La Picardie en Camping-Car : location, conseils, areas, routes

Are you dreaming of a trip the face to the wind and the view to the horizon? Start your camper and go to Picardie!

If you're told Picardie, you'll probably answer: the Bay of Somme, The Channel or the ornithological park of Marquenterre. You would surely be right in fact, but Picardy offers many other treasures hidden in reality!

Notably other totally preserved natural sites, such as Halatte Forest or Thiérache Green, but also a breathtaking heritage. Only a few kilometers away Paris , come and discover a region full of surprises.

Cap on the North West of France and direction the Channel to make the tour of the Picardie in camping-car !

Ideas of itineraries in Picardie in motorhome

Weekend time

Only one weekend to visit Picardy is too little! However, in this idea of itinerary, we still offer two impossible to do if you only have two days to visit this beautiful region.

• Day 1 : Amiens, visit the city and the cathedral. Follow-up to the visit City of Naours, which has welcomed many inhabitants over the centuries, especially during wars and invasions. The day ends with the visit of its incredible park;
• Day 2 : visit of the Château de Chantilly, which is one of the jewels of the French heritage (1h20 road for 122 km).

One week

In a week, you can see some of the wonders of Picardia. Also, we offer this route for a duration of 7 days, taking the two activities proposed in our weekend route:

• Day 1: Day 2 of the weekend proposal;
• Day 2: Day 1 of the weekend proposal;
• Day 3: beach of Fort-Mahon, sport and playful activity with the sail tank. You can also hike on the beach (1h10 road for 85 km);
• Day 4: Somme Bay Nature Reserve, hiking and discovering the incredible flora and fauna of this region (30 minutes drive for 20 km);
• Day 5: Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme, observation of the seals by boat + visit of the city on return (43 minutes drive for 31 km);
• Day 6 and 7: relaxing days on the beach of Bois de Cise (30 minutes drive for 22 km).

Are you leaving for two weeks?

With two weeks of trip to Picardie by motorhome, you will have enough time to see the majority of the attractions the region offers. This time, we offer you a longer course of 14 days. Thanks to this one, the main treasures of the region will have no secrets for you!

• Day 1 and 2: Amiens (visit to the cathedral) + Naours (visit to the city of Naours);
• Day 3: Chantilly, visit of the castle (1h20 road for 122 km);
• Day 4 and 5: relaxing nights and days at the Château de Montvillargene, to enjoy unparalleled comfort and a royal life (10 minutes drive for 5 km);
• Day 6: beach of Fort-Mahon, introduction to the sail tank and hiking on the beach (2h road for 195 km);
• Day 7: Somme Bay Nature Reserve, hiking and visiting the place (30 minutes drive for 20 km);
• Day 8: Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme, observation of the seals by boat + visit of the city on return (43 minutes drive for 31 km);
• Day 9: Gerberoy, visit one of the most beautiful villages in France. You will enjoy an unusual charm, in the middle of old houses (1h30 road for 90 km);
• Day 10: Beauvais, visit Saint-Pierre Cathedral + walk to Marcel Dassault Park (30 minutes drive for 25 km);
• Day 11: Mers-les-Bains, a visit to a colorful city, with many old houses + hiking on the cliffs (1h35 road per 100 km);
• Day 12: relaxing day on the beach of Bois de Cise;
• Day 13: Creil, spa break and relaxation, to relax after the many visits made the previous days (1h55 route for 180km);
• Day 14: visit of Abbeville, the gate of the Bay of Somme (1h30 road for 140 km).

What budget to travel by motorhome in Picardie?

In order to help you plan your visit to the Picardy in motorhome, here is the average budget for the various travel periods proposed above.

Average budget for 1 weekend

• Rental + motorhome insurance : in the vicinity of 150 € ;
• Essence + toll : 15 € ;
• Parking : price of a regular parking space;
• Total: approximately 165 €.

Average budget for 1 week

• Rental + motorhome insurance : between 540 € and 640 € ;
• Essence + toll : 50 € ;
• Parking : 5 € the night on St Valéry;
• Total: approximately 700 €.

