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Bordeaux, the capital of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, is also the world's wine capital. The city shares its name with the famed wine this region produces. Set on the banks of the River Garonne, Bordeaux is replete with over 300 historical monuments, some dating back to Roman times. Get yourself a Dollar Car Rental in Bordeaux, France, and explore the ‘Pearl of Aquitaine’. Go wine-tasting in the famous vineyards that drape the rolling hills surrounding this region, take in the spectacle of the reflecting pool at the Place de la Bourse, and marvel at the futuristic Cité du Vin.
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Unless indicated otherwise, parking on the city streets is chargeable. It is rare to find street parking close to the city centre. Park your car rental in Bordeaux, France at one of the several METPARK parking lots.
METPARK Victor Hugo parking lot, in the city centre, between Cours Alsace-Lorraine and Cours Victor-Hugo, offers easy access to Rue Sainte-Catherine, Bordeaux’s main shopping district. It has 720 parking spaces, is open 24/7 days a week, and has battery-recharging terminals.
METPARK République offers 385 parking spaces and is within walking distance of Bordeaux’s boutiques, restaurants and museums.
Speed limits in Bordeaux are typically 50 km/h within the city limits, with lower limits of 30 km/h in the central areas to ensure pedestrian safety.
The speed limit on the A630 motorway (also called "Bordeaux rocade") is 90 km/h under normal conditions. This is a specific exception to France’s usual 110 km/h limit on motorways.
Autoroute A630, the Bordeaux rocade, also known as the bypass, is a motorway that circles the entire Bordeaux metropolitan area.
Quais (Riverside Quays), are a network of riverside quays along the Garonne River that flanks the western side of Bordeaux city centre. These scenic roads offer beautiful views of the river and historic architecture.
Autoroute 62 takes you to Toulouse and the walled city of Carcassonne.
Expect congestion on the A63 (west ring road), the N10 (north-south route), and the Quais (riverside quays) during peak hours.
There are three low-emission zones in Bordeaux, all vehicles require a valid French environmental sticker to enter these.
Peak hours: Traffic is heaviest in the mornings (7:30 am - 9:30 am) and evenings (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm).
Bordeaux is more than a mecca for oenophiles, its architectural heritage has earned Bordeaux a place on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. Consider a car hire in Bordeaux to truly explore and appreciate this remarkable destination. Here are some attractions we would recommend:
Hire a car in Bordeaux, France, and go on a wine-tasting tour through the world-renowned wine-growing regions of Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, and Fronsac. Head to Chateau Pontet Canet, one of the largest wine estates in the country.
Boat cruises on the river Garrone are a wonderful way to explore the surrounding area. Drift past what was once a major 18th-century port of Europe, enjoy panoramic views of Bordeaux’s historic architecture, and travel on to the Gironde estuary. Most cruises also include wine tasting and a meal.
With your car rental in Bordeaux, venturing beyond the city is easy. It takes 1 hour and 15 minutes to get to Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune in Europe. Get to the top of the dune for incredible views of the Atlantic coastline. The more adventurous travellers can paraglide off the top of the dune.
Stroll along the Rue Sainte-Catherine, Europe's longest and fully pedestrianised shopping street, stretching over 1.2 km. International brands rub shoulders with bohemian outfitters along this shopper's paradise. Park your car rental in Bordeaux at the Porte de Bordeaux parking lot.
Known as the “belly of Bordeaux,” Marché des Capucins, the city’s largest market started in 1749. Shop for Bordeaux specialties like custard-y canelés, fresh oysters, and other local produce. Leave your car rental in Bordeaux at the Parking des Capucins.
For a suitably French tradition, browse through the flea market at the Quai des Salinières. Bargain hunt for antiques, trinkets, crockery, clothes, books, and even furniture.
Bordeaux is nicknamed the 'La Belle Endormie' or Sleeping Beauty, but there is nothing sleepy about this city in the south of France.
With a car rental in Bordeaux, France, it will take you just over an hour to get to Arcachon, an idyllic seaside town famous for its oysters.
For a more scenic, but slower route (1.5 hours) take Avenue F. Mitterrand then the D106, D5, and D650.
In France, as in the majority of European countries, you should drive on the right side of the road.
Bordeaux Métropole offers 65 Bluecub recharge points and 14 EVTronic points. A further 235 charging points are accessible in car parks managed by Metpark. Payment can be made with the Freshmile mobile app.
To collect your car hire in Bordeaux, France, the named driver must present a valid driver's licence and at least one credit or debit card in their name, matching the one used for the online booking.
It's essential to check the rental agreement for any restrictions on driving the vehicle into certain areas or countries. Cross-border fees may apply for driving your car rental in Bordeaux, France across international borders.
No, cash payments are not accepted. Dollar Car Rental accepts most credit cards and debit cards from major issuers.
FOR RENTALS IN ITALY - from 15th Nov to 15th Apr many cities in specific Italian regions are required by law to restrict rentals to only those vehicles equipped with snow chains or winter tyres. To comply with these regulations, Dollar equipped vehicles with snow chains - the price is included in the rental charges as Winterisation fee. Hence, for these vehicles there’s NO NEED TO BOOK snow chains as Extra.
IMPORTANT: Please check the rate details of your quotation on the right of this web page to verify if your booking includes Winterisation fee before booking snow chains in Italy.
