Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
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Anywhere Campers GrenobleGrenobleView map
Hiring a campervan in Grenoble means starting from the heart of the French Alps: the city is surrounded by three mountain ranges, the Vercors, the Chartreuse and Belledonne, and the Oisans roads take you within an hour to the foot of Alpe d'Huez and the glaciers of the Écrins. 3 partner companies and 4 depots offer campervans, camper vans and motorhomes: Anywhere Campers, Avis Explore and BlackSheep.
The depots are spread between the north of the city, Gières to the east and Tencin, in the Grésivaudan valley. Mountain itineraries, pass opening seasons and winter rules to prepare your departure.
3 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Grenoble?
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 Gresi Car134 Route de la Tuilerie, 38570 TencinView map
BlackSheep Rental company category:Standard
Public rating of the rental company: 3.9/5 (422 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.9/5 411 reviews
- Trustpilot 4.3/5 11 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Grenoble
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €281/day median €284/day | from €303/day median €306/day | from €349/day median €352/day | from €289/day median €292/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €292/day median €310/day | from €308/day median €324/day | from €360/day median €372/day | from €300/day median €311/day |
| Large motorhome | from €298/day median €301/day | from €314/day median €316/day | from €360/day median €363/day | from €306/day median €308/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 Grenoble
1 Oisans, the Écrins and the great Alpine passes
- Grenoble
- Bourg-d'Oisans
- Alpe d'Huez
- La Grave
- Col du Lautaret
- Col du Galibier
- Valloire
- Grenoble
The Romanche valley leads to Bourg-d'Oisans, from where you climb the 21 hairpin bends of Alpe d'Huez. Higher up, La Grave faces the glaciers of La Meije, in the Écrins National Park, before the Col du Lautaret and its flower meadows, then the Galibier and the descent to Valloire. The way back runs through the Maurienne valley and the motorway. A summer loop, when the Galibier is open.
- Distance
- about 280 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 Vercors plateaus and the Chartreuse monastery
- Grenoble
- Villard-de-Lans
- Bourne gorges
- Pont-en-Royans
- Vassieux-en-Vercors
- Voiron
- Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse
- Grenoble
You climb onto the Vercors plateau via Villard-de-Lans, then drive down the Bourne gorges to Pont-en-Royans and its houses hanging above the river. Vassieux-en-Vercors recalls the history of the Resistance fighters. To the north, the Chartreuse offers its forests, Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse and the monastery museum. Narrow roads and passages under overhanging rock: a compact vehicle is a must.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
3 The Route Napoléon and the Verdon Gorge to Avignon
- Grenoble
- Laffrey
- Corps
- Gap
- Sisteron
- Digne-les-Bains
- Castellane
- Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
- Valensole
- Avignon
To the south, the Route Napoléon crosses the Laffrey plateau and its lakes, passes through Corps and Gap, then the citadel of Sisteron and Digne-les-Bains. After Castellane, the Verdon Gorge and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie open onto the Valensole plateau, in bloom in early July. You finish in Avignon, another departure city of our partners, for a one-way trip from the Alps to Provence.
- Distance
- about 450 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Grenoble?
Best time
June and September
June, September
highs 24 to 26 °C, lows 14 to 16 °C
The best months to leave from Grenoble: the high passes are generally open, temperatures stay mild in the valleys and the campsites of the Oisans or the Vercors are quiet. September often brings clear skies, ideal for the views of the Écrins, before the first snow on the peaks.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 28 to 29 °C, lows 17 °C
Peak season: the Grenoble basin is hot, while you find cool air at altitude, on the Vercors plateaus or in La Grave. Afternoon storms are frequent in the mountains, and the Tour de France can close some passes for a day: check its route before you set off.
April, May and October
April to May, October
highs 18 to 21 °C, lows 7 to 11 °C
The shoulder season suits the valleys and the mid-altitude ranges, the Chartreuse and the Vercors first of all, with autumn colours in October. May and October are among the wettest months, and snow can still or already fall on the heights: plan fallback stages.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 9 to 15 °C, lows 1 to 5 °C
Winter turns Grenoble into a base for ski resorts: Chamrousse, Les Sept Laux, Alpe d'Huez or Villard-de-Lans can be reached in less than two hours. November and December are the wettest months; a well-heated motorhome and a serviced motorhome area in a resort make the stay comfortable.
Climate in Grenoble, month by month
Most pleasant months: July.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
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| Jan | 9 °C | 1 °C | 131 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 12 °C | 3 °C | 94 mm | 7 h/day |
| Mar | 15 °C | 4 °C | 119 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 18 °C | 7 °C | 109 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 21 °C | 11 °C | 148 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 26 °C | 16 °C | 124 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 28 °C | 17 °C | 90 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 29 °C | 17 °C | 92 mm | 12 h/day |
| Sep | 24 °C | 14 °C | 113 mm | 10 h/day |
| Oct | 20 °C | 10 °C | 132 mm | 8 h/day |
| Nov | 13 °C | 5 °C | 156 mm | 6 h/day |
| Dec | 9 °C | 2 °C | 164 mm | 5 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Three different starting points
The BlackSheep depot on Boulevard de l'Esplanade is north of the centre, near the exit towards Lyon and Voiron. The Gières depot is to the east, on the road to Chambéry, and Avis Explore is in Tencin, about 25 km away in the Grésivaudan valley: a convenient start towards Savoie, less so towards the Vercors.
