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Get some fresh air, hit the road in a van!

Some people spend autumn curled up under a blanket. And then there’s you.

Fiery forests, leaf-lined roads and that wonderful feeling of having the world all to yourself. Hit the road in a campervan and experience the season differently.

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Our minibus hire branch in Annecy

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8, Bis route des Creuses
Parc d'Activité des Verts Prés
74960 Seynod Annecy
Getting there

annecy@wevan.fr
+33 4 22 91 80 48

Branch opening hours

(may differ from online reservation times)

Monday - Friday: 09:00 -12:30 / 13:30 -18:00

Saturday: 09:00 -12:30 (by appointment only, for departures and returns)

Sunday and public holidays: closed


Our fleet of campervans rental in Annecy


Hire a campervan in Annecy

Hiring a campervan in Annecy means heading straight for one of France’s favourite playgrounds for outdoor lovers, wide-open spaces and the vanlife spirit. This gem in Haute-Savoie has been truly blessed with natural beauty. It dazzles with a lake framed by mountains (ideal for paddleboarding, a stroll with the family or a romantic picnic), delights with cosy eateries where melted cheese flows in Abondance, and inspires with winding roads that lead deep into nature. Whether you go for a campervan hire or a camper van rental in Annecy, you’re in for a legendary journey.

Road trip by campervan in Haute-Savoie: lakes, hikes and ski resorts

The ideal route depends on how much time you have. For a long weekend, set off to explore Lake Annecy. In summer, cool off with a dip at Albigny Beach. You’ll easily find parking spots for your campervan hire in Annecy (as long as you get there early in the morning or later in the evening). Year-round, enjoy the charm of the Old Town and stock up on regional produce at Sainte-Claire square. Then take to the heights via the Col de la Forclaz. As the sun sets over Mont Veyrier, settle into your camper van for a peaceful night in nature with lake views.

With a full week ahead, go deeper into what locals call “la Yaute” (that’s Haute-Savoie in dialect). Enjoy the smooth suspension on the cobbled streets of iconic villages like Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Duingt or Talloires. Test your campervan’s climbing power and balance on scenic routes through the Semnoz (rising to 1,700 metres) or the Bauges range. Before setting off, ask your Annecy campervan rental agency for advice on overnight spots. Protected parks in the area have specific regulations, but don’t worry — well-maintained, fully equipped stopovers are easy to find.

If you already know the Annecy region well, campervan hire in Haute-Savoie still has surprises in store. Just follow the locals who are always on the move. For them, hiking is a weekend ritual played out across more than 3,000 kilometres of marked trails. Take your campervan through the Alps all the way to Mont Blanc. Drive over the Col des Aravis. Let the herds pass during the spring transhumance or the autumn return from the high pastures. Share a (large) chunk of reblochon near Thônes or dance the night away at the Musilac festival, which lights up the shores of Lake Bourget every summer.

Even in the middle of winter, a road trip in the mountains with a camper van is a brilliant idea. Our campervans are well insulated and fitted with auxiliary heating systems. They’re perfect for travelling in the cold and will take you safely to ski resorts such as Les Portes du Soleil, La Clusaz or the Grand Massif. Whether you’re into snowshoeing, dog sledding, fat biking, snowboarding or downhill and ski touring, the choice is yours. Thanks to winter tyres fitted in advance, you’re free to explore as you like and follow the rules with peace of mind.

Rent a campervan in Annecy to travel across Europe

Still feeling the wanderlust? Let’s go all in. From our WeVan agency in Annecy, you’re free to roam Europe. Geneva and Lake Geneva are just 40 minutes away. Courmayeur in Italy is within a 90-minute drive. From there, it’s a smooth journey to Bern or Zurich, Milan or Turin. Keen to cover more ground? The dramatic peaks of the Dolomites rise 800 kilometres from where your road trip began.

Frequently asked questions

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Frequently asked questions

Which campervan road trip can you take in Haute-Savoie from Annecy?

On the roads of Haute-Savoie, setting off from Annecy, every itinerary is superb for a campervan road trip. To point you in the right direction:

- over 2 days: drive around Lake Annecy, stop at Albigny beach, spend a night in the wild on the heights of La Forclaz or Le Semnoz;
- over 5 days: explore the villages around the lake such as Talloires or Duingt, then climb up to the Semnoz and Bauges plateaus;
- over 7 days: continue towards the Chartreuse regional nature park, the Col des Aravis or the Mont Blanc massif before returning via the Fier gorges.

Watch out for seasonality, as almost all the mountain-pass roads are closed in winter. Remember to check France Passion or Park4Night to find the best spots to wild-camp in Haute-Savoie in a campervan.

Do the campervans hired in Annecy have a night heater for winter travel?

Yes, all large campervan and campervan models available for hire at WeVan Annecy are fitted with a night heater. This very economical night heater generally runs on the vehicle's fuel and saves you having to plan gas refills. If you're planning to sleep at altitude, remember to insulate the windows or windscreen to retain as much heat as possible.

Does the campervan hire agency in Annecy offer snow chains or winter tyres?

The Haute-Savoie département and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region are subject to the French Loi Montagne (mountain law) between 1 November and 31 March. As a result, you must drive a vehicle fitted with all-season tyres or snow tyres. The winter tyres and chains option guarantees you a campervan hired in Annecy that can take you safely to all the surrounding ski resorts and mountain roads. This option is chargeable. To find out the current rates and check the availability of winter equipment, contact the agency before booking.

When is the best time to hire a campervan in Annecy?

From January to December, Haute-Savoie is stunning. Outside the school holidays and summer, you'll get good deals on your campervan hire in Annecy. As for the seasons:

- in winter: enjoy legendary ski areas and resorts such as the Portes du Soleil, the Grand Massif and Megève, or opt for more family-friendly resorts such as Les Houches, Combloux, Les Brasses and Bellevaux-Hirmentaz;
- in spring: nature blooms along the hiking trails, wildlife emerges from hibernation and the open spaces are deserted, despite lingering snow on the peaks that may hamper your progress or your wild camping;
- in summer: under bright sunshine, enjoy the lakes open to swimming, the water-sports centres and the mountain trails for many sporting activities such as mountain biking, trail running and paragliding;
- in autumn: golden light makes every moment magical, while the département's intimate atmosphere is deeply restorative.

Can you travel to Switzerland or Italy with a campervan hired in Annecy?

Geneva and Lake Geneva, in Switzerland, are a 45-minute drive from the WeVan Annecy campervan hire agency. As Switzerland is outside the European Union, you'll cross customs posts. While stops are extremely rare, keep your documents within reach. Also, although Switzerland has no road tolls, driving on its expressways requires the purchase of an e-vignette, costing around 40 CHF per year. Note down your campervan's number plate and check online whether your vehicle already holds the vignette. If not, you'll need to buy it on the official website.

To reach Italy from Annecy, the quickest route is via the Arve valley, then the Mont Blanc tunnel at Chamonix. Allow 2.5 hours' driving before arriving in the Aosta Valley. Expect around sixty euros for a campervan and a little under €80 for a large campervan.

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