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Martin and Nadine haven’t been to France since January, and Covid complications certainly are an issue and a constant worry. It seems sorting out a ferry crossing isn’t the only hurdle. Is it better to go or to cancel?

Requirements for driving in France – Breath Test Kits

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Kouign-amann vs Lardy cake

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Exporting a UK-bought LHD car to France

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Driving in France

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Quick News and Information

Cheap hire car from supermarkets in France

by | Jan 9, 2012 | Quick News and Information | 1 comment

The cheapest way to hire a vehicle in France is to hire one from a supermarket.

In Brittany, Super U and Leclerc have some for rental. They have 5 seaters (Fiat Punto for example), 9 seaters, various size vans from 6 to 20 cubic meter, etc.

They will also let you take it to the UK which is very practical. I have already booked a van for a client to take to England for a few days. The price was very reasonable. It is a cheap way to organise a removal.

Book it early as they might have just one of each size!

I have just got a price for a friend for a 5 seater for 5 days. €121 all in.

Having worked for a car hire company in Jersey, I think it is a good price!