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CAR HIRE NANTES AIRPORT
Nantes Airport (NTE)
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Address
Aeroport Nantes Atlantique, Bouguenais, 44340, FR
Phone
(33) 8 20 61 16 76
Hours of operation
Sun
09:00 AM - 10:45 PM
Mon-Fri
07:45 AM - 10:45 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Location information
AFTER-HOURS RETURNS
There is a key box available at any time attached to the back of the station on the parking side. The key box is half way close to the door at the back of the building.
GENERAL DIRECTIONS
The agency AVIS BUDGET is located in a building dedicated to all vehicle rental companies located at the exit of the airport of NANTES on the main forecourt about 50m from the main terminals. It is in a central position and in the heart of the airport.
Airline passenger: When you leave the plane, all indications are provided inside the airport. Client has to follow them. The "vehicle rental" building is located just outside all terminals
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Go directly to the building and the AVIS counter. A dedicated line awaits them.
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With an Avis car hired from Nantes Atlantique Airport, it’s easy to reach this stunning capital city of the Pays de la Loire region, as well as other unforgettable destinations in neighbouring Brittany.
Once you arrive at Nantes Atlantique Airport it is just a short walk to the dedicated car rental building where you’ll find our Avis counter. Here our friendly team will hand over the keys in no time.
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Reserve your car online and choose from a wide selection of models ranging from smaller economy cars to family-friendly SUVs and people carriers. Need some car hire extras for your trip? We can offer you a range of add-ons including insurance, child seats, the option of adding additional drivers, and sat navs. Whatever your needs, we have you covered. Start your road trip here.
Plan your journey from Nantes Airport
Pick up the keys to your Avis car hired from Nantes Atlantique Airport and it’s a brisk 15-minute drive into the city centre.
On arrival, dive straight into history by visiting the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany, where you can learn more about this incredible building through touchscreen computers and interactive exhibitions.
Nantes has an illustrious past, but it’s also a place where you can explore French contemporary culture. Be sure to check out the programme of the Le Lieu Unique while you’re in town. This old biscuit factory is now the number one place in the city for alternative theatre performances, live concerts and modern art exhibitions. If you want to wind down, there’s even a Turkish bath in the basement.
Nantes is also a city of gastronomic excellence. For classic hearty French fare, book a table at Cocotte Restaurant – a former butchers cooking up local meat-based dishes. If you have a sweet tooth, visit George-Gautier – the finest chocolatier in the city. Serving up sweet treats for almost 200 years, its in-house specialty – finely ground chocolate served in a hard chocolate shell – is a must-try.
Top tips for driving in Nantes
In France, please drive on the right side of the road.
Unique Country Driving Laws
- In built-up areas give way to traffic coming from the right “priorité a droite”
- Traffic on a roundabout has right of way
- Bus lanes are reserved exclusively for buses, taxis and bicycles
Speed Limits
For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers
- Urban areas: 31 mph (50 km/h)
- Rural areas: 50 mph (80 km/h) or 62 mph (100 km/h)
- Motorways: 80 mph (130 km/h)
Please be aware of changing speeds indicated by road signs and change of speed due to Weather conditions (130 km/h is reduced to 110 km/h)
Child Safety / Seatbelt Laws
It is compulsory for all to wear a seatbelt inside the vehicle. Children under 10 must be seated in a child seat.
Please note - It is the child’s parent/guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.
We’ve unlocked France’s driving rules for your journey to help keep you safe and avoid the unexpected. Here’s a quick guide.
Beyond Nantes with your hire car
Beyond the city of Nantes, countless treasures scattered across northern France await your discovery. Reach them effortlessly with an Avis car hired from Nantes Atlantique Airport.
Guerande
In just over an hour, it’s possible to reach the medieval fortified town of Guerande on the west coast of France. Explore the quaint medieval streets and buildings, such as the 15th century St Aubin church. There are many arts and crafts galleries to wander around too. Be sure to try some of the specialty food shops, especially the crêperies. Before leaving, find time to visit the salt marshes museum, where you’ll gain a real insight into this traditional local industry. While you’re at it, pick up some delicious salt-butter caramels from the onsite shop.
Rennes
Drive 90 minutes north of Nantes and you’ll reach Rennes, the capital city of Brittany.
Visit the Musée de Bretagne in the brand new Les Champs Libres building to learn about the history of Rennes and its surrounding region. Spend time in the Thabor Gardens, where you can stroll around 24 acres of delightful green space. If you’re peckish, there are many affordable places to eat that don’t compromise on quality. Indulge in generous tartines at L’epicere and try La Saint-Georges for a contemporary take on a crêperie.
Get behind the wheel of your Avis car hired from Nantes Atlantique Airport and the open roads of northwest France are yours.
