Poitiers car hire

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A Full Size car hire in Poitiers costs $225 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Poitiers costs $83 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Poitiers costs $83 per day, on average.

We recommend that you use a compact or an economy car hire in Poitiers, as they tend to be easier to control and navigate around the city. They are also easier to park, and controlling them may be easier fi you have little experience of driving on the other side of the road. If you would like to explore outside the city, then you may want to rent an SUV as they are more comfortable and better prepared for driving on country roads.

The speed limit in Poitiers tends to be signposted and you should follow whatever speeds you can see on the road signs. However, if there are no signs, then the general rule is that the maximum speed limit in built up areas is 50kmph, and main roads have a limit of around 80kmph. The motorway allows you to drive at 130kmph but if the weather affects visibility, then legally you have to reduce your speed to that of a dual carriageway which is 110 kmph.

There is a free car park called Auchan Poitiers Sud, which we recommend that you check out if you are staying in the south of the city. There are a few other car parks where you will have to pay, but they may also offer 24h service. You can find 6 different parking zones within the city to car your car hire in Poitiers where on street parking is available.