Average budget for 2 weeks

• Rental + motorhome insurance : around 1 200 € ;
• Essence + toll : 100 € ;
• Parking : price of a regular parking space;
• Total: approximately 1 350 €.

Camping and driving in Picardie

Before leaving for the adventure in Picardia, some details are needed. These are mainly related to on-site driving conditions, but also to camper areas.

So you can go to Picardie in camping-car the quiet mind!

What documents do you have on board?

As everywhere in France, keep yours identity papers for rent, but also your driving licence , vehicle documents and those of the insurance .

Speed limits and alcohol levels

Let us remember the usual speed limitations in France:

• In agglomeration, 50 km/h ;
• On double-way roads, 80 km/h ;
• On separate roadways, 110 km/h. Except in the case of inconvenience, where speed is then limited to 100 km/h ;
• On the highways, you can drive 130 km/h maximum and maximum 110 km/h in case of inconvenience.

With respect to alcohol, the authorized rate is 0.5g/l and 0.2g/l for young drivers.

Motorway to Picardie: what price for your camper category?

For the routes offered for the visit of the Picardy in motorhome, count 28,50 € in total. Indeed, we must count 15,40 € for a toll on the A16 motorway from Chantilly to Fort-Mahon and 13,10 € for Ault’s return to Chantilly.

Note that you can avoid them if you pass through the country roads. However, these are not always suitable for large and heavy vehicles.

Other information on driving in Picardy

Picardy driving is the same as in the rest of the country. Thus, the rules of conduct do not change for your visit to the Picardy in camper.

Make sure to respect the usual speeds and general safety instructions. Also, be more vigilant than usual if you haven’t driven a camper lately.

Because the vehicle is more imposing, it is more difficult to run!

Campsites in Picardie: where to park?

It is in Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme that you will find a camper area, at the following address: rue de la Croix l’Abbé . Clean and quiet location, with a port and centre located only 1.5 km from the camper area. You will find on site 10 columns to recharge your batteries, with 4 connections each.

Unfortunately, the other places proposed above do not have a camper area. However, you can find people who offer you a parking space at a reduced price during your visit to the Picardy in motorhome.

Otherwise, it is possible to get away from the routes offered to find many campsites and camper areas.

Note on parking and wild camping

In France, wild camping is prohibited . Thus, we strongly advise you to install anywhere, to avoid salted fines.

Moreover, you can’t park anywhere, some cities don’t even allow motorhomes on their roads. And of course, as a reminder, you cannot open your windows or your door on the public track.

Similarly, it is impossible to leave a chair or table on the public road, even if the road is deserted!

How and where to rent a motorhome France ?

Would you like to visit the Picardy in motorhome, but you don't have a vehicle? Now it is very simple to rent these vehicles between individuals, especially in France. Many platforms allow this type of rental, online, as Yescapa For example.

How does it work?

• At first, you have to choose the motorhome in your city (For example Bordeaux, Nantes, Toulouse, Paris, Montpellier or Marseille).
• Be careful choose unlimited mileage, to check the number of beds available and if travel abroad is possible.
• Do your work online rental request and share your travel information (dates, rental options, mileage, etc.) to the owner.
• If your request is accepted and after payment, you will have access to the owner's contact information to organize a First meeting.
• Day J, present your driver's license and pour bail.
• One. status of premises is executed and a lease is signed between the two parties. You'll have to sign it as soon as you get back from Picardie, and once done, the tour is played!

What is the best time to travel by motorhome in Picardie?

The places that you are offered to visit Picardy in motorhome will be more able to please you Spring . Why? Because tourists will not jump the streets and the time will be more key to outdoor activities.

In addition, we recommend the plant festival at Château de Chantilly as well as the Dolce Farniente on the beach. The softness of the wind, the bright sun, what better to travel?

Finally, camper air parking prices will also be lower than in high season. So, don’t hesitate, leave next April!