Find your perfect hire car at Amiens Train Station
Amiens is one of the highlights of northern France and it’s easy to explore with an Avis hire car from Amiens Train Station. What’s more, from here you’ll be able to reach other fascinating destinations in the Picardy region.Plan your journey from Amiens Train Station
When you arrive at Amiens train station, you’ll be perfectly positioned in the centre of the city, conveniently close to all of the main attractions. Collect your car and start sightseeing.The first stop should be the Cathédrale Notre-Dame d’Amiens, which is the largest gothic cathedral in the whole country. This Unesco World Heritage Site dates back to the 13th century and has the jewel-covered skull of St John the Baptist on display. On summer evenings, there’s a 45-minute lightshow on the exterior of the building.
Science fiction writer Jules Verne used to live in Amiens, and fans can visit the Maison de Jules Verne. Tour the house where he wrote his fiction and learn all about his life.
For a taste of traditional Amiens, which all the family will enjoy, watch a marionette show by the Chés Cabotans theatre company. Performances take place in both the local Picard dialect and in French, but they’re visual enough for anyone to follow.
With your Avis rental, Amiens and nearby areas in the north of France are only a short road trip away.
Beyond Amiens Train Station
When you arrive at Amiens Train Station, you’re well positioned to explore all of northern France and the Picardy region with your rental car.
Chantilly
The star attraction here is the Château de Chantilly, a magnificent mansion surrounded by a lake and walkable gardens. Children will be hugely impressed by this sight, which looks like a setting from a fairy tale. Animal lovers will enjoy the Grand Stables inside the palace. Don’t leave Chantilly, just over an hour’s drive on the A16 from Amiens, before sampling pastries filled with Chantilly cream.
Abbeville
Drive for 40 minutes north-west on the A16 and you’ll arrive in the small city of Abbeville. Situated on the Somme river, this is a very pretty city, but its main draw is the Château de Bagatelle. Surrounded by impeccable gardens and full of antique furniture, this impressive palace dates back to the 18th century.
Pick up your Avis hire car from Amiens Train Station and enjoy an unforgettable road trip around northern France. Don't forget to check out the common French road rules before you set off.