If your trip to Bandol is all locked in but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.Plan a stop at Dolce Fregate Provence Golf Course. It’s one attraction you’ll usually find on many visitors’ must-do lists. Golf Dolce Frégate and Ile de Bendor are also not far away and worth a pit stop.

If you’re looking for day-trip inspiration, we can help out. Situated 45 miles away, Plage Neptune is worth jumping in the car for. See the sights beginning with Sémaphore de Camarat, Plage des Douanes and Escalet Beach. Situated 20 miles away, Badine Beach is another popular option. If you swing by, don’t miss Place Massillon, Parc St-Bernard and Tour des Templiers.

Nothing says vacation like hopping in the car and heading to the coast. Bandol has some lovely beaches nearby, so bring along a good book (and a kite if the wind’s up) and take a day trip to one of these great options:

• Plage de Bonnegrâce (3 miles away).
• Les Lecques Beach (4 miles away).
• Charmettes Beach (5 miles away).

Whether you’re getting away alone or with all the family, CarRentals.com will help you find the perfect set of wheels for your adventure in Bandol. An economy car is a fabulous choice if you’re planning to spend most of your time in the heart of the city. Low-cost and fuel-efficient, these cars will take you from point A to B with ease. If you feel like doing things a little differently, browse our special category. You’re sure to find something that’ll spark some envious glances. Got the young ones in tow? A spacious full-size SUV will meet your needs.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes choosing the right car important. If you’re about to embark on an amazing road trip around Bandol, a roomy SUV could be the perfect solution. If you’re looking for the cheapest price possible and plan on sticking mostly to the city, an economy car is a clever pick. All you have to do is decide what suits you best, throw your bags in the back seat, and hit the road.

In Bandol, you’ll have to stick to the right-hand side. When exploring someplace new, it’s always a good idea to rent an automatic vehicle. That way, you can concentrate on the road and not worry about gear changes.

It can be. Driving around the block looking for a place to park isn’t unusual in Bandol. Getting near popular attractions is easier if you plan ahead.

As with many destinations, you can expect slightly heavier traffic in the hours before and after work. However, due to its smaller population of about 8,500, traffic isn’t a big problem in Bandol.

While cruising through the streets of Bandol, keep in mind that the speed limits generally range from 50km/h to 130km/h. Residential areas are 50km/h unless marked otherwise.

Usually, your rental car company will charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may forward your contact details to local authorities so they can send a fine to you directly.

Provided you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, it’s fine to use your cell phone while driving a car in Bandol. But be sure to stay focused on the road.

In Bandol, it is a fineable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.05%. If you plan to have a drink or two with lunch or dinner, it’d be wise to leave your rental car behind.

Yes it is. However, before you turn you must completely stop the car and only continue if there’s no approaching traffic.

Subject to a small number of exceptions, seat belts are compulsory in Var.