Malta in Camping-Car: rental, advice, areas, routes

Do you want islands and charming cities? So why not visit Malta in motorhome this summer?

The Maltese archipelago is located between Sicily and Africa. It is composed of three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino. On these, megalithes, medieval dungeons, cities and villages in charge of History will welcome you during your stay.

In addition, the winding streets of these are lined with Renaissance cathedrals and baroque palaces that attract visitors to these Mediterranean islands. Not to mention its huge beaches and its nightlife that would make it pass the largest capitals. What a great holiday!

But, why not visit Malta in motorhome to change? We'll tell you more in this article.

Ideas of itineraries in Malta by motorhome

A week’s time

The island of Malta is full of various treasures. Thus, a week can allow you to admire the main ones. Here is the list of great places to visit during your stay in Malta by camping-car :

• 1st day: la citadelle de La Valette
• 2nd day: visit of Casa Rocca Piccola, in La Valette
• 3rd and 4th days: the 3 guardian cities of La Valette, Isla, Birgù and Bormla (20 minutes, 11 km of road)
• 5th day: visit of Mdina, the former capital of Malta (18 minutes for 13 km)
• 6th day: visit of Rabat (1 minute, 1 km)
• 7th day: Stop at the Riviera Beach (11 minutes, 9 km of road), then return to the airport or the port to finish your stay in Malta by motorhome

2 weeks

Do you have more time? So many other destinations are waiting for you to visit Malta on a motorhome.

Here are some examples:

• 8th, 9th and 10th days: visit of theisland of Gozo, departure from Cirkewwa. Citadel and basilica of Saint-Georges, beach of Ramla Bay, Caves of Calupso, Temple of Ggantija. (20 minutes of crossing and 17 minutes of road for 11 kilometers)
• 11th day: Comino and its blue lagoon, departure from Cirkewwa also, in pedestrian (1 hour round trip)
• Day 12: Saint Paul Island (19 minutes and 10.6 km)
• 13th day: Paceville, lively neighborhoods + local cooking tasting (31 minutes and 18.4 km)
• 14th day: Marsaxlokk and its market, then back to the airport or port (22 minutes drive for 14 km)

A month

Fifteen days are enough to explore Malta on a motorhome. Therefore, if you stay longer, enjoy the beaches and spend good time.

Activities such as spas or diving can be added to the activities proposed above.

What budget to travel by motorhome in Malta?

Preparing for a trip to the island of Malta on a motorhome is not a rest. To help you, according to the rental, the insurance, the price of the boats and the gasoline, the necessary financial information:

Average budget for 1 week (Oven activities and meals):

• For the rental and insurance of the motorhome : count about 177€ ;
• Essence: 10€ ;
• Parking : 100€ ;
• Total: 287€.

Average budget for 2 weeks (Oven activities and meals):

• Rental + motorhome insurance : about 1 300€ ;
• Essence: 20€ ;
• ferry routes (between several destinations): 35,70€ ;
• Parking : 200€ ;
• Total: 1 555,70€ ;

Drive to Malta by motorhome: traffic rules to be heard

It is never easy to arrive on unknown lands. This is why we accompany you on this new ground thanks to the various information below.

Speed limits, documents to have, fuel information and much more information you need.

What documents do you have on board?

For the island of Malta on a motorhome, just have your own identity card and your driving licence . Do not forget, however, documents certifying the rental of the vehicle and insurance and map gray camping-car.

Nevertheless, there is, as in France a mandatory equipment to be on board the vehicle:

• One. signage triangle ;
• One. extinguisher ;
• One first aid kit.

What are the speed limits?

The limitation is 50 km/h cities and towns 80 km/h on the main roads, ordinary and highways. However, these are of poor quality and drivers rarely drive more than 35 km/h and 65 km/h.

Fuel

Finding fuel on the island is easy: 32 stations is located on Malta to meet your needs. Count about 1,21€ The Maltese diesel liter.

Alcohol flying

The alcohol rate from which driving is prohibited 0.8 g/l . As for narcotics, know that conduct is formally prohibited under their control.

Motorway to Malta: what price for your motorhome category?

Driving from Malta is free except in La Valette. Indeed, when entering the capital, the CVA (Controlled Vehicular Access) calculates the time your vehicle stayed in town. It then applies a rate that you will have to pay at the exit of the CVA area.

Other information on driving in Malta

Although Malta is a European country, we must not forget that it was colonized by the English. This is why you will have to drive to the left. Here are other information to know:

• The wearing of the safety belt is mandatory, forward and rearward ;
• Children shall be transported to registered seatsadapted to their morphology;
• ignition of day passing lamps is mandatory ;
• He is necessary to have at least 18 years to be a driver.

Know the same panels are rare and that there are few parking spaces . All vehicles must be registered, insured, equipped with safety belts for all passengers and must pass the technical control.

The Maltese do not always respect the rules of traffic and their driving leaves to be desired, although they are very relaxed on the wheel.

Campsites in Malta : where to park ?

The “official” parking areas are unfortunately very few on the island of Malta. However, you can easily find places to spend the night.

Here are some examples:

• The Port of Marsaskala, about 30 minutes southeast of the Valette;
• Ghar Lapsi Parking, about 20 minutes from Bormla, a very popular place of divers who will offer you a dream panorama;
• Not far from Ghar Lapsi, you can also find a location in Camping in Zurrieq. This is appreciated by campers for its equipment and staff;
• The Parking of the Marfa peninsula20 minutes from Rabat. This one is very appreciated for the breathtaking view it offers on the sea. Not negligible: you will only be 3 small kilometers from the ferry to Gozo;
• The Camping " Ahrax tal-Madonna" Mellieha. On the programme: tranquility and sea view;
• Public parking Space Marsaxlokk.

To park at night, you will have the choice between a multitude of beautiful spots offering unforgettable views. In particular, Ix xiri Bay, Dwejra Bay and Hondocq Bay can be advised.

How to get to Malta by motorhome?

If you leave France, you will find yourself in the impossible to reach Malta by motorhome . Indeed, here, only the plane takes you to the island. Thus, you will not be able to board a ferry with your camper and will have to rent on site.

As far as the flight is concerned, many French airports offer the departure to Malta, so you have a choice.

However, if you were on vacation in Italy , know that there is a ferry two ports of Sicily (Catane and Pozzallo) to reach Malta. You will then find the Virtues Ferries shipping company, only to practice this type of journey.

There are three ships waiting for you:

• The Jean de la Valette (800 passengers, 230 vehicles);
• The San Gwan (427 passengers, 20 vehicles);
• The San Pwal (320 passengers).

How to rent a motorhome in Malta?

As we have said before, you will not be able to access Malta by camping-car. You will therefore need to rent it on site, in a specialised dealer or with individuals.

Attention, however, the offer is not very developed . So you need to take you there in advance to be sure to benefit from a vehicle during your holidays.

What is the best time to travel by camping-car in Malta?

Its climate being of type Mediterranean Malta offers fairly mild, bright and sunny winters. Indeed, its temperatures are around 15°C. However, temperatures can reach 40°C in the middle of the season.

Thus, summers are hot and dry, but refreshed by the sea wind. Spring and autumn are very pleasant, with mild temperatures and a strong sunshine, as well as warm water allowing bathing.

It is then without difficulty that you can enjoy the island of Malta by camping-car, throughout the year . Just know that it rains between November and February, but quite randomly.