Car rental in Marseille
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VW PoloNumber of days: 7
75 EurFord FiestaNumber of days: 780 EurPeugeot 107Number of days: 785 Eur -
Mini CabrioNumber of days: 7150 EurOpel AstraNumber of days: 7100 EurCitroen DS3Number of days: 7110 Eur
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BMW X5Number of days: 7260 EurMERCEDES SNumber of days: 7280 EurVW PassatNumber of days: 7150 Eur
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Range RoverNumber of days: 7240 EurNissan X-trailNumber of days: 7180 EurAudi Q5Number of days: 7220 Eur
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(Русский) Теги “Популярные направления”Number of days:Audi A6Number of days: 7Range RoverNumber of days: 7Audi Q7Number of days: 7Nissan X-trailNumber of days: 7Audi Q5Number of days: 7BMW X5Number of days: 7(Русский) Телефоны в подвалеNumber of days:(Русский) ТелефонNumber of days:Fiat PuntoNumber of days: 7
This section will provide you with useful information about hiring a car in Marseille. You will manage to successfully rent a car without having any problems.
Marseille is one of the cities visited by hundreds of travelers. The best variant is to hire a car and drive around Marseille at your own pace admiring the beauties of this country. Besides, such a way of travelling guarantees the convenience and pictures of real life. It also allows visiting small restaurants and doing many other things. You can rent a car right at the airport after arriving in the city. However, it will be much more profitable to do it beforehand.
The Provence airport is located within 27 kilometers from the city. This airport is considered to be the main gateway of the Mediterranean world. You will not manage to lose way in extremely large terminals since the guide boards in English and French are located everywhere. Terminal 1 serves ordinary flights. Terminal 2 is earmarked for accepting the flights arranged by low-cost airline companies. The office and counters of international, French and brokerage companies which offer cars for rent are located at this airport.
If necessary, it is possible to hire a car in Marseille itself. In order to do it, you need to reach the railway station which is located in close proximity to the airport. After this, it is necessary to reach the main railway station of Marseille.
Prices for rental cars in Marseille
The cars are differentiated by their cost which depends on the rental term, on the class of cars and on the presence of additional conditions. Drivers who are younger than 25 most often have to pay the ‘young driver charge’. Driving experience is also important. It shall not be less than one year.
| Category | 3 days’ rental term | 7 days’ rental term |
| Mini | 65-100 Euro | 150-270 Euro |
| Economy | 110-250 Euro | 160-340 Euro |
| Standard | 220-350 Euro | 400-540 Euro |
| Premium | 360-600 Euro | 650-850 Euro |
| Wagon | 160-280 Euro | 250-430 Euro |
| Utility vehicle | 250-400 Euro | 350-650 Euro |
| Shelter carrier | 300-520 Euro | 450-850 Euro |
As a rule, the rental cost includes the standard insurance policies from car theft, damage to the rental car and third parties. If you wish to form a full insurance policy with a zero franchise, you need to discuss its conditions beforehand. Such an insurance package can be received at our company.
Limitations on roads and fines
The standard speed limitations on the roads are in force in Marseille:
- The maximum speed allowed in the city is 50 km/h.
- You can make not more than 90 km/h, 110 km/h and 130 km/h on highways depending on their type.
The road signs with the speed parameters are installed everywhere. Additional speed parameters can be in force in the event of the reconditioning of roads or other contingencies.
It is necessary to point out the following violations of the road traffic regulations in Marseille and fines which can be given for them:
- Speed infringement – the fine is from 68 Euro.
- You cannot drive a car without fastening the safety belts. Both the driver and passengers must be fastened. Children whose height is lower 150 cm must sit in special child seats. The fine for violating these road traffic regulations is from 46 Euro.
- Drunken driving is strictly forbidden. If your blood alcohol level is more than 0.5%, you can be given the fine equal to up to 4500 Euro. You can even be deprived of the driving license.
- You are not allowed to talk on the mobile phone without a hands-free device when driving a car. The fine for this violation is equal to 35 Euro.
As you can see, these rules are quite simple. Thousands of cameras installed on the roads of the city and on surrounding highways follow the observation of road traffic regulations. It is accepted to observe the road traffic regulations in France. Trying to agree with the French policeman will only cause additional problems.
Fuel stations and car parks in Marseille
The cars, which are rented out in Marseille, are filled with fuel 95, fuel 98 and diesel fuel. As a rule, the price for diesel fuel is lower than the price for oil fuel. However, the rental cost of the diesel car is a little bit higher. Everybody should decide what exactly he needs when hiring a car. After this, it is possible to go on a trip. The car is provided to the customer with a full tank. It is extremely convenient. You have time to learn where it is more profitable to fill the car with fuel. The average prices for fuel at Marseille fuel stations are the following:
- 1 liter of fuel 95 costs 1.39 Euro
- 1 liter of fuel 98 costs 1.52 Euro
- 1 liter of diesel fuel costs 1.23 Euro
There are two types of fuel stations in the city. Some fuel stations close at night while others work 24 hours per day. You will not have any problems with fuel and with looking for fuel stations. The stations are evenly located all over the country. On highways, and especially on expressways, the fuel stations are the complex service centers where you can not only fill your car with fuel but also eat, have a rest and take a shower.
There are enough car parks in the city. Among them are:
- Open car parks which are specified by the blue and green marking and correspondingly earmarked for the short-time or long-time parking. In order to pay for the car park, you need to purchase a special parking ticket at a tobacco shop. After this, you need to effect the payment at the parking meter.
Multistory ground level and underground parking lots. You can get a ticket when entering the car park and effect the payment when leaving it.