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Hiring a campervan in Caen means setting off from the heart of Normandy, a few kilometres from the sea and the D-Day landing beaches. Bayeux and its tapestry, the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, the villas of Deauville, the harbour of Honfleur and Mont-Saint-Michel are all within a few hours' drive. Two partner companies, Anywhere Campers and McRent, offer campervans, converted vans and family motorhomes.
Both depots are west of the city, in Carpiquet and Verson, right next to the ring road and the A84 motorway: you avoid the city centre from the very first kilometre.
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Caen-Carpiquet
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €302/day median €304/day | from €323/day median €326/day | from €370/day median €372/day | from €309/day median €312/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €313/day median €330/day | from €329/day median €345/day | from €381/day median €392/day | from €320/day median €332/day |
| Large motorhome | from €318/day median €322/day | from €335/day median €337/day | from €381/day median €384/day | from €326/day median €329/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 Caen-Carpiquet
1 The D-Day beaches and Bayeux
- Caen
- Ouistreham
- Arromanches
- Bayeux
- Colleville-sur-Mer
- Pointe du Hoc
- Sainte-Mère-Église
- Utah Beach
- Caen
From Ouistreham and Sword Beach, the coast road runs along Juno and Gold Beach to the artificial harbour of Arromanches, then reaches Bayeux, its cathedral and its tapestry. Omaha Beach, the American cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and Pointe du Hoc come before the Cotentin, Sainte-Mère-Église and Utah Beach. Start or finish at the Caen Memorial to understand the Battle of Normandy.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Côte Fleurie, Étretat and the Pays d'Auge
- Caen
- Cabourg
- Deauville
- Honfleur
- Étretat
- Pont-l'Évêque
- Beuvron-en-Auge
- Caen
To the east, Cabourg, Houlgate, Deauville and Trouville line up boardwalks and Belle Époque villas all the way to Honfleur and its Vieux Bassin. The tolled Pont de Normandie crosses the Seine estuary towards the cliffs of Étretat. On the way back, the Pays d'Auge unfolds its orchards, half-timbered houses and cider and calvados farms, from Pont-l'Évêque to Beuvron-en-Auge.
- Distance
- about 280 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or converted van
3 Suisse Normande and Mont-Saint-Michel to Saint-Malo
- Caen
- Clécy
- Villedieu-les-Poêles
- Granville
- Mont-Saint-Michel
- Cancale
- Saint-Malo
South of Caen, the Orne carves the wooded gorges of the Suisse Normande around Clécy, a hiking and canoeing area. You then reach Villedieu-les-Poêles and its copperware, the upper town of Granville, then Mont-Saint-Michel in its bay. Cancale and its oysters lead to Saint-Malo, another departure city of our partners, for a one-way trip.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Converted van or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Caen-Carpiquet?
Best time
June and September
June, September
highs 19 °C, lows 13 to 14 °C
The best months to leave from Caen: long days, a sea already or still pleasant and campsites less busy than in high summer. The one exception is the week of 6 June, when the D-Day commemorations fill the beaches, motorhome areas and roads of the Bessin.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 21 °C, lows 15 °C
The height of the Normandy summer stays mild, ideal for driving without heat. It is also the busiest time on the Côte Fleurie and at Mont-Saint-Michel: book campsites and your vehicle early, and visit the major sites in the morning.
Spring and October
March to May, October
highs 11 to 16 °C, lows 6 to 11 °C
In April and May the apple trees of the Pays d'Auge blossom and sunshine increases quickly; October is wetter but brings autumn colours to the Suisse Normande and the apple season. Pack warm clothes and a windproof jacket for the evenings.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 9 to 12 °C, lows 4 to 8 °C
Winter is mild but damp and windy on the coast, with short days. The D-Day museums, Bayeux and Mont-Saint-Michel can be visited in peace; choose a well-heated vehicle and campsites open all year round.
Climate in Caen-Carpiquet, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8 °C | 3 °C | 81 mm | 4 h/day | 8 °C |
| Feb | 10 °C | 4 °C | 57 mm | 6 h/day | 8 °C |
| Mar | 12 °C | 5 °C | 59 mm | 8 h/day | 9 °C |
| Apr | 15 °C | 6 °C | 53 mm | 10 h/day | 11 °C |
| May | 17 °C | 9 °C | 62 mm | 11 h/day | 15 °C |
| Jun | 21 °C | 12 °C | 68 mm | 12 h/day | 18 °C |
| Jul | 23 °C | 14 °C | 51 mm | 12 h/day | 20 °C |
| Aug | 23 °C | 14 °C | 57 mm | 11 h/day | 20 °C |
| Sep | 21 °C | 12 °C | 57 mm | 9 h/day | 19 °C |
| Oct | 17 °C | 10 °C | 75 mm | 7 h/day | 16 °C |
| Nov | 12 °C | 6 °C | 83 mm | 5 h/day | 13 °C |
| Dec | 10 °C | 4 °C | 80 mm | 4 h/day | 10 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Pick-up in Carpiquet and Verson
Anywhere Campers welcomes you in Carpiquet and McRent on rue de l'Odon in Verson, two neighbouring towns west of Caen. They are close to the airport and the A84 motorway: a taxi from the station or the airport is the easiest option. The exact address is in your confirmation.
