Retro road trip in Rochefort: Méhari, 2CV & Burton rental

Drive the Charente estuary your way in a restored vintage car

Rent a Méhari, 2CV or Burton classic car in Rochefort with unlimited mileage and downloadable circuits that guide you through the Grand Site of Charente-Maritime. You pick the route (from the marshlands and Abbey of Trizay to the Citadel of Brouage), and the vehicle that suits your mood. Insurance for the first driver is included. Additional drivers can add coverage at checkout.

The experience

Pick up your car at 31 Avenue de la Gare in Rochefort and the region opens up. The Méhari, 2CV and Burton each handle the narrow roads and coastal routes differently, and you choose which one fits the day ahead. Unlimited mileage means you're not watching the odometer. You're free to take the long way through the marshes or double back to a village that caught your eye.

The circuits come downloaded to your phone: routes already mapped through the wonders of the Grand Site estuary, past the Citadel of Brouage and the Abbey of Trizay, through the wild expanses where the fauna and flora thrive. History, nature, or a mix of both. Each circuit has surprises built in, and you set the pace. A few hours or a full day. The car is yours for however long you need it.

First driver insurance is included with whichever vehicle you choose. If a second driver wants to take the wheel, additional driver insurance is available at checkout. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and service animals are welcome.

What’s included

• Unlimited mileage.
• first driver insurance.
• downloadable circuits through the Grand Site estuary, the Citadel of Brouage and Abbey of Trizay.
• choice of Méhari, 2CV or Burton classic car.

Options for this experience

3 options

Choose a MéhariUp to 4 people · 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30The Méhari and 2CV are mythical 1970s vehicles that became the stars of the islands of Ré and Oléron. The Burton is a Dutch convertible built on a 2CV base (note: the Burton carries only 2 travelers).

Ride in two horsesUp to 4 people · 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30The 2CV, with its retro and charming look, greets you with its rounded curves and colorful bodywork.

Choose a BurtonUp to 2 people · 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30Drive through Charente-Maritime in a Burton convertible: a touch of freedom and memories of yesteryear around every bend.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30

Book up to4h before

GroupUp to 4

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by 31 avenue de la gare

Is this one for you?The self-guided format and downloadable circuits suit anyone who wants to explore at their own pace without a fixed schedule or a guide's commentary. If you prefer a structured itinerary with someone narrating the stops, a guided tour would serve you better.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the Méhari, 2CV and Burton?

All three are classic French cars built for open-air driving. The Méhari is a lightweight canvas-top vehicle with an exposed frame; the 2CV is the iconic Citroën with its distinctive suspension and soft top; the Burton is a compact convertible. Each handles the Charente roads differently and offers a different feel for the journey.

Can I drive to the islands of Ré or Oléron from Rochefort?

Yes. Both islands are reachable by bridge from the mainland, and your rental includes unlimited mileage, so you can explore them as part of your route. The circuits downloaded to your phone include options for coastal and island exploration.

How long can I rent the car for?

Rentals range from two hours to a full day or longer. You decide the duration when you book, and the price adjusts accordingly. The circuits are designed to work at any pace: a quick loop or an all-day adventure.

What happens if I want a second driver?

Additional driver insurance is available at checkout. The first driver's coverage is included in the rental price. Any other person behind the wheel needs their own policy added to the booking.

Do the circuits tell me where to stop and what to see?

The downloadable circuits guide you through the Grand Site of Charente-Maritime (they map the route and highlight stops like the Citadel of Brouage, Abbey of Trizay and the marshlands), but you control the stops and how long you spend at each one. They're suggestions, not a fixed itinerary.