Car & Van Hire - Besançon

Enterprise's Besançon branch offers a car rental service to meet all needs. Families can choose a spacious car, such as a station wagon, minivan or van. Those wanting to travel in style can rent a chic and comfortable car in Besançon, such as a convertible, top-of-the-range station wagon, sleek city car or even a luxury vehicle for an unforgettable stay. Business customers can opt for van rental in Besançon and enjoy a host of possibilities for their trips to the capital of the Doubs region. The local Enterprise branch offers several types of commercial vehicles for rent in Besançon, from the smallest, with a capacity of 3 m³, to the largest, ranging from 6 to 20 m³ for models with tailgates.

With its incredibly rich historical past, Besançon is a true touristic gem. Among the many monuments and sites to visit, the Citadelle is a must-see. Built by Vauban in the 17th century, it is the emblem of the city, which it overlooks from an altitude of nearly 120 metres. Subsequently serving as a protective fortress, prison and military barracks, it is considered to be one of France's most beautiful citadels and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is part of nearly 600 metres of fortifications also built by Vauban. Today, it houses several museums retracing its long history. Located at the far end of the city, it is easily accessible to travellers who have rented a car in Besançon. Lovers of the Renaissance should visit the Palais Granvelle, Hôtel de Ville, Palais de Justice and Fontaine des Carmes, all built in the purest style of the period.

While Besançon is packed with sites and monuments to discover, the Doubs department also boasts a plethora of remarkable sights that will appeal to lovers of history and nature. The Besançon area is easily accessible by car. If you don't have your own car, you can rent one from Enterprise in Besançon. Just 20 miles from the Doubs capital, you can explore the 18th-century Saline Royale d'Arc-et-Senans. A true testament to the Age of Enlightenment, the semi-circular architecture is remarkable, and the museum reveals how salt was extracted in those times. Further east, about 15 miles from Besançon, the picturesque town of Ornans is a not-to-be-missed step back in time. Overlooking the Loue River, the town boasts typical 16th-century buildings and an opulent 12th-century church.

Besançon enjoys good road links and is easily accessible by car, thanks to the D683 secondary road that surrounds it. The city centre is a pedestrian area, where pedestrians and cyclists have priority, but there are no traffic restrictions for motorists. This makes it easy and pleasant to explore the city with a rental car in Besançon. Rent a car in Besançon from Enterprise to make the most of discovering the historic city. The city is very accommodating and has made many on-street parking spaces available, as well as car parks close to popular monuments. Among these, the Mairie and Pasteur car parks, in the heart of the city, offer 570 and 250 spaces respectively, with the first hour's parking free. This also makes it easy and inexpensive for business customers wishing to rent a car in Besançon. Further out, on the banks of the Doubs, you can park in the Marché Beaux-Arts and Cusenier car parks, which offer over 1,000 spaces. Street parking is available in the city's three zones: Chrono (maximum 1.5 hours), Mezzo (maximum 3 hours) or Tempo (no time restriction).

Enterprise Besançon offers excellent prices on its large fleet of vehicles, whether you need a three-door economy car, a spacious SUV or a nine-seater.

Planning a move? Need to transport furniture? Enterprise has vans available at our Besançon branches to ensure you have the right vehicle for your needs. From the smallest vans to the largest commercial vehicles, call our branches or book online to ensure you get the right vehicle for your needs. Visit our Besançon commercial vehicle rental page to find out more.