Why rent a motorhome near Monaco? The clever way to luxury

To rent a camper near Monaco is the smartest way to visit the most expensive place in the world without breaking the bank. The decisive advantage: You combine the freedom and affordable overnight costs of a camper with the opportunity to experience the glamour of Monaco as a day trip. The reality is: There are no campsites or pitches in the Principality itself. Via a platform like Campcruisers you can specifically rent a camper in Nice, Menton or nearby Italy. If you rent a camper near Monaco, you have your comfortable base camp on a beautiful campsite on the Côte d'Azur and from there you can take a relaxing train or bus directly to the heart of Monte-Carlo. This way you can enjoy the best of both worlds: luxury during the day, and the relaxed camping atmosphere in the evening.

The best tours to visit Monaco by campervan

A rented camper is your flexible base camp for exploring the entire Côte d'Azur, with Monaco as its glittering highlight. The tours focus on the region around the Principality.

💎 Tour 1: The Highlights of the Côte d’Azur

This classic route takes you to the most famous places on the French Riviera.

• Duration: 5-7 days
• Distance: approx. 200 km
• Ideal for: Connoisseurs, those interested in culture, sun worshippers
• Day 1: Nice & your base camp
• Rent your camper in Nice. Explore the famous Promenade des Anglais and the charming old town (Vieux Nice) with its flower market. Set up camp at a campsite east of Nice.
• Day 2: Day trip to Monaco
• Leave your camper! Take the train (approx. 20 minutes) from Nice to Monaco. The ride along the coast is spectacular. Visit the Oceanographic Museum, the Prince's Palace on the "Rock" and try your luck at the famous Monte-Carlo Casino.
• Day 3: Èze & Cap Ferrat (approx. 40 km)
• Visit the medieval "Eagle's Nest" Èze, which towers high above the sea. Then take a detour to the Cap Ferrat peninsula and visit the magnificent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.
• Day 4 & 5: Cannes & Antibes (approx. 80 km)
• Drive to Cannes, the city of the film festival, and stroll along the Boulevard de la Croisette. Then discover the charming old town of Antibes and the "Billionaire Harbour" with its super yachts.

🏞️ Tour 2: The Hinterland of Provence

This route takes you away from the coast to the picturesque artists' villages and the perfume capital of the world.

• Duration: 4-5 days
• Distance: approx. 250 km
• Ideal for: Art lovers, those seeking peace and quiet, connoisseurs
• Day 1: Day trip to Monaco (from your base camp)
• Start your adventure with the highlight and visit Monaco by public transport.
• Day 2: Saint-Paul-de-Vence & Vence (approx. 60 km)
• Explore the famous artists' village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence with its countless galleries. Then visit the Rosary Chapel in Vence, designed by Henri Matisse.
• Day 3: Grasse – The Capital of Perfume (approx. 40 km)
• Drive to Grasse and visit one of the historic perfumeries such as Fragonard or Molinard. Take a guided tour and create your own perfume.
• Day 4: Gourdon & the Wolf Gorge (approx. 60 km)
• Visit the village of Gourdon, spectacularly located on a rock. Then drive through the impressive Gorges du Loup (Wolf Gorge).

Arrival in the Monaco region: Flight to the Côte d'Azur

The best way to arrive is by plane to nearby Nice.

• ✈️ By plane:
• The closest and most important international airport is Nice Côte d’Azur (NCE), only about 30 km from Monaco.
• From Germany, Austria & Switzerland: There are numerous daily direct flights from all major airports to Nice, e.g. with Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Eurowings and easyJet.

• 🚗 By car:
• Traveling to the South of France by car is possible, but long. The route leads through Switzerland or Italy and is subject to tolls throughout.

After your arrival at Nice airport you will get to the pick-up location of your camper. You can find the exact address of the Wohnmobilvermietung of our partner as well as information on how to get there from the airport in your booking documents.

Cuisine on the Côte d'Azur: Mediterranean and Exquisite

The cuisine around Monaco is Mediterranean-French and Italian influenced, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients.

What you should definitely try:

• 🥗 Salade Niçoise: The world-famous salad from Nice with tuna, anchovies, egg and fresh vegetables.
• 🍲 Bouillabaisse: A rich fish soup, a specialty from nearby Marseille.
• 🍕 Pissaladière: A type of onion cake with anchovies and olives.
• 🍷 Roséwein aus der Provence: The perfect drink for a balmy summer evening on the Riviera.

Camping near Monaco: Your base on the Riviera

The camping situation is clear: there is no possibility in Monaco itself, but numerous in the surrounding area.

• 🏕️ Wild camping & free standing:
• Absolutely impossible and unthinkable in Monaco. Wild camping is strictly prohibited throughout the Côte d'Azur and is punishable by high fines.
• 🚐 Official pitches & campsites:
• The coastal region from Nice to the Italian border offers a good selection of campsites. These are often terraced and offer a great sea view. A reservation in the high season is essential.
• Camping de La Laune (near Nice)
• A simple, terraced pitch in the hills behind Nice, a good starting point for tours in the region.
• Camping Les Pinèdes (near Antibes)
• A well-equipped place between Nice and Cannes, ideal for exploring the western Côte d'Azur.
• Villaggio dei Fiori (Sanremo, Italy)
• An excellent campsite on the Italian side, from which Monaco is also easily accessible for a day trip.

At Campcruisers you can also find and book campsites in France and Italy as soon as the offer allows.