, Lyon, Grenoble, Annecy, Colmar, Clermont-Ferrand, Nantes, Bordeaux, Biarritz, Carcassonne, Nice and Bastia, in Corsica. Around Paris there are four addresses, including two airport car parks, at Orly and Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle.

The range lines up 18 models. The Campervan Classic and Mini are aimed at couples, while the Baroudeur, Expedition and Explorer series, often fitted with a pop-up roof, sleep four or five people. Added to these are the ID Buzz, Volkswagen's electric van, and a nine-seat Caravelle minibus, with no berths. Twelve of the eighteen models have an automatic gearbox.

Mileage, excess, fuel policy and cleaning fees vary with the rate: read them in the offer details before confirming.

Our view: an extensive network for a van specialist, with unusual departure points such as Bastia, Carcassonne or Colmar, and a wide choice of automatics. Worth knowing: no low-profile or overcab motorhomes, five berths at most and vans in high demand in summer, best booked early.

Rental company profile

BlackSheep in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether BlackSheep suits your trip.

General information

Brand
BlackSheep · French campervan rental company
Rental company website
blacksheep-van.com
Vehicle types
Campervans, pop-up roofs, minibus · no low-profile or overcab
Series
Campervan, Baroudeur, Expedition, Explorer · plus the ID Buzz and the Caravelle minibus
Gearbox
Automatic on 12 models · 6 models with a manual gearbox
Berths
From 2 to 5 · the Caravelle minibus has none

Rental conditions

Age and licence
Stated in each offer · to be checked before booking
Mileage
Depending on the rate · any allowance and cost per extra kilometre in the offer
Excess
Amount specified in the offer · security deposit to be paid at departure
Fuel
Policy set by the rental company · expected return level to be read before departure
Cancellation and changes
According to the rate conditions · to be read before paying
Different return city
To be tested in the search · by entering an arrival city

Insurance and extras

Additional costs
Insurance, cleaning, equipment · detailed in the offer, to be added to your budget

Network and availability

Paris and airports
4 addresses · Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, Charenton-le-Pont, Orly, Roissy-CDG
Alps and Rhône
Annecy, Grenoble, Lyon · depots in Seynod, Gières, Grenoble and Rillieux-la-Pape
South-West
Bordeaux, Biarritz, Carcassonne · including Mérignac, Saint-Jean-d'Illac, Anglet and Ustaritz
Mediterranean and Corsica
Nice, Bastia · the Corsican depot is in Lucciana
North, East, Centre and West
Lille, Colmar, Clermont-Ferrand, Nantes · exact address in the offer details
The fleet

BlackSheep vehicles in France

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

Campervan

Hi-top van

Pop-top van

Sleeper van

Van

Branches

BlackSheep branches in France

Bastia

  • Blacksheep Van Corsica
    126 Lotissement La Maraninca, 20290 Lucciana
    Public rating of the rental company: 4.2/5 (6 reviews)

    Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

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Network

BlackSheep also operates in 4 other countries

Comparison

BlackSheep compared with other rental companies in France

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company Vehicles Mileage Best for
BlackSheep Campervans and pop-up roof vans (Campervan, Baroudeur, Expedition, Explorer) Specified in each offer Compact vans, 13 cities including Orly, Roissy and Bastia
McRent Urban, Compact, Family and Comfort ranges: vans, low-profiles, overcab, A-class Unlimited in 100% of the offers observed More spacious motorhomes, 7 cities
Anywhere Campers Sunlight, Adria, Carado motorhomes and vans for two Unlimited in 100% of the offers observed Very dense network, 49 cities
Our view

BlackSheep: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

BlackSheep is ideal if…

  • You are travelling as a couple and want a vehicle that parks like a large car
  • You only drive automatics
  • You are landing at Orly or Roissy and want to hit the road without a detour
  • You dream of the Alpine lakes from Annecy or Grenoble
  • You want to discover Corsica by setting off directly from the island
  • You are a family of four or five and are happy to sleep under a pop-up roof

BlackSheep is not ideal if…

  • A shower and toilet on board are essential for you
  • More than five of you need to sleep in the vehicle
  • Your ideal departure point is Marseille, Toulouse or Montpellier
  • You want a large motorhome with a separate bedroom
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with BlackSheep

  1. Choose your Paris address according to how you arrive

    If you fly in, the Orly (car park P4c) and Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle (car park P3) pick-up points save you crossing Paris. From the city, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre or the Bercy 2 shopping centre in Charenton-le-Pont are closer. The address chosen appears in your confirmation.

  2. Walk around the van before setting off

    When the keys are handed over, inspect the bodywork, the interior and the inventory (crockery, stove, bedding), then photograph every defect you find. Also save the rental company's assistance number in your phone: you will need it if anything goes wrong on the road.

  3. Ask for a demonstration of the pop-up roof

    On the Baroudeur, Expedition or Explorer Pop-up models, ask for a demonstration of opening and closing the roof, then of setting up the bed. A few minutes of practice at the depot avoids hesitation on the first evening, often as night falls.