Why choose Avis for your Nantes Airport car hire?
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers. - Savings on coverage
When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover. - Loyalty benefits
Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more. - Safety first
From our well-maintained fleet to protecting your data, we take safety seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Dettol® to ensure both hygienic rental locations and thoroughly cleaned vehicles. - Faster collection
Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think. - VIP treatment
Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
Nantes Airport car rental FAQs
Whether you are looking for a hire car for business or pleasure, Avis has something to suit all needs. Choose from a wide range of cars, SUVs and vans, and benefit from the latest online deals. You’ll get our best prices when booking on our website.
Nantes Airport is approximately 20 minutes (7 miles) from Nantes city centre.
Nantes is an ideal city for a city break in France. During your stay in this vibrant university town, don’t miss exploring the ramparts of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, seeing the extraordinary mechanical creatures of Les Machines de l’Île and visiting the Quartier Bouffay. With your hire car you can also access the beautiful beaches of the Loire Valley.
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Renter Requirements
- Optional Coverages
- Credit Card Policies
- Debit Card Policies
- Drivers License
- Public Liability and Property Damage
- Additional Information
- Age Requirements
- Estimated Totals
- Fuel Policy
- ID Requirements
- Miscellaneous Information
- One Way Rentals
- Rental Options
- Returns
- Travel Into Other Countries
- Personal Accident and Effects Insurance (PEP)
Damage
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is damaged during the rental?
If you have Damage Waiver (CDW) and the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged, the amount you have to pay for the damage will be reduced to than the excess stated on your rental agreement for each clearly separate incident of damage meaning you'll pay for the lower amount between the cost of repair or replacement and the excess for each clearly separate incident of damage, plus a damage processing fee and an on the ground vehicle idle time fee, invoiced as stated in our tariff conditions. If you can show the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you. If you can show the damage was less than we said, we will refund you the difference.
How much is the excess?
This is stated on your rental agreement, and also in your booking confirmation email, for each clearly separate incident of damage. You can reduce the excess even further by buying an excess reduction product.
Please note that if you damage the vehicle on more than one occasion, you must, to the extent the law will allow, pay the excess stated on the rental agreement for each clearly separate incident of damage.
How do I get Damage Waiver (CDW)?
In most cases, Damage Waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it's included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it isn't included, the price depends on the vehicle you're renting and the place you're renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 11.04 Euro and 24.08 Euro a day.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, (Super Cover) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero except for vans. This also cancels the damage administration fee and the on the ground vehicle idle time fee. Please see our tariff conditions.
Will I need to pay if the windscreen or any other window is damaged?
Yes. However, Windscreen Protection (LI) reduces the amount you have to pay if the windscreen or any other window is damaged to zero.
How do I get Windscreen Protection?
If you've bought Windscreen Protection, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the vehicle you're renting and the place you're renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 1 Euro and 3.01 Euro a day.
What happens if I damage any optional extras I rent from you?
If any optional extras are damaged, you have to pay for the cost of replacement, or their estimated repair costs in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if damage was caused by or as a result of:
- Water or fire damage that was not your fault.
- Driving the vehicle without due care and attention
- Driving or using the vehicle in breach of your contract
What do I have to pay if I don't have Damage Waiver?
If the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged during your rental, unless you can prove the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, you'll have to pay:
- Either the cost of replacement, or the estimated repair costs whichever is cheaper
- Plus our loss of use, including an on the ground vehicle idle time fee
- Plus an administration fee
Where can I find information of damage charges I've paid?
If we find damage, we'll charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you've asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you'll be able to find details of this payment here.
Theft
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is lost or stolen during the rental?
If you have Theft Protection waiver (TP) and the vehicle is stolen, the amount you have to pay will be reduced to no more than the excess stated on your rental agreement, plus the processing fee charged as per our tariff conditions. If you can show the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you. If you can show the damage was less than we said, we will refund you the difference. If you can show the loss or theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you.
How much is the excess?
Depending on car group rented, customer is liable for an amount ranging between 10,000.00 Euro and 44,000.00 Euro if Theft Protection (TP) is not taken. Purchase of TP reduces liability to an amount between 800.00 Euro and 1600.00 Euro depending on car group rented for theft of the Avis vehicle.You can reduce the excess even further by buying an excess reduction product.
How do I get Theft Protection waiver?
In most cases, Theft Protection waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it isn't included, the price depends on the vehicle you're renting and the place you're renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 5.02 Euro and 9.03 Euro a day.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Cover is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero. The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to cost between 12.04 Euro and 24.05 Euro. To get the SCDW you also need to have Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver (TP) . SCDW is between 12.04 Euro and 24.05 Euro a day.
What happens if I lose any optional extras I rent from you or if they are stolen?
