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Hiring a campervan in Montpellier puts your starting point between two worlds: to the east and south, lagoons, sandy beaches and the ramparts of Aigues-Mortes; to the north, the Hérault gorges, the Cirque de Navacelles and the ridges of the Cévennes, less than two hours' drive away. Our partner Anywhere Campers offers vehicles ranging from the two-seat campervan to the six-berth motorhome, with manual or automatic gearbox.
Itineraries from the city, the best times to go according to the local climate, driving and parking rules: the essentials for hitting the road from the capital of the Hérault.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Montpellier?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Montpellier
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €341/day median €344/day | from €363/day median €365/day | from €409/day median €412/day | from €349/day median €351/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €352/day median €370/day | from €368/day median €384/day | from €420/day median €431/day | from €360/day median €371/day |
| Large motorhome | from €358/day median €361/day | from €374/day median €376/day | from €420/day median €423/day | from €365/day median €368/day |
Daily prices observed on October 22, 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 Montpellier
1 Hérault gorges, Navacelles and the Larzac
- Montpellier
- Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
- Lake Salagou
- Lodève
- Cirque de Navacelles
- La Couvertoirade
- Roquefort-sur-Soulzon
- Millau
- Montpellier
To the north-west, Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert and its Romanesque abbey overlook the Hérault gorges. After the red earth of Lake Salagou and Lodève, the road climbs onto the causse to the viewpoint over the Cirque de Navacelles, then crosses the Templar Larzac via La Couvertoirade, before the Roquefort cheese cellars and the Millau Viaduct. The road down to the bottom of the cirque is narrow: large vehicles stop at the viewpoint.
- Distance
- about 350 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Low-profile motorhome or camper van
2 Cévennes: Aigoual, the corniche and the valleys
- Montpellier
- Ganges
- Le Vigan
- Mont Aigoual
- Florac
- Corniche des Cévennes
- Saint-Jean-du-Gard
- Anduze
- Sommières
- Montpellier
Via Ganges and the Grotte des Demoiselles, you reach Le Vigan and then Mont Aigoual, with its weather observatory and a view that stretches, on clear days, from the Alps to the Pyrenees. The descent to Florac leads to the Corniche des Cévennes, a ridge road to Saint-Jean-du-Gard, then Anduze and its bamboo garden, before returning via Sommières and its Roman bridge. Slow, winding roads: plan short stages.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
3 Petite Camargue, the lido and the Thau lagoon
- Montpellier
- Aigues-Mortes
- Le Grau-du-Roi
- Palavas-les-Flots
- Sète
- Bouzigues
- Marseillan
- Agde
- Pézenas
- Montpellier
To the east, the ramparts of Aigues-Mortes border salt pans with pink waters, and Espiguette beach, at Le Grau-du-Roi, lines up its wild dunes. Then head west via Palavas-les-Flots and the Frontignan lido to Sète, its canals and Mont Saint-Clair. The oyster beds of Bouzigues, Marseillan, then Agde, a city of black basalt, come before Pézenas, the town of Molière.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Montpellier?
Best time
April to June and September
April to June, September
highs 19 to 28 °C, lows 9 to 18 °C
The best time to leave from Montpellier: long days, the garrigue in bloom in spring and clear roads in the Cévennes and on the Larzac. September adds the grape harvest in the Pic Saint-Loup and Terrasses du Larzac vineyards, with coastal campsites quiet again.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 31 °C, lows 20 °C
Peak season on the Hérault coast: heat, little rain and full campsites from La Grande-Motte to Cap d'Agde. Book early, drive in the morning and seek cooler air at altitude, on the Aigoual or the causses. When the wildfire risk is high, access to some forested hills may be restricted.
October and November
October to November
highs 15 to 21 °C, lows 8 to 13 °C
Autumn stays mild, but it is the rainiest period, the season of the "Cévennes episodes": violent storms can cause flash floods inland. Follow the weather warnings, avoid fords and riverside campsites, and fall back on the coast when the weather is unsettled.
Winter
December to March
December to March
highs 12 to 16 °C, lows 4 to 7 °C
Winter is mild by the sea, with about seven hours of sunshine a day in January: a good season for Sète, Pézenas or Montpellier itself. On the Aigoual and the Larzac, snow and ice can close roads and winter equipment may be required: a heated vehicle is a must.
Climate in Montpellier, month by month
Most pleasant months: April to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12 °C | 4 °C | 64 mm | 7 h/day | 11 °C |
| Feb | 14 °C | 5 °C | 59 mm | 8 h/day | 11 °C |
| Mar | 16 °C | 7 °C | 70 mm | 9 h/day | 13 °C |
| Apr | 19 °C | 9 °C | 72 mm | 10 h/day | 15 °C |
| May | 23 °C | 13 °C | 75 mm | 12 h/day | 18 °C |
| Jun | 28 °C | 18 °C | 44 mm | 13 h/day | 23 °C |
| Jul | 31 °C | 20 °C | 17 mm | 14 h/day | 25 °C |
| Aug | 31 °C | 20 °C | 34 mm | 13 h/day | 24 °C |
| Sep | 26 °C | 16 °C | 83 mm | 11 h/day | 22 °C |
| Oct | 21 °C | 13 °C | 112 mm | 8 h/day | 19 °C |
| Nov | 15 °C | 8 °C | 108 mm | 7 h/day | 16 °C |
| Dec | 13 °C | 5 °C | 72 mm | 7 h/day | 12 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Two railway stations to arrive at
Montpellier has two stations: Saint-Roch, right in the centre and served by the tram, and Montpellier Sud de France, in the south-east of the city, where some TGV high-speed trains stop. Check which one is on your ticket and plan the journey to the pick-up point: with luggage, a taxi is the easiest option.
