Verdun and the Loire Valley by Campervan from Reims
Quick summary: A Reims campervan trip extends naturally in two directions. East lies Verdun, site of one of World War I’s longest battles, with memorials, forts and cemeteries, a couple of hours’ drive away, and beyond it the Lorraine cities of Metz and Nancy. South-west, the chateaus of the Loire Valley make a longer journey, best spread across several days with overnight stops.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| East | Verdun’s battlefields |
| Beyond Verdun | Metz and Nancy |
| South-west | The Loire Valley |
| Loire | A multi-day trip |
| One-way options | Some suppliers allow them |
| Tours | Verdun tours |
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Which RV trip from Reims covers the World War I battlefields?
Drive east to Verdun for its memorials and forts, then continue to Metz or Nancy. See Verdun tours.
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How do you reach the Loire Valley?
Head south-west, ideally over two or more days. Orléans and Tours are good bases for the chateaus. See Loire Valley tours.
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Can you end the trip elsewhere?
Some suppliers allow one-way rentals between French cities. Check when you book, as fees may apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A couple of hours’ drive east.
Yes, as a multi-day trip south-west.
Some suppliers allow it; fees may apply.
World War I memorials, forts and cemeteries.