Campervan hire Toulouse

Motorhome Hire Toulouse

Toulouse is nicknamed "the pink city". It owes this nickname to the bricks used to build the buildings that bear witness to the city's ancient history, which gives the facades colours ranging from pink to orange. These colours can be found on emblematic monuments such as the Capitole, the Basilique Saint-Sernin, the Hôtel d'Assézat and many others.

In addition to these beautiful bricks, those who hire a campervan in Toulouse can take advantage of the many sunny days to walk or cycle along the Canal du Midi. Some prefer to meet up with friends on the banks of the Garonne to contemplate the spectacle offered by the Pont Neuf and the Dôme de la Grave as they reflect on the water.

Getting to Toulouse

Toulouse ranks as the most important city in the Aquitaine region, meaning there are many ways to get there. Toulouse-Blagnac airport, just 8 km north of the city centre, is an important gateway. Transavia, British Airways and EasyJet are all airlines that fly into Toulouse. For road access, the A61 and A64 motorways arrive respectively from the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean. The A62 provides access from the northwest, while the A68 is used by visitors arriving from the centre of the country. A train drops passengers off at Toulouse Matabiau station, just a short walk from the centre of the city.

Parking in Toulouse

There are several parking options for motorhome rental in Toulouse. The Indigo Matabiau Ramblas car park near the station and the Capitole car park both offer parking in the city centre for £2.50/€2.90 per hour or £23.50/€27.60 per day. Further out from the centre, the Balma-Garmont car park offers a rate of £1.70/€2 per hour and direct access to the metro to reach the city centre. Another good option is the Blagnac city centre car park as the tram line passes right by.

Annual Events in Toulouse

• Grand Fenetra in the city's public squares in June. For several days, Toulousians dress up and showcase their traditional dances and music.
• The Toulouse Flamenco Festival in April. This festival honours the friendship between the Spanish and the Midi-Pyrenees. It is an exciting mix of cultures and traditions.
• The Printemps du Rire in March. A whole 15 days, during which the stars of comedy take over the Toulouse venues, for affordable prices.
• The Festoval in September. For a few days, rugby-related events are organized to introduce a new season of the city's emblematic sport.
• Toulouse d'Été in July and August. Throughout the summer, concerts of all kinds are organized. Some of them are free, while others require a £7/€8 fee.

Camping in Toulouse

Before going to the Pink City, it is easiest to plan your arrival in advance and book a campsite.

• Camping de la Bourriette. In the centre of the Saint-Martin district, this 2-star campsite charges £11.50/€13.50 per night per person.
• Camping le Rupé. Further north in the city, you will have to pay £15/€18 to stay at this relatively well equipped campsite.
• Les Violettes campsite. Heading east, this three-star site offers rates of up to £13/€15 per night in the high season.