  4. Read the fuel policy and additional costs

    Fuel level expected on return, cleaning, kilometres beyond any allowance: these points are specific to each rate. Read them in the offer details and photograph the fuel gauge at departure and on arrival to avoid any dispute.

  5. Book early for July and August

    Campervans go quickly during the summer holidays, especially the four- or five-berth models and automatics. Booking several months ahead leaves you a choice of model and depot; failing that, June and September often offer more availability.

What travellers ask

Your questions about BlackSheep

Where can you pick up a BlackSheep van in France?

BlackSheep departs from 13 cities: Paris (four addresses, including Orly and Roissy), Lille (Villeneuve-d'Ascq), Lyon (Rillieux-la-Pape), Grenoble, Annecy (Seynod), Colmar, Clermont-Ferrand, Nantes (Bouguenais), Bordeaux, Biarritz, Carcassonne, Nice and Bastia (Lucciana). Several depots are on the outskirts: check the address in the offer.

Which BlackSheep van should you choose for your group size?

For two, the Campervan Classic and Campervan Mini are enough. The Mini Caddy, Mini Jogger and the ID Buzz carry five people but sleep only two. For four sleepers, look at the Baroudeur, California Confort or Explorer 2+2; the Explorer 5 goes up to five berths.

Can you hire an automatic BlackSheep van?

Yes, it is in fact the most common case: twelve of the eighteen models in the range are automatic, including all the Baroudeur and Expedition models, the Explorer Pop Up and the ID Buzz. The Explorer 4 and 5, the Explorer 4 Pop-up, the California Confort, the Mini Jogger and the Caravelle minibus remain manual.

Can you sleep in every BlackSheep vehicle?

Almost all of them. Only the Caravelle minibus, with its nine seats, has no berths: it is for carrying a group, not for camping. All the other models offer two to five berths, depending on whether or not they have a pop-up or high roof. The exact number is shown on each vehicle's page.

How much does a BlackSheep hire in France cost?

The model, departure depot, period and number of days all affect the amount: a van for two in May does not cost the same as a pop-up roof for five in August. To get a reliable figure, mandatory fees included, enter the depot you want and the exact hire dates in the search engine, then compare the models available.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with BlackSheep

4.3
818 reviews

Public rating of BlackSheep

Public rating of the rental company: 3.9/5 (422 reviews)

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

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
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — BlackSheep campervan hire in France

Why book BlackSheep with CoolDrive?

On CoolDrive, BlackSheep vans appear in the same search as vehicles from other French rental companies, so you can weigh up a compact van against a motorhome at a glance. The advertised price includes mandatory fees, and our experts remain available before departure and during your trip for any question about the offer you have chosen.

Is mileage limited with BlackSheep?

It depends on the rate chosen. Some offers may include a mileage allowance, with a cost for each extra kilometre, others not. Before booking a long tour, for example from Lille to the Pyrenees, check the mileage entry in the offer details and estimate the total distance of your route.

What excess and security deposit does BlackSheep charge?

The excess amount and the security deposit are shown in each BlackSheep offer; they may vary with the model and the insurance option. Bring a bank card whose limit covers the deposit on the day of pick-up; our experts will tell you whether an option lets you lower the excess.

Can you go to Corsica with BlackSheep?

Yes, and without taking the ferry: BlackSheep has a depot in Lucciana, south of Bastia. Simply arrive on the island by plane or boat, then pick up the van there. As Corsican roads are often narrow and winding, a compact model such as the Campervan Mini or Classic is particularly at ease there.

Can you return the BlackSheep van in another city?

With several depots spread across the country, a trip such as Paris–Nice or Bordeaux–Biarritz may seem natural, but there is no guarantee that it is offered. Enter a different arrival city in the search engine: only offers that accept this return are shown, with any surcharge. Otherwise, plan a loop from the departure depot.

Is the ID Buzz electric van suitable for a road trip?

Volkswagen's ID Buzz is an automatic electric van, with five seats and two berths. It is well suited to short trips or routes where charging is easy to arrange. For long stages, plan your charging stops in advance and ask about the battery level required on return.

About us

Hire a BlackSheep van in France with CoolDrive Nomad

BlackSheep hires out vans only, from the model for two that slips through narrow streets to the pop-up roof that accommodates a family of five. Its network runs from Lille to Bastia by way of Paris, Lyon, the Alps around Annecy and Grenoble, Alsace in Colmar, Auvergne, the Basque coast, Bordeaux, Carcassonne and Nice. Twelve of the eighteen models are automatic, an advantage for anyone who has never driven a manual, and travellers arriving by plane can pick up their van at Orly or Roissy.

CoolDrive Nomad shows BlackSheep alongside the motorhomes of McRent or Anywhere Campers: you can see whether a compact van is enough or whether a larger vehicle would suit you better. The price shown includes mandatory fees, and our experts help you choose the model and the depot. Enter your dates to see the vans available.

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