Toll-free roads to the west
The A84 to Mont-Saint-Michel and Rennes and the N13 to Bayeux and Cherbourg are toll-free dual carriageways. To the east, the A13 to Rouen and Paris and the Pont de Normandie are tolled. As the A13 is moving to barrier-free tolling, check the payment method in force before using it, and ask the rental company whether the vehicle has a toll tag.
Motorhome areas on the coast
Normandy has many municipal motorhome areas, often near the D-Day beaches and the harbours. However, many seafronts on the Côte Fleurie ban overnight parking or have height barriers: find the motorhome area for each stop before you arrive.
Tides and foreshores
The Channel tides are among the strongest in Europe, especially in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. Never park on a foreshore or a slipway, check the tide times before a walk on the sand and never cross the bay without a guide.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Caen-Carpiquet
Where can I pick up a campervan in Caen?
Two partner companies welcome you west of Caen: Anywhere Campers in Carpiquet, the town where the airport is, and McRent on rue de l'Odon in Verson. The two depots are a few minutes from each other and from the ring road. The meeting time and access instructions are in your booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Caen?
The price depends mainly on the season, the length of hire and the type of vehicle: July and August are the most expensive months in Normandy, winter the most affordable. Run a search with your dates to compare the offers of the Caen rental companies, with a daily price including mandatory fees, bookable straight away.
Can I take the ferry from Ouistreham to England?
The port of Caen-Ouistreham, about twenty minutes from the depots, has ferries to Portsmouth. Before booking the crossing, check that the rental company allows the United Kingdom and that the insurance covers it. Prepare the entry formalities required for your nationality, and remember that traffic drives on the left across the Channel.
Can I return the vehicle in another city?
Our partners also rent from Cherbourg, Le Havre, Rouen, Saint-Malo, Rennes and Dieppe. A one-way trip to Saint-Malo via Mont-Saint-Michel, or to Le Havre along the Côte Fleurie, is therefore possible. Enter the return city in your search: any one-way fees are included in the displayed price.
Which vehicles can I hire in Caen?
Our searches in October 2026 found two-seater campervans, low-profile motorhomes such as the Carado T 447 or the Sunlight T 68, and family models with five to six berths, including the Adria Matrix and the Sunlight A70. Most come with manual or automatic gearboxes, which you can choose in the filters.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Caen-Carpiquet 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 Caen
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in France?
A category B licence is enough for motorhomes, campervans and converted vans under 3.5 tonnes, the most common 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, shown in the offer conditions.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in Normandy?
Between municipal motorhome areas, coastal campsites and farm stays in the Pays d'Auge, there are plenty of options. Overnight parking is often banned on seafronts and in protected sites: follow the signs and favour the motorhome areas. In July, August and early June, book coastal campsites in advance.
How do I reach the depots from Caen airport or station?
Caen-Carpiquet airport is a few minutes' drive from the two depots, located in Carpiquet and Verson. From Caen SNCF railway station, on the right bank of the Orne, allow about twenty minutes by taxi. Let the rental company know your arrival time so that the handover can be arranged.
Where can I park a motorhome at Mont-Saint-Michel?
Vehicles cannot drive up to the rock: a paid car park on the mainland takes motorhomes, and free shuttles run to the foot of the Mont. In summer, arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Check the overnight parking rules in force on site.
When should I book a campervan in Caen?
With only two depots on site, the choice shrinks quickly for July, August and the 6 June commemorations: book several months ahead. In spring, September and winter, a few weeks are usually enough, especially for a family motorhome rather than a campervan.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Caen
Caen sits in the middle of the Normandy coast: to the west, the Bessin, the D-Day beaches and the Cotentin; to the east, the Côte Fleurie, the Seine estuary and the cliffs of Étretat; to the south, the bocage, the Suisse Normande and the road to Mont-Saint-Michel. No stage is long, and every evening ends in a harbour, a Pays d'Auge village or near a beach steeped in history.
The two partner depots, Anywhere Campers in Carpiquet and McRent in Verson, are on the western edge of the city, from where you head to the sea without crossing the centre. The Ouistreham ferry opens the road to England, while Cherbourg, Saint-Malo, Rennes and Le Havre let you end the trip elsewhere. With a mild summer and sites open all year round, Caen suits a first getaway as well as a long tour of western France.