Saint-Germain-en-Laye is one of Paris' most popular outer suburbs due to its prime residential location on the upper west-side of the city. This is the side of the city where Versailles is located, along with an abundance of Chateaus in the near vicinity, offering you the best of both a city break and an escape to the country. If you hire a car in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, you can explore sights like the Chateau de St Germain, Dumas' House and even venture down towards the wooded hills of Rambouillet. Hiring a car in Saint-Germain-en-Laye is available from the town itself or from all the major Paris Airports and locations across the city.
Many people will visit Saint-Germain-en-Laye for its primary landmark: Chateau de St Germain. The views and forests around here are a real escape from the din of Paris, providing a different facet to your city break. When you want to visit Paris, a short 22km drive on the A14 will take you right to the city centre where You'll find the usual attractions such as the Musee d'Orsay, the Louvre and Notre Dame. Alexandre Dumas' House is a short drive from the centre of the suburb, and if you're hiring a car in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, the Palace of Versailles is a must-see - only 12km on the aptly named Route de Versailles. Rent a car in Saint-Germain-en-Laye and realise why this area was once so important to the capital.
