Campervan and Motorhome hire — Occitania

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Occitania and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.

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Motorhomes available for hire — Occitania

From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.

Campervans available for hire — Occitania

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Occitania

Occitania — a region worth exploring

Occitanie stretches from the Pyrenees mountains along the Spanish border to the Mediterranean coast, covering over 72,000 square kilometres and making it the second-largest region in mainland France. The Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site completed in 1681, winds 240 km from Toulouse to the Étang de Thau near Sète, offering a unique waterside route for travellers on wheels. From the medieval fortress of Carcassonne to the Pont du Gard aqueduct near Nîmes, the region is packed with landmarks that reward slow exploration. Toulouse to Montpellier is roughly 245 km, while the drive from Carcassonne south to the spa town of Ax-les-Thermes in the Pyrenees covers about 110 km through winding mountain roads — ideal terrain for a well-equipped campervan. Coastal stretches around Gruissan and Cap d'Agde provide flat, easy driving, whereas the Gorges du Tarn and the Grands Causses plateau demand a bit more attention behind the wheel of a motorhome. Whether you fancy lavender fields in the Hérault, Cathar castles perched on rocky peaks, or seafood markets along the Languedoc shore, Occitanie delivers variety at every turn. Through Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners across the region, choosing from campervans, motorhomes, and converted vans that suit your group size and travel style — a peer-to-peer approach that keeps costs fair and puts you in touch with people who know Occitanie best.

Best time to visit

Occitanie enjoys a long travel season, with May to October offering warm, dry conditions along the Mediterranean coast and in the lowlands. The Festival de Carcassonne in July fills the medieval citadel with music, theatre, and dance, while the Feria de Nîmes in June brings lively street celebrations and bullfighting traditions. Summer is peak season, so booking your campervan early through Yescapa gives you the widest choice of vehicles from local owners — and peer-to-peer pricing often works out more affordable than traditional hire. Spring and autumn are excellent for exploring the Pyrenean foothills and the Gorges du Tarn, with quieter roads and comfortable temperatures for hiking. Winter opens up possibilities in Occitanie's ski resorts around Font-Romeu and the Ariège valley.

The best road trips in Occitania

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

The Canal du Midi Route

200 km 3–6 days

Follow the 200 km towpath route from Toulouse to Sète along the Canal du Midi. Stop at Castelnaudary for a cassoulet and explore the nine locks at Fonseranes near Béziers. Campervan-friendly aires dot the canal banks, making overnight stops easy.

Gorges du Tarn Adventure

180 km 3–5 days

This 180 km route winds through the dramatic Gorges du Tarn from Millau to Florac. Cross the Millau Viaduct, kayak beneath limestone cliffs, and camp near Sainte-Enimie. Narrow roads suit smaller campervans best — take your time and enjoy the views.

Cathar Castles Circuit

350 km 5–8 days

Cover 350 km across Occitanie's Cathar country, visiting the clifftop fortresses of Peyrepertuse and Quéribus before looping through Foix and Mirepoix. Well-suited to both campervans and motorhomes, with municipal aires near most castle sites.

Mediterranean Coast of Occitanie

400 km 5–8 days

Cruise 400 km along the Occitanie coastline from Collioure near the Spanish border to the Camargue wetlands. Pause at Narbonne-Plage and Cap d'Agde for beaches, and visit the flamingo lagoons at Gruissan. Flat coastal roads are ideal for motorhomes of any size.

Great Pyrenees Route

500 km 7–11 days

Spanning 500 km through the Occitanie Pyrenees, this route links Bagnères-de-Luchon, the Cirque de Gavarnie, and Font-Romeu. Mountain passes above 2,000 m reward with panoramic views. Best tackled in a campervan during summer when all cols are open.

Grand Tour of Occitanie

600 km 8–15 days

This 600 km loop connects Toulouse, Albi, the Gorges du Tarn, Montpellier, Carcassonne, and back. It combines city culture, river gorges, and coastal stretches into one comprehensive trip. Allow at least eight days and mix campsites with motorhome service areas along the way.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

Connecting people

Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

Pick-up

Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and road information in Occitania

Recommended campsites

Occitanie offers a wide range of campsites, from beachfront parks along the Mediterranean to mountain pitches in the Pyrenees and peaceful rural spots in the Aveyron countryside. Most sites provide full hook-ups for motorhomes and spacious pitches for campervans, along with modern shower blocks, laundry facilities, and Wi-Fi. Many coastal sites in Occitanie also feature swimming pools, direct beach access, and on-site restaurants.

  • Camping du Viaduc MillauViews of the Millau Viaduct, riverside pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, laundry, snack bar
  • Camping Le Sérignan Plage SérignanDirect beach access, swimming pools, motorhome service point, electric hook-ups, restaurant, Wi-Fi
  • Camping Les Cascades Luz-Saint-SauveurMountain setting, heated pool, electric hook-ups, showers, laundry, close to Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Camping de la Cité CarcassonneWalking distance to the medieval citadel, swimming pool, spacious pitches, electric hook-ups, showers
  • Camping Le Moulin du Roch Saint-André-d'AllasWooded setting, swimming pool, playground, electric hook-ups, showers, shop, Wi-Fi
  • Yelloh! Village Le Brasilia Canet-en-RoussillonBeachfront location, aquatic park, motorhome pitches, electric hook-ups, spa, restaurant, Wi-Fi

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Occitania

Occitanie's motorway network includes several toll roads, notably the A61 (Toulouse to Narbonne) and the A9 (running along the coast towards Spain). Tolls are paid at booths by card or cash, and costs can add up on longer journeys, so many motorhome travellers opt for the free national roads (routes nationales) instead. Speed limits for vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are 110 km/h on motorways and 80 km/h on single-carriageway roads. Mountain passes in the Pyrenees may have height or weight restrictions — check signage carefully if you are driving a larger motorhome. Rest areas with services are well spaced along major routes.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Occitania

Kieran
5 / 5

Super renter..

Colm
5 / 5

Eduardo is a wonderful person, very responsive to messages and generally couldn't be more helpful. Campervan is very well equipped and we had a wonderful experience.

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

He is a very nice guy, the van was very clean and everything was in good conditions!

Sean
5 / 5

Excellent in every way! Camper had everything needed for a very comfortable trip and holiday. Andres was very obliging and an absolute pleasure to deal with! I would highly recommend this choice.

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Una pareja muy amable y simpática, han tratado la furgoneta muy bien y no ha habido ningun problema

Suleman
5 / 5

That was nice and smooth

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