Bergerac is the largest town of Perigord Pourpre department, which translates to purple grapes, and was once a successful port for the wine trade. This charismatic city is located on the northern banks of Dordogne and is a location perfect for a self drive holiday in your hire car. 

DriveAway Holidays offers a wide range of car hire vehicles and depots; you can collect your hire car from Bergerac airport, railway station or downtown depots located in the city. Bergerac is a great place to start your self drive holiday of France as it is located just one and a half hours from Bordeaux, three hours to Toulouse and five hours to Montpellier. A car hire offers the luxuries of freedom and independence to enjoy and create your own itinerary.

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Drive a Hire Car in Bergerac

The main attraction of Bergerac is the Old Town located north of the river. You can drive your car hire and park at the main riverside car park which is located just a short walk from the old town. This is a wonderful attraction as you stroll along the medieval half-timbered streets with charming cafes and restaurants scattered around perfectly.

Take a stroll through Vielle Ville, a tranquil and beautiful area filled with romantic fountains, medieval houses and the main attractions is the 17th century Maison Peyrarede. Here your will find the enlightening Museum of Tobacco which details the history and collections of pipes and tools of the trade. Don’t miss out on the significant Bergerac Old Bridge which dates back to 1837. This is a symbol of the town’s river trading past, exporting Bergerac wines, wood and much more.

The Notre Dame Church has a huge importance to Bergerac and symbolizes the city’s expansion in that transformed the cityscape in the 19th century. The church featured neo-Gothic style and has a bell tower reaching heights of 80 metres. Also visit the St Jacques Church which is a Romanesque Church. The main attraction is the church’s organ, and the architecture has changed with many renovation and modifications made through the years.

Take your car over the Bergerac’s prehistoric caves of Lascaux which attracts millions of visitors each year. Located on the west bank of river Vezere, you will be able to see the prehistoric heritage which has been protected by the rock shelters and limestone caves around the landscape. There are many great halls which connect well, down the first hall you will find the Great Hall of the Bulls and The Painted Gallery. The second gallery showcased the Lateral Passage, the Chamber of Engravings, the Main Gallery and the Chamber of Felines. And at the far end is The Shaft of the Dead Man.

Rent a Car in Bergerac with DriveAway Holidays

DriveAway Holidays is a multi award winning Car Rental Wholesaler offering great rates on worldwide Car Hire, Motorhome Rentals, Peugeot Leasing and more. In conjunction with the largest suppliers in Bergerac, we provide you with convenience and more choice on your holiday. DriveAway Holidays provides 24/7 customer service and a safe, secure and reliable online booking engine. Book your Bergerac car hire today with DriveAway Holidays.

With no Credit Card fees, no Amendment fees and no Cancellation fee policies; DriveAway Holidays is committed to providing you with a professional and friendly service to make your self-drive holiday a memorable experience in Bergerac.

DriveAway Holidays has been driving Australians overseas since 1988. Our prices are competitive, we are professional and we try our best to provide exceptional service.  Working with most major car rental companies makes us one of the biggest and one of the best.