My husband is 71. Will age be a problem to rent a car in France?
Posted by
Florida
498 posts
He should not have any problem. I'm older than your husband and have not had any problems with car rentals in France, including for an upcoming trip.
I suppose it could vary according to who you rent from but I've never heard of anything like that. We use Gemut.com because of their 24/7 English-language assistance (which we've never had to use).
Posted by
Florida (previously California)
3984 posts
There are maximum age- based restrictions in certain countries but France is not one of them. You can check at https://www.autoeurope.com/travel-tips/rental-car-age-requirements/.
Posted by
Long Beach, Ca, usa
1327 posts
Luv2Travel,
My husband had no trouble renting a car in France at age 80. I am the other driver at 79. No problems.
Posted by
Loire Valley
824 posts
No problem with a bog standard car. It may be a few euros more for insurance, depending on the company.
Some high end/high powered/bigger cars may not be available for older drivers
Posted by
OP
Southern Oregon
627 posts
Thank you all, reassuring to know.