French Holiday Ideas | Touring France in a classic car

There is a certain romantic notion attached to the wide-open space of the French countryside. Couple this with the opportunity to explore the uncluttered byways of France in a classic car - surely the dream of any self-respecting petrolhead - and you have a perfect combination for a French holiday.

Imagine yourself cruising through the lanes with the roof down, and nothing more than the sights and sounds of nature and the purring of your engine for company.

One region that is perfect for touring in just such a car is the Auvergne. With its lush green scenery and low population you can spend the day touring around and barely see a soul. It’s pure escapism!


Rent a classic or vintage car

One company that combines the two elements of freedom and adventure – providing rental vintage cars in the heart of Auvergne – is ClassicArverne. They offer old favourite cars – Italian, American, English Japanese or French convertibles – all in perfect condition and fully restored for your enjoyment and safety. You can choose the length of your rental too - ClassicArverne offers half-day rentals, one night, a weekend or longer holiday with the car of your dreams, at very reasonable prices compared to modern luxury car rental.

The type of car you choose is up to you. So you could be going to dinner in Vichy driving an Alfa Spider, travel the great spaces of uplands of Aubrac in a Ford Mustang, marvel at the spectacular volcanoes of Auvergne in an Alfa Spider or meander along the Upper Allier driving a Triumph TR4. The variety of voitures available is as great as the diverse countryside of the region’s different corners.

Holiday packages

Classic Arverne's offering extends beyond car rental, however. They can organise all kinds of holiday packages to make your stay in Auvergne even more memorable. Whether you are planning a trip to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or a jaunt with friends, they have excellent local knowledge of the best routes around Auvergne.

With this in mind, they have created some bespoke packages such as 'Round The Auvergne Volcanoes' (three days, two nights half-board costing from €499); there is a “Golf and stress relief holiday with classic car” (which comprises three days, two nights half-board from €529) and the “Stress relief and comfort holiday”, which is three days, two nights half-board from €849. These packages also make perfect presents, so why not surprise a loved one with the ultimate classic car break?

If you already have your own classic vehicle but would still like to enjoy touring France by car, you can simply book one of the Auvergne packages sans voiture.




Other package also available:

Charade Stay: From €699 per person- 3 days ( 2 nights on half board bases)

Discover the Auvergne behind the wheel of a classic car or your own one, stay in a 3 star hotel and take a driving course on a iconic race track.

Road books

Once you are out on the open road you have the freedom to make a diversion or stop wherever you please. To make this easier, ClassicArverne have produced informative Road Books, which contain useful information on all the local points of interest and intrigue, as well as a handy map. Simply choose the places you fancy visiting and head off at your own pace.

More information on our Car rental in France directory listing and the different tours availble click here



ClassicArverne
60 Avenue Jean Jaurès
63540 ROMAGNAT (5km de Clermont-Ferrand)
France
04 43 11 40 35
www.classicarverne.com