Nestling on the northern banks of the Dordogne River, Bergerac is a charming medieval city less than an hour's drive inland from Bordeaux. The ideal gateway to the Dordogne region of south-west France, visitors will find plenty to do in and around the city before heading off into the surrounding region with their car hire in Bergerac. Around Place Pelissiere are a number of lovely medieval streets with half-timbered houses and lots of other period architecture to admire. The hub of the city is La Place Pelissiere, a lovely old square lined with cafés, wine bars and irresistible eateries serving delicious Dordogne cuisine. The 19th-century neo-Gothic church nearby is famed for its stained-glass windows and 80-metre-high steeple. Next on the must-do list is a leisurely cruise along the Dordogne on a gabares, one of the region’s traditional flat-bottomed barges specially adapted for modern tourism. Bergerac’s wine-making tradition dates right back to the 2nd century, so it's no surprise to find one of the city's most popular attractions - the Maison des Vins de Bergerac - located right in the heart of the old town. Here visitors can find out all about the local wines in a magnificent 17th-century mansion (built around the historic Récollets Monks Cloister) through informative tastings and the innovative vinothèque wine discovery area. Equally fascinating is the National Tobacco Museum which portrays the 3,000-year history of this plant, from its Amerindian origins up to the present day, with a strong focus on local production. A land of centuries-old wine estates and scenic driving routes, the Dordogne is one of the most bucolic corners of France and well worth exploring with your Auto Europe car rental. You can visit the wine-makers and taste some of Bergerac's best wines, such as Pecharmant, Monbazillac and Saussignac before enjoying a 20-minute drive south towards Ribagnac to see the delightful Château de Bridoire, a turreted 12th-century castle that's been lovingly restored to how it looked in the Middle Ages.
Established over 65 years ago, Auto Europe offers the cheapest car hire deals in Bergerac and elsewhere in south-west France. With over 24,000 pick-up and drop-off points available in more than 180 destinations worldwide, we are a strong leader in the international car rental industry, having developed the best-possible working relationships with all the top car hire suppliers, including National, Sixt, Avis, Alamo, Europcar, Dollar, Budget and Hertz. Choose from a choice of convenient downtown locations or pick up your vehicle from Bergerac Airport before embarking upon an exciting road-trip around the glorious Dordogne region. Take a look at what others thought about their recent Auto Europe car hire experience in the city and its surroundings by reading the comments they left in our Bergerac car hire reviews section below.
" Easiest car rental experience that I have had. So used to car rental companies ripping me off with additional insurances, assistance services etc. that it was great to just pick up the car and go. "
" Easiest car rental experience that I have had. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Once again Excellent service. "
" Excellent service Excellent vehicle. Staff at the airport were the most efficient I have ever had dealings with. I normally take a rental car every time I go on holiday. Thank You "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Extremely straight and very helpful staff Thank you "
" Extremely helpful staff when looking to change hire date and drop off due to changing flight situation due to COVID 19 "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Good quality car, good service and fair price "
" All good "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" For this particular hire (time, date, place) Auto Europe found the cheapest deal. "
" In and out of the airport office in minutes. Very efficient. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Everything went smoothly "
" quick service, good value, no problems, basic car but fine for my needs. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Good experience. Helpful staff. Nice clean car. "
" Very quick pick up. Staff pleasant and helpful. Thank uou "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Good "
" Very good experience just one small niggle there was a minor scratch on the front driver's wing not notes by office but otherwise all fine. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 8
" Very efficient. "
" Good. "
Overall Value: 8 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 8 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 8
" Fine "
" Quick and easy "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" New clean car will use company again "
" Very good service all round "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" The pick up and drop off went like clockwork. I would definitely use them again. "
" The staff were very friendly and helpful "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Car in good condition, minimal delay at collection "
" All good, signing to where to return car could be better "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 9 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" The pick up and drop off went smoothly. Professional staff. "
" No problems. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Easy booking "
" Very fast efficient check in on arrival. Car checked by colleague with us, and we were on our way. Return very quick and efficient. Very friendly staff. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Excellent service and competitive rates. "