If any optional extras are lost or stolen, you have to pay for the cost of replacement in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if the loss or theft was caused by or as a result of:
- Keys being left in the vehicle
- Keys being lost or stolen
- Using the vehicle in breach of the contract
What do I have to pay if I don't have Theft Protection?
If the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are lost or stolen during your rental, you'll have to pay:
- The cost of replacement
- Plus our loss of use
If you can show theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you.
Where can I find information of theft charges I've paid?
If a loss or theft has occurred, unless you can prove the theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we'll charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you've asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you'll be able to find details of this payment here
Damage to people and their property
What do I have to pay if I injure someone whilst driving?
Third Party Liability (TPL) cover is provided with the vehicle as standard. This means that if you have an accident in our vehicle and you injure someone, including any of your passengers, or you damage anything which belongs to them, you will not have to pay any of their costs. Third Party Liability cover does not cover any death or injury suffered by the driver of our vehicle or any damage to personal items in our vehicle.
Are there any times when third party liability cover would not apply?
If the law requires us to provide you with third party liability cover, the minimum cover required by law will still apply but we, or our insurer, may seek to recover our costs from you if the accident was caused by:
- By you breaking the contract (for example allowing someone we had not approved drive the vehicle of driving whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other unlawful substance),
- By you breaking the law
- As a result of your negligence or recklessness.
What products cover the driver of the vehicle?
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) covers the driver of the vehicle persondriver of the vehicle in the event of an accident, and in addition the luggage and personal belongings of the driver of the vehicle in the event of damage, theft or loss. PAI provides the following benefits:
- A maximum of 100,000 Euro in the event of death, loss of limbs or or eyes or permant total disability.
- A maximum of 25,000 Euro towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident, with an excess of 70 Euro per claim
- Luggage and personal belongings up to 2000 Euro per vehicle - excluding any items you rented through us, (again, there are conditions, within the limit of 250 Euro per item and with an excess of 75 Euro per vehicle), provided that such luggage and personal belongings were in the luggage compartment, in the roof box or in the glove box of the vehicle. In addition, in case of theft, a statement of theft should be reported to the police within 48 hours. Such statement of theft shall necessarily contain the exhaustive list of stolen items which would be considered to determine any possible compensation
Who provides Personal Accident Insurance?
Personal Accident Insurance is underwritten by AIG Europe Limited. You will need to agree to their terms and conditions. Our agen retains 20% of the price you pay after insurance premium tax has been deducted, as commission. Independent companies member of the network may offer different cover, underwritten by a different insurer.
How do I get Personal Accident Insurance?
If you've bought Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement.
Can I increase my cover and reduce my excess?
Yes, you can purchase our Super Personal Accident Insurance (SPAI) insurance which increases your cover, reduces your excess to Euro 50 per claim, and provides the following enhanced benefits:
- A maximum of 200,000 Euro in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability.
- A maximum of 50,000 Euro towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident, with an excess of 70 Euro per claim
- Luggage and personal belongings up to 6,000 Euro per vehicle - excluding any items you rented through us (again, there are conditions, within the limit of 350 Euro per item), provided that such luggage and personal belongings were in the luggage compartment, in the roof box or in the glove box of the vehicle. In addition, in case of theft, a statement of theft should be reported to the police within 48 hours. Such statement of theft shall necessarily contain the exhaustive list of stolen items which would be considered to determine any possible compensation.
- Expenses for replacing locks up to 750 Euro
- Additional travel expenses up to 750 Euro.
Is Super Personal Accident Insurance available when renting any vehicles?
Yes, you can buy Super Personal Accident Insurance not matter what vehicle you rent.
How do I get Super Personal Accident Insurance?
If you've bought Super Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement.
What will you pay if I don't have Personal Accident Insurance?
If the driver of the vehicle is involved in an accident and is injured or dies, no compensation will be possible through us. If any personal items in the vehicle are damaged, lost or stolen, their repair or replacement will not be borne by us.
For information, passengers are considered third parties and would benefit from the third party liability cover provided with the vehicle as standard.
Protection packages
I want to buy more than one protection product, can I get a protection package?
Yes, we offer a variety of protection packages:
- Pack Super Protection (PSP) includes Super Cover, Super Personal Accident, Roadside Assistance Plus, and Windscreen Protection.
The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to costs between 25.14 Euro and 167.66 Euro a day.
Third party protection products
I have bought a protection product from an external provider, can I use it?
If you decide to buy cover from someone else, you will have to pay our full costs Find out more: see "What will you pay if I don't have" within this section of this document then you'll need to make a claim with the external provider to get your money back. It is your responsibility to ensure you understand the terms of any cover you buy from an external provider and for any claim you make. We are unable to help you with your claim.
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