All-inclusive car rental in Paris
An all-inclusive rental in Paris includes full insurance with zero excess - but the city is best by metro. Use a car for day trips to Versailles, Giverny and the Loire châteaux.
Driving in central Paris is best avoided - traffic, the Crit’Air low-emission rules and scarce parking make the metro far easier. A rental car comes into its own for escaping the city: the palace of Versailles, Monet’s gardens at Giverny and the châteaux of the Loire.
A Cardamar all-inclusive rental includes comprehensive zero-excess cover, unlimited mileage and free cancellation, with pick-up at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Good to know before you drive in Paris
| Pick-up point | Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) |
|---|---|
| City driving | Avoid - use the metro |
| Crit’Air | Low-emission sticker required in Paris |
| Best day trips | Versailles, Giverny, Fontainebleau, Loire |
Where a car takes you from Paris
Versailles is under an hour away, Giverny about 1 hour 15, and the great Loire châteaux (Chambord, Chenonceau) roughly two hours southwest - a classic overnight trip. Champagne (Reims, Épernay) lies to the east.
The Paris ring road (périphérique) and the autoroutes are the way out; the latter are tolled, payable by card.
Crit’Air and city rules
Paris operates a Crit’Air low-emission zone; rental cars usually carry the required sticker, but confirm if you plan to drive within the city. Honestly, though, the metro is faster - save the car for the day trips.
Zero-excess cover is reassuring once you are on busy autoroutes and in château car parks.
Paris car rental - FAQ
Should I drive in central Paris?
No - traffic, Crit’Air rules and parking make it stressful. Use the metro in the city and rent a car for day trips like Versailles and the Loire.
What is a Crit’Air sticker?
A low-emission badge required to drive in Paris’s zone. Rental cars usually have one; confirm with the supplier if you plan to enter the city.
How far are the Loire châteaux?
Around two hours southwest - a popular overnight or long day trip with your own car.