Cheap Car Rental Le Puy

Le Puy-en-Velay is a small pretty city with old traditions in the mountains of the Massif Central and it is also the capital of the Haute-Loire department. This place still belongs to the historical region of Auvergne, where the inhabitants were especially stubborn and resisted every take over conquest of the Roman Empire. Fans of the comic book character Asterix will know that the real Gallic hero Vercingetorix gave the Romans hell before he had to finally admit defeat.  

Le Puy-en-Velay has been inhabited since this time and is also honored as a major cult city.   Get your rental car to experience memorable vacation. The reason for that may lie in the characteristic landscape form of Le Puy-en-Velay. In the soft, green level land suddenly two rugged basalt rockes rise up and are a contrast to the otherwise lovely surroundings. Since people can think, rumors and tales have been floating around these rocks, but these stories don’t stop the residents from integrating the rocks into the city picture of Le Puy-en-Velay. Drive with your car rental and discover the landscape.



The larger of the rocks, called Rocher Corneille, is adorned by a huge red statue of Mary, while on the Mont´Aigulhe the Gothic church St. Michele was built. Both rocks should be climbed by visitors, because they offer a magnificent view of the surrounding area. The Church of St. Michelle is also very interesting because of its artistic interior decorations, but the red statue of Mary was cast out of captured cannons from the Crimean War (1853 - 1856) according to information and that is reason enough to marvel it.  With your car rental, enjoy your freedom.



Continuing the tour through European history you will reach the mighty Notre Dame Cathedral of Le Puy-en-Velay.  The different biblical depictions on the outside façade and architectural masterpieces inside the building are definitely worth seeing. However, in Le Puy-en-Velay there is not only religious art, but also worldly art to be admired. The museum Musée Crozatier displays art from the 19th century and many historical and archaeological exhibits from the pre-Christian period. The local theater also has a very balanced cultural program for international visitors. The residents are also proud of their famous bobbin works which have been produced here since the 17th century and which are gladly purchased as souvenirs.  Book your car rental and discover the area.



Those that like French cuisine will find plenty to like about Le Puy-en-Velay. Cheese, ham, sausages and of course the famous green lentils from Puy-en-Velay are prepared to create all kinds of delicacies. Visitors should take enough time to eat, since people here often eat slowly and a five course menu is usually mandatory. Be an independent traveler thanks to your rental car.

It is a good thing that all kinds of sport and fitness activities are held in store here and taking a hike or long walk through the beautiful surroundings of Puy-en-Velay is recommended. The best way to get around here, though, is with a rental car. You will come across many sights to see while driving around. Fans of the medieval times, for example, will enjoy the Castle of Polignac which is only a short drive away. It is a high fortress that towers over a village with the same name and once there the old times come to life again. For travelers that could use some wellness and relaxation it is recommended to go to the village of Saint-Laurent-les-Bains, which is a 45 minute drive from Puy-en-Velay. There you can find wonderful spas with a proven healing effect that are just waiting for visitors. After a few days here of bathing and eating organic food you’ll feel like a newborn baby again.

Be enchanted by the view while driving your rental car.