Low-emission zone
The Grenoble metropolitan area has introduced a low-emission zone, whose timetable and vehicles concerned have changed over the years. Before entering the urban area, check that the motorhome displays its Crit'Air sticker and find out about the rules in force on the date of your trip.
Grenoble on foot and by tram
The centre is compact and its streets are poorly suited to the size of a motorhome. Park in a tram park-and-ride, then ride the Bastille cable car and its bubbles up to take in the city, the Vercors and, on clear days, Mont Blanc at a glance.
Mountain descents
The roads around Grenoble alternate climbs and long descents, such as the Laffrey ramp on the Route Napoléon or the descent from Alpe d'Huez. Use engine braking by shifting down rather than the brakes, and let them cool in a car park if you notice a burning smell.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Grenoble
Where can I pick up a campervan in Grenoble?
Three partner companies welcome you at four depots: BlackSheep in Grenoble, on Boulevard de l'Esplanade, and in Gières, Anywhere Campers in Grenoble and Avis Explore in Tencin, in the Grésivaudan valley. The precise location and the time of the key handover are sent to you when you book.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Grenoble?
The rate varies with the period, the number of days and the size of vehicle chosen: a van for two and a large family motorhome are not priced the same, and summer is the busiest season. To find the exact rate, enter your departure and return dates: the search shows the available offers, mandatory fees included.
When are the great Oisans passes open?
The Galibier and the Croix-de-Fer close in winter and only reopen when the snow melts, generally between late May and June, until the first snowfalls in October or November. The Lautaret normally stays open all year but can be cut off by snow: check road conditions before each stage.
Can I reach Annecy and the Savoy lakes?
Yes: via the Grésivaudan valley motorway, Chambéry and Lake Bourget are about an hour away, and Lake Annecy about an hour and a half. As Annecy and Chamonix are also departure cities of our partners, a one-way trip to Haute-Savoie is possible.
Can I drive to Italy from Grenoble?
Yes, via Briançon and the Col de Montgenèvre, open all year, or through the Fréjus tunnel from the Maurienne valley, which is tolled. Turin is then a few hours' drive away. Before leaving, check that your rental company's insurance covers Italy, sometimes for an extra fee.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Grenoble 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 Grenoble
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome hired in Grenoble?
For campervans, camper vans and motorhomes of up to 3.5 tonnes, which make up most rental fleets, a category B licence is sufficient. Drivers holding a licence obtained outside Europe may also have to present an international driving permit. The minimum age and number of years of driving required vary by rental company: they appear in the details of each offer.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome around Grenoble?
The resorts of the Oisans, the Vercors and the Chartreuse often have motorhome areas, and campsites are plentiful around Bourg-d'Oisans and Villard-de-Lans. In the Écrins National Park and the regional nature parks, overnight parking is regulated: choose authorised motorhome areas and campsites.
Is winter equipment required in Isère?
Yes: between 1 November and 31 March, the Mountain Law requires you to drive on winter tyres or carry chains in most municipalities of Isère and the neighbouring departments, marked by signs. Check at pick-up that the vehicle is equipped, and practise fitting the chains before driving up to a resort.
How do I get to the depots from the airport?
Grenoble-Alpes-Isère airport, about 40 km to the north-west, mainly handles seasonal winter flights. Most travellers arrive via Lyon-Saint-Exupéry, about an hour's drive away, linked by coaches to Grenoble bus station. Allow a comfortable margin between landing and the vehicle handover appointment.
Can I return the motorhome in another city?
Some rental companies accept a return in Lyon, Annecy, Chamonix or Avignon, other departure cities of our partners, for an extra charge. Choose the arrival city as soon as you search: the list then only shows the offers that accept it, with the one-way fee already built into the price.
When should I book a campervan in Grenoble?
With only a few depots in the area, departures in July and August are booked from winter onwards, especially vans, much in demand for the passes. For June and September, a few weeks are often enough. In winter, plan ahead for the school holidays, when the Isère resorts are fully booked.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Grenoble
Grenoble is probably the best-placed large city in France for a mountain trip. Without long transfer stages, you reach the cliffs and plateaus of the Vercors, the forests of the Chartreuse, the glaciers of the Écrins and the legendary passes of the Tour de France; further south, the Route Napoléon runs down towards Provence and the Verdon Gorge.
Three partner companies and four depots offer anything from a compact van, suited to the narrow mountain roads, to a family motorhome. Lyon, Annecy, Chamonix and Avignon, other departure cities of our partners, make it possible to plan a one-way trip between the Northern Alps and the south of France. Summer for the high passes, winter for the ski resorts: Grenoble suits motorhome travel all year round.