Low-emission zone and the Écusson
The Montpellier metropolitan area has introduced a low-emission zone whose boundaries, timetable and exemptions have changed several times. Before you set off, check the rules in force and ask the rental company for the vehicle's Crit'Air sticker. To visit the Écusson, the pedestrian historic centre, park on the outskirts and take the tram.
Height barriers at beach car parks
From Carnon to Palavas-les-Flots and La Grande-Motte, many seafront car parks have height barriers that block tall vehicles. Find the motorhome car parks and service areas of each resort in advance, and explore the protected natural areas of the lido by bike or on foot.
Tolled A9, toll-free A75
Towards Nîmes or Béziers, the A9 is a toll motorway, where a motorhome over two metres high usually pays class 2. To the north, the A750 and then the A75 climb towards the Larzac and the Massif Central toll-free, except for the Millau Viaduct, which is tolled.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Montpellier
Where can I pick up a campervan in Montpellier?
Our partner Anywhere Campers hands over its vehicles in Montpellier. The exact meeting point and handover times are given in the confirmation sent after booking. Read them again a few days before departure, especially if you arrive late by train or plane, so you can agree on a time slot with the rental company.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Montpellier?
The price depends mainly on the season, the length of hire and the size of the vehicle: a two-seat campervan and a six-berth motorhome do not cost the same, and July and August remain the busiest period. Run a search with your dates to see real prices, mandatory fees included, that you can book straight away.
Which models are available from Montpellier?
Our searches in October 2026 found the Van for 2, for two travellers, the low-profile Carado T 447 with four berths, the Sunlight T 68 and Adria Matrix M670SL with five berths, and the over-cab Sunlight A70 with six berths. Most come with a manual or automatic gearbox, which you choose when searching.
Is one week enough for the Hérault and the Cévennes?
Seven days let you combine two of our itineraries, for example the Petite Camargue and the Thau lagoon, then the Hérault gorges and Navacelles, passing back through Montpellier in between. To add the Aigoual and the Corniche des Cévennes, with their slow roads, allow ten days to two weeks instead.
Can I return the vehicle in Nîmes or Béziers?
Nîmes and Béziers are also departure cities of our partners, as are Avignon and Marseille further east. Enter the return city you want when searching: the offers that accept this one-way trip are then displayed, with any one-way fees already included in the price.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Montpellier 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 Montpellier
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in France?
A category B licence is enough for all vehicles under 3.5 tonnes, which covers campervans and most rental motorhomes. With a licence issued outside the European Union, an international driving permit may be required. The minimum age and number of years of driving required are shown in the conditions of each offer.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in the Hérault?
The coast has many campsites and dedicated motorhome areas in the resorts, while the hinterland offers municipal areas and stays with winegrowers or on farms. Overnight parking outside these places is often banned by the sea, and wild camping is strictly regulated in the core of the Cévennes National Park.
How do I get to the pick-up point from Montpellier airport?
Montpellier-Méditerranée airport is in Mauguio, a few kilometres south-east of the centre. A shuttle bus connects it to the tram network, and taxis wait outside the terminal. Give the rental company your flight number to set the vehicle handover time, especially if you land in the evening.
When can I swim on the Hérault coast?
The sea averages 23 °C in June, 25 °C in July, 24 °C in August and still 22 °C in September: the swimming season extends well beyond summer. In April and May, the water is still cool, around 15 to 18 °C, but the lido beaches are almost deserted.
Is Spanish Catalonia within reach of Montpellier?
The Le Perthus border crossing is about two hours' drive along the A9, which puts Girona and the Costa Brava within reach of a one-week trip. Before crossing the Pyrenees, check in the offer conditions that Spain is among the countries allowed and covered by the insurance.
When should I book a campervan in Montpellier?
With a single partner company on site, the number of vehicles available is limited: book several months ahead for July and August, as well as for the May public holidays. Off season, a few weeks are often enough, but two-seat campervans and automatic models are usually the most in demand.
About us
Why start your trip from Montpellier
Montpellier brings together, within an hour's drive, landscapes you would think far apart: lagoons with pink flamingos, fine sandy beaches, the garrigue and vineyards of Pic Saint-Loup, then the wild gorges of the hinterland. Further on, the Causses and the Cévennes, jointly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offer a completely different atmosphere, cool and remote.
You start from Anywhere Campers, which rents both two-seat campervans and six-berth motorhomes. The city is well connected by train, plane and the A9, and Nîmes, Béziers, Avignon or Marseille, other departure cities of our partners, open the way to one-way trips across Languedoc and Provence. From April to September, the climate suits every itinerary; the rest of the year, the mild coast makes off-season travel possible.