" Friendly and professional fast service and good nearly new cars. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" I have used Auto Europe a great deal, particularly to rent in the US twice a year. I have always found Alamo to be a reliable agent even though they are not always the cheapest and have stuck with them. Never a problem and very helpful in the event of swapping a vehicle due to long (2 month) rental. "
" Very good service on arrival - double upgrade to a very smart vehicle - birthday gift from Alamo as an 'Insider'. Return easy - just hope I left the key in the correct place!! "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Would definitely use again "
" Very efficient staff. Courteous and welcoming. Information regarding the hire was clear and concise. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Efficient and helpful "
" Very helpful and accommodating when I requested an automatic at the last moment "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Autoeurope have always been good value and I will continue using them in the future for car hire. "
" I was a bit disappointed that the vehicle given to me had previously been smoked in! So every time I got in the vehicle I had to run the air for a while before letting the children in I only realised this on the first morning after collecting the car. "
Overall Value: 8 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 7
" Good "
" Trouble free, helpful staff, voucher system worked well. Additional cover offered, even though we already had this. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Easy pick up & drop off. English speaking staff "
" Easy "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Very pleasant and helpful staff "
" Very happy with car, will definitely use again "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" My first vehicle hire in France, so was a bit stressed about the whole experience, The staff were really nice and explained everything well Their English was a lot better than my French! ( I'd never seen a car without a handbrake lever!) We ended up with a big SUV rather than the small hatchback we'd ordered (at no extra cost) My credit card was "blocked" rather than debited for the deposit, so no bank charges were incurred. Overall a very good experience. p.s. Don't forget to get the key code for the carpark needed for your return. "
" Very friendly staff at Bergerac, Everything well explained and done very efficiently, we were even offered cold drinks as it was a red hot day. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Pleasant and uncomplicated, no pressure sales, quick and easy rental. "
" The whole experience was stress free, pleasant, and uncomplicated. Time taken from arrival at the Car Rental desk to leaving the terminal was minimal. On returning the car, we experienced the same good, friendly service. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Good value and service. "
" Great staff that make the process hassle free. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Great price and service...no drama at all. "
" The car was virtually new and the service from reception was 1st class "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Would definitely recommend. "
" Painless operation which is extremely helpful after a flight. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" A smooth operation "
" As usual in France,as opposed to Spain the system worked smoothly. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" great "
" easist car rental I have ever had! No queues at pick up and drop off - brilliant ;-) "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Trouble free process and a good car at a competitive rate. "
" Simple and easy booking process with amendments easily made. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" better than Europcar! "
" Really good. Relaxing and good humoured staff. No strees and very efficient. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" All was excellent- no complaints "
" Everything was smooth and optimal "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Very friendly and efficient. Service with a smile. Thank you for making it all so easy. "
" A brilliantly efficient service. I loved the car! .... and there was no fuss at all when I managed to pop the keys into the wrong key safe in returning the car. Thank you! "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Genrally very satisfied "
" On pick-up, the car was not full of fuel. Whilst Enterprise said "bring it back at the same level", this defeated the advantage of the contracted full-to-full. The excuse given was that there was insufficient time to refuel the car - hmmmm! Apart from that, the pick-up briefing was the best and the most thorough that I have had over the many years and rentals that I have been renting cars "
Overall Value: 7 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 6
" No problems at all, very satisfied "
" Very good "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Nice greeting and collection "
" A good experience. They where experiencing problems with the computer, but thankfully we had sent details in advance. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Quick and clean "
" They have personalised their service to us and it makes a lot of difference "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" My car was upgraded, which was a nice surprise. Friendly helpful, efficient staff "
" Very friendly and helpful staff "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Good price, cars, staff excellent Only thing could improve is the walk with suitcases to airport. Surface not great. "
" Second time used at Bergerac Airport. Staff very helpful and friendly. They know their jobs very well. Car always well prepared. Staff take the time to show you car and answer any questions. Thank you. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 9
