Lourdes Car Hire

In the heart of the Pyrenees, Lourdes is a bustling centre of French culture. Over 5 million visitors take holidays in Lourdes every year and with more than 230 luxury, mid range and cheap hotels Lourdes is able to cater for a variety of tastes and budgets.

Hiring a car in Lourdes

When visiting Lourdes car hire can be a good way to explore the area. If you arrive by air it's easy to arrange car hire from Lourdes Airport, saving on transfers to your hotel. As with any continental driving it's important to drive on the right and to give yourself plenty of time to adjust to the new road positioning. Watch out for frequent radar traps as drivers who break the speed limit by more than 25km/h can have their license taken away on the spot.

Places to visit in Lourdes

There are many attractions you don't need Lourdes car hire to get to, from the imposing cathedral to the beautiful castle. The Grotto of Massabielle is famed for an apparition of the Virgin Mary, and La Source nearby is a natural spring reputed to heal all diseases. If you do decide on car rental in Lourdes you will also be able to enjoy scenic drives in the nearby Pyrenees with its many sights and hikes.