Hire a Motorhome for the Rugby World Cup in France

The Easy Way to Travel

Are you a passionate rugby fan excited about the upcoming Rugby World Cup this September? Do you want to hire a motorhome for the Rugby World Cup in France? If that’s a resounding yes, don’t be an armchair fan. It’s easier than ever to get to France with our range of motorhome options. With the comfort of a large living space just behind your drivers seat, there are no excuses.

The 2023 Rugby World Cup

This year’s Rugby World Cup will take place from Friday 8th September to Saturday 28th October. With matches taking place in nine venues across the country, the Rugby World Cup 2023 promises to be an action-packed experience for players and fans alike.

The opening game and the highly anticipated Final will both be held at the iconic Stade de France, located just north of Paris.

Game Locations & Counties You Can Watch

Stade de Bordeaux, Bordeaux: Fiji, Ireland, South Africa, Wales, and Samoa.

Stade Pierre Mauroy, Lille: France, England, Scotland, and Samoa.

OL Stadium, Lyon: France, Italy, and New Zealand.

Stade de Marseille, Marseille: Argentina, England, Japan, and Chile.

Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Saint-Étienne: Tonga, Namibia, and Italy.

Parc des Princes, Paris: New Zealand, Scotland, Argentina, and Tonga.

Stade de France, Saint-Denis (near Paris): The opening match, France Vs New Zealand, and the final.

Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Villeneuve-d’Ascq (near Lille): Ireland, France, and South Africa.

Stade de Lyon, Lyon: Australia, Wales, and New Zealand.

Why Choose a Motorhome for Your Rugby World Cup Adventure?

1. By-Pass Price Increase: Major sporting events often result in flights, hotels, and restaurants being fully booked up over the whole period of the event. This leads to drastic increases in prices throughout the country. By hiring a motorhome, you can bypass all of these rate hikes. You’ve got accommodation on wheels, a fully operational kitchen, and no need to travel by plane.
2. Flexibility: Hotels sell out, and flight prices go sky-high, so people try to bypass this by booking things far in advance. But this leaves you unable to mix up your plans and follow what interests you. Fingers crossed, your team makes it to the final, but there is no way of knowing this before the tournament plays out. With a motorhome, you’re free to follow your team throughout the country, regardless of where they end up playing.

1. Campsite Access: Many stadiums and cities across France offer dedicated campsites or parking areas for motorhomes during major events like the Rugby World Cup. These campsites often have facilities for motorhome travellers, such as electric hook-ups, waste disposal and showers, making your stay more enjoyable.
2. Additional Activities: What if your team gets eliminated after the group stages, but you’ve still got a few extra days off work? With a camper, the fun doesn’t have to stop when the tournament finishes. You can drive to some of France’s well-known destinations to drown your sorrows or (more favourably) celebrate your team’s victory.

Suggested Route Plans

Here are some suggested route plans to follow your team throughout France during their group stage games.

England Fans

1. Starting Point: Marseille.
Date: September 9, 2023
Match: England vs Argentina
Venue: Stade Velodrome

2. Next, head to Nice for the second match.
Date: September 17, 2023
Match: England vs Japan
Venue: Stade de Nice

3. From Nice, travel to Lille for the third pool match.
Date: September 23, 2023
Match: England vs Chile
Venue: Stade Pierre-Mauroy

4. Stay in Lille for the fourth pool match.
Date: October 7, 2023
Match: England vs Samoa
Venue: Stade Pierre-Mauroy

Scotland Fans

1. Starting Point: Marseille
Date: September 10, 2023
Match: Scotland v South Africa
Venue: Stade Vélodrome

2. Next, head to Nice for the second match.
Date: September 24, 2023
Match: Scotland v Tonga
Venue: Stade de Nice

3. From Nice, travel to Lille for the third pool match.
Date: September 30, 2023
Match: Scotland v Romania
Venue: Stade Pierre-Mauroy

4. From Lille, head to Paris for the fourth pool match.
Date: October 7, 2023
Match: Scotland v Ireland
Venue: Stade de France

Ireland Fans

1. Starting Point: Bordeaux
Date: September 9, 2023
Match: Ireland v Romania
Venue: Stade de Bordeaux

2. Next, head to Nantes for the second match.
Date: September 16, 2023
Match: Ireland v Tonga
Venue: Stade de la Beaujoire

3. From Nantes, travel to Paris for the third pool match.
Date: September 23, 2023
Match: Ireland v South Africa
Venue: Stade de France

4. Stay in Paris for the fourth pool match.
Date: October 7, 2023
Match: Ireland v Scotland
Venue: Stade de France

Wales Fans

1. Starting Point: Bordeaux
Date: September 10, 2023
Match: Wales v Fiji
Venue: Stade de Bordeaux

2. Next, head to Nice for the second match.
Date: September 16, 2023
Match: Wales v Portugal
Venue: Stade de Nice

3. From Nice, travel to Lyon for the third pool match.
Date: September 24, 2023
Match: Wales v Australia
Venue: OL Stadium in Lyon

4. Leave Lyon and go to Nantes for the fourth pool match.
Date: October 7, 2023
Match: Wales v Georgia
Venue: Stade de la Beaujoire

Rugby World Cup Travel Tips

Ticket Purchases

There have been a lot of fake tickets and scams going around in recent world sporting events. Stick to the official Rugby World Cup website and official resellers for the latest ticket sales so that you don’t come across any scams.

Visas & Documentation

