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Hertz Car Hire in Besancon

Besancon may not have the reputation of some of the other French cities, but as the capital of the Franche-Comté region it deserves its place as one of the country's most prominent towns. Situated in the east of France and very near the Swiss border, the city has a kind of transnational cosmopolitan character, allied with a historic city centre and very modern amenities. The famous Besancon Citadel is the first port of call for many tourists.

If you take up car hire in Besancon, Geneva Airport is just under 18km drive away and allows you to make the most of your trip. Hiring a car in Besancon is available at Besancon Railway station, Dole Airport and Geneva Airport amongst others.

The first stop for many tourists visiting Besancon is the Besancon Citadel which provides a superb panorama over the city. St Jean's Cathedral, the Astronomical Clock and ancient Roman remains such as the Porte Noire all help to define the city's incredible architectural heritage.

Hiring a car in Besancon is popular as it's set right on the border of Switzerland, making it a major juncture for southern Swiss cities like Geneva and Berne. Many of Franche-Comte's cities have a highly transnational character as gateways to Europe. Rent a car in Besancon and explore the Franche-Comte region where you can see the intriguing Musée Gustave Courbet.

Pickup Locations Besancon

  • 27 Rue Thomas Edison

    Opening hours: Mo-Fr 0830-1200 1400-1730, Sa-Su closed

    Address: 27 Rue Thomas Edison

    Phone: +33 (0) 3 81 41 99 29

  • Besancon Train Station

    Opening hours: Mo-Fr 0830-1200 1400-1730, Sa-Su closed

    Address: 5 avenue Marechal Foch

    Phone: +33 (0) 3 81 41 99 29

  • Besancon TGV Train Station

    Opening hours: Mo-Fr 0830-1200 1330-1700, Sa-Su closed

    Address: Gare Besancon Franche-Comte TGV, , Auxon Dessus

    Phone: +33 (0) 3 81 41 99 29