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Car hire La Rochelle

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Popular rental locations in La Rochelle

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in La Rochelle

Car hire La Rochelle Airport

Car rental companies in La Rochelle

Below are the car rental companies in La Rochelle with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Sixt

    8.4 (3705)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    8.4 (6537)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    8.1 (7538)
    No rates available

  • Rent a car

    8.1 (34)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.1 (8821)
    No rates available

  • Alamo

    8.1 (9357)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    8.3 (10277)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.3 (4674)
    No rates available

  • Thrifty

    8.4 (5919)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.2 (2114)
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.7 (3886)
    No rates available

  • Flizzr

    8.1 (338)
    No rates available

  • AVIS Car-Away

    No reviews
    No rates available

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Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.8/10 out of 2211

The best rental site in

The best rental site in Europe. Use the service for more than 10 years, and it is always great
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OMER SELLA TUNIS
Avis Marseille Airport

Good

Good
B
BRIGETTE VAN DORSSELAER
Sixt Geneva Airport (France)

good

good
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ALASTAIR LINDSAY
OK Mobility Bordeaux Airport

Excellent service, competitive pricing.

Excellent service, competitive pricing.
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CHRISTOPHER BLOOR
Alamo Bordeaux Airport

Very simple process; first time

Very simple process; first time used and will certainly use again.
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JAMIE SCOTT
Hertz Toulouse Airport

Easy to use, competitive pricing

Easy to use, competitive pricing and excellent secure service
M
MICHAEL FISHER
Enterprise Gare de Lille-Flandres

We used 'Worry free' and

We used 'Worry free' and it stated that only the best car rentals are approved in this. But it was the worse car ever rented.
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WILBERT VAN DEN ESKER
Budget Nice Airport

Easy to book and a

Easy to book and a clear website so easy to navigate
M
MICHAEL SEARLE
Thrifty Limoges Airport

OK. It's just a website

OK. It's just a website!
S
STEPHEN GREGSON
Dollar Rent a Car Geneva Airport (France)

Excellent

Excellent
A
ADNAN DARWICHE
Avis Mulhouse / Basel Airport

Easy to navigate the website

Easy to navigate the website
G
GILLIAN MCMASTER
Unirent Car Rental Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Easy to use. The clear

Easy to use. The clear advice about the rental was helpful, in particular appreciated the advice about not needing additional insurance. I will use your service again.
M
MARTIN MEADOWS
Europcar Avignon TGV Station

greta prices and service

greta prices and service
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LUCIA KRPELANOVA
Europcar Carcassonne Airport

This is the second time

This is the second time I have used Easyterra. Very pleased with them.
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NICHOLAS HARRIS
Europcar Bastia Airport

Good choice of cars and

Good choice of cars and good prices. Easy to book
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NICHOLAS ATKINS
Europcar Nantes Airport

Car rental companies in and around La Rochelle

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La Rochelle

EasyTerra Car Hire La Rochelle compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

La Rochelle Airport
La Rochelle Station
45 Av. Du General De Gaulle

Location information for La Rochelle

Introduction

La Rochelle is a port city in France. Its main attraction is the Old Harbor (Vieux Port), the heart of the historical city, with excellent fish restaurants. The center is surrounded by old city walls which turn into an evening promenade at night.

Population

The city has over 75,000 inhabitants.

Location

La Rochelle is centrally located in the west of France, on the Atlantic coast. Off the coast lies Île de Ré, protecting the harbor as a natural barrier. The island is connected with the mainland via a bridge. Boats run to the smaller Île d'Aix which isn't connected, just like the famous Fort Boyard. North of town lies Venise Verte ('Green Venice'), a swampland crisscrossed with little channels.

Economy

La Rochelle used to be a center of shipbuilding and car production, but those industries have disappeared. Fishing has remained. Although employment has increased thanks to growing tourism (there's for example a marina), unemployment is relatively high. A factory for the production of biofuel is one of the city's newest industries.

Airports

The city's airport, La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport, is situated less than 5 kilometers northwest of the center. It's easily reachable from the center by rental car via the Avenue Jean Guiton and the Avenue Raymond Poincaré. The beltway (N237) also runs along the airport. The way to the airport is clearly signposted. 

Public Transport

La Rochelle has good public bus transport. There are also buses to Île de Ré, Aytré, Plage de Châtelaillon and Port des Minimes (which can also be reached by boat). All buses leave from the central bus station on Place de Verdun. In the city itself you can rent bicycles, the so-called velos jaunes ('yellow bicycles'). From the old harbor ferries leave to islands off the coast and to Fort Boyard.

Traffic and Parking

The narrow streets in the historical center are largely a pedestrian area. You can park your rental car in one of the parking facilities around the center. On presentation of your parking ticket you can travel on the electronic shuttle to the center for free. Toll is levied for using the bridge to Île de Ré (but it's free for cyclists and pedestrians).

Hotels

La Rochelle has many accommodations, with a concentration near the Vieux Port. Some are basic and affordable, but there are also luxurious hotels. There's little choice for budget tourists, except for the youth hostel (Auberge de Jeunesse) near Port des Minimes.

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Important up-to-date information for renting a car in La Rochelle

🚙 Number of rental agencies 13
⭐ Most popular car rental agency Europcar
🏆 Best rated car rental agency Sixt

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    French
  • Popular car category
    Mini

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Hire the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • Sixt
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Rent a car
  • Europcar
  • Alamo
  • Budget
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Thrifty
  • Enterprise
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Flizzr
  • AVIS Car-Away
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