Orvault City Car Hire

Orvault is a prosperous suburb northwest of Nantes with approximately 27,000 inhabitants, located 8 km from Nantes' city center. With one rental company in Orvault center, you have a quiet alternative to the busier rental locations in Nantes. The Atlantic coast at Saint-Nazaire can be reached in 55 km and Brittany begins just 30 km north.

Orvault is known for its green residential quarters and the popular Erdre river landscape east of the municipality. Erdre is often called 'France's most beautiful river' and offers boat excursions and walks. From Orvault, it's easy to access N165 toward Brittany or south toward Vendée and Puy du Fou.

Choose Orvault if you want to avoid Nantes center but still have good access to the motorway network toward Brittany and the Atlantic coast. Drive north along Erdre on D178 for one of the region's most beautiful river routes. Visit Puy du Fou in Vendée, 90 km south – Europe's best-ranked theme park with spectacular historical shows.

How far is it from Orvault to Nantes center? Nantes center is approximately 8 km southeast of Orvault, which takes 15–20 minutes by car depending on traffic. Can I drive to Saint-Malo in Brittany from Orvault in one day?

Saint-Malo is approximately 165 km north via N137, about 1 hour 45 minutes – an excellent day trip destination. Is there parking at the rental company in Orvault center? Yes, Orvault center has good parking options and the rental company typically has parking spaces for customers.

We compare prices from all major providers at Orvault Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.