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This stylish French town with its elegant buildings and nearby white sandy beaches is at your fingertips when you choose a Sixt car hire in Montpellier. Unlike most towns in Southern France, Montpellier's history does not go back as far as ancient Rome but dates from the 10th-century when the Counts of Toulouse established it as a trading port and centre of scholastic studies. We have three conveniently located car rental branches in Montpellier with an excellent choice of vehicles suited to both business and leisure trips.
Sixt car hire Montpellier
Use the right-hand arrows on our Montpellier homepage to open drop-down menus with details of our rental cars and branch opening hours. Clicking the grey right-hand tab on the menu bar reveals a city map with branch locations. At Montpellier Airport we offer extended opening hours, ideal for late flights while both the airport and our Montpellier Station St Roch branch have 24-hour return facilities. Please note that our Montpellier/BMW car hire office is closed at lunchtimes and weekends. Our website offers quick comparison between vehicle categories and shows just how affordable and easy it is to hire a car from us. When you are ready, our booking systems are straightforward, call our telephone hotline or download the Sixt apps for iOS and Android mobile devices. We guarantee your chosen category of car rental in Montpellier but cannot do the same for specific makes. We do, however, guarantee a warm welcome from our branch staff whether you require a vehicle for one weekend or longer.
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All three of our car hire in Montpellier branches carry a full fleet of premium vehicles with something to suit whatever your party size or budget. Explore the grand boulevards and narrow backstreets of the city in compact saloons and family-sized estate cars or venture out into the countryside of the Languedoc-Roussillon region in the rugged comfort of a 4x4. Or, there is nothing better on a hot sunny day than cruising along the Mediterranean coastline in luxurious sports cars or convertibles. Every car rental in Montpellier we offer is supplied by a trusted name, with our fleet including vehicles from brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar and Audi. Get the most out of driving in France by browsing our attractive range of optional extras. It includes Sat Navs and child seats or if you are heading to the Haut Languedoc for Winter skiing we also supply snow chains and ski racks. Look out for special offers on unlimited mileage packages, extra insurance and additional drivers and note we are more than happy to welcome drivers under 25.
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You will find our car hire in Montpellier desk in the vehicle rentals building just outside the arrivals hall. Once rental cars are collected the city is less than half an hours drive away on the D66 road. At Montpellier St Roch our desk is in the new concourse and the station is linked to the city centre by tram or bus. Our Montpellier/BMW office is located in the Grim Passion dealership on Route du Pont de Guerre on the outskirts of the city and near the E80 motorway.
You will find a Sat Nav helpful in Montpellier as its signage can be confusing at times and the historic district has strict traffic restrictions. The city centre can become very congested at peak hours. Once away from the town there are fast road links along the coastline and across the region. Although choosing minor roads adds time to journeys they do offer much more scenic driving.
There are several pay-and-display car parks in central Montpellier or if you plan on visiting the pedestrianised historic district, there is ample parking at the end of each tram line.
As Montpellier is quite a spread out city and the nearest beaches are around 7 miles away the best way to start your visit is by taking a leisurely drive in your rental vehicle. As you drive to the coastal Etang de l'Or and the beaches you will go past the Aquarium Mare Nostrum. This large contemporary building has plenty of fun and educational hands-on exhibits including unique sea storm and hurricane simulators. Montpellier Zoo also makes a great day out for the family. Its large outdoor areas are home to animals from across the globe and it also features an indoor Amazonian Rainforest display. Other places to visit include the Musee Fabre with its art exhibits and the grandiose Cathédrale Saint-Pierre.
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Montpelliers History of Science
Among the varied architecture of Montpellier you will find the medical school, the oldest in Europe, on the Rue de l'Ecole de Médecine near St Peter's Cathedral. In fact, this medical school which is still active is one of the oldest in the world. Visit the tourist office and book a tour of the school's Anatomy Museum, its splendid horrors are not for the faint-hearted. The entrance to the school is dominated by statues of two famous professors. Peyronie graduated as a master barber-surgeon in 1747 at the tender age of 17, later becoming court surgeon to Louis XV. The other statue is of Barthez who graduated in 1756 when only 20. Luckily, todays graduates are expected to have a little more experience.
Sightseeing Destinations
Although the Mediterranean coastline is dotted with beautiful beaches, Espiguette is considered one of the most scenic. This wild and windswept beach is backed by dunes but do not expect bars and facilities, it is definitely where you go to escape the crowds.
Distances to Espeguette
- From Montpellier Airport: 19 miles, about 30 minutes
- From St Roch Station: 25 miles, about 50 minutes
Head to medieval Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert in the hills where you can canoe on the River Herault as well as exploring gorges and underwater caves.
Distances to Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert
- From Montpellier Airport: 24 miles, about 30 minutes
- From St Roch Station: 28 miles, about 50 minutes
No visit to this area of France is complete without visiting the Camargue. This natural environment is dominated by medieval fortifications as well as lakes and marshes where flamingos, bulls and wild horses live.
Distances to the Camargue
- From Montpellier Airport: 33 miles, about 40 minutes
- From St Roch Station: 39 miles, about 1 hour
Business Destinations
Montpellier has long been a place of study and today nearly one-third of its population is students who study at its six universities and higher-education colleges. Agriculture in the surrounding areas and business start-ups are also important to the economy. Montpellier is home to one of France's top conference venues, Le Corum: Palais des Congrès. The Berlioz Opera House is also in Le Corum.
Distances to Le Corum
- From Montpellier Airport: 9.5 miles, about 15 minutes
- From St Roch Station: 0.5 miles, about 10 minutes
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Good to know when renting in Montpellier
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Montpellier?
To rent a car with SIXT in Montpellier you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at Montpellier.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Montpellier?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Montpellier. A fee may apply.
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James R.
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Top notch service from the start. Armandine deserves special praise for her welcome, consideration, courtesy and professionalism - she created the perfect first impression of Sixt. We were given a new, modern car that was a pleasure to drive - often when you rent a car you just feel that the engine size is a bit small or the car is a bit to budget in some way, but that wasn’t the case in this instance. There were no hitches and the return procedure was very smooth. I have a lot of confidence in Sixt after this experience
Thierry G.
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Very good experience. Effective and efficient customer service. I was given an almost brand new Volvo SUV which was the perfect vehicle for transporting my aging parents. Thank you very much.
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Victoria D.
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Rental process was very easy and took just a few minutes
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jan m.
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Excellent staff at the counter and at the car pick up, would highly recommend sixt car rental.
Charles B.
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Great car with the latest navigation and safety features. Friendly, knowledgeable staff at pickup location showed us how to use it all.
Nenad S.
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Excellent service of rent a car in Montpellier. Two guys from staff (Theo & Donatien) were great, very friendly amd servile !!! I highly recommend Sixt! 👍
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FAQs about car hire in Montpellier
What do I need to rent a car in Montpellier?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Montpellier?
Easily book a long-term rental at Montpellier by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Montpellier?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.
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