" will use again - highly recommended "
" Excellent service at pickup and drop off. Good car "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Very easy pickup and return lady at counter excellent "
" Very good will use again went as expected from a company like hertz "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 9
" I would be very likely to recommend to my friends and family "
" I was very satisfied with all aspects of the service "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" same as above "
" Great service from start to end of our holiday will definitely use again on our return to the area. "
Overall Value: 9 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 9 Expediency of Drop-off: 9 Condition of the Vehicle: 9
" Good "
" Good "
Overall Value: 9 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 9 Expediency of Drop-off: 9 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Best hire car we've ever had ! "
" Great service, great car and no issues. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" The booking experience was good. "
" Car was a bit dirty on the outside (inside was clean). The car was a bit noisy and rough in first gear and was sometimes difficult to put into reverse. "
Overall Value: 6 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 7 Expediency of Drop-off: 8 Condition of the Vehicle: 5
" The whole experience was straight forward "
" Nice and easy. Counter staff were very friendly and understanding. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" The lady at the staff desk was brilliant; so thorough and helpful. Her english was brilliant. "
" Good customer service "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 7
" Easy to book and insurance option chosen when booking allows you to know exactly how much the rental is going to cost. "
" Pleasant and efficient staff at collection and drop off. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Staff brilliant and efficient! "
" Brilliant and very pleased indeed. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Everything went smoothly, and the car was the right and good one for the purpose. "
" Good "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Auto Europe made the rental very easy "
" Found additional cdw insurance very expensive "
Overall Value: 8 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 9 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 9
" Good service , polite and helpful staff and good car for a good price. Excellent service "
" Smooth and hassle free collection from Bergerac Airport, helpful and friendly staff and a quality car supplied. We were even able to add my partner as a named driver at the price stated when I booked, although the price had increased since I had booked. Very fair and would definitely use again when we go away later in the year. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" A great experience and we were looked after well. Quickly got our car and had a good explanation about the terms and conditions the change of the kilometre speed introduced in France. On our return the service was as good as when we collected the car. "
" This was the second time we have used Alamo at Bergerac Airport , and we had the same excellent service. All the team we dealt with were brilliant. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Excellent service and great value. "
" Very fast, efficient and courteous. Good value. Will use again. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Great no problems "
" Very good will book again thank you "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Efficient and competitive "
" Very good-especially the pre booking registration facility that saves so much time at pick up "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" good value. Good experience "
" Very friendly and efficient staff at both pick-up and return of the car. "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Yes, user friendly website, and made the transaction of renting a car enjoyable. "
" A pleasant location at Bergerac Airport. Very easy to get to as it is just a short walk outside the Terminal. Customer service was excellent and very friendly and professional. Very easy to return car as well. Will definitely use again! "
Overall Value: 10 Efficiency of Counter Staff: 10 Expediency of Drop-off: 10 Condition of the Vehicle: 10
" Ordered and paid for a Ford Focus actually received a Renault Clio. It was fine for this trip but the next time i visit i will require the size of car that i order . "
" Kalil and Josh at Bergerac Airport are very good and very helpful. "
" Through Auto Europe our car hire was with Citer, it was the most attentive company I've ever hired from. They explained the controls of the car in detail and checked the body work with me on arrival. I received a phone call on the second day to check all was well with the car and was asked how things had been when I returned the keys. Excellent customer service. "
" As above- the best and most attentive company I have hired from. They checked over the car at the start and explained all the car's functions in detail. They rang to check all was well and asked on return if everything had been ok with the car. Excellent customer service. I will actively look for rentals with Citer in the future. "
" Pleasant service. Speedy collection and return. I liked the courtesy call after 24 hours. "
" See above. "
" none, it all worked most efficiently. "
" It turned out to be Enterprise. The whole experience, the car and all staff, was almost a delight. Lots of courtesy, efficiency and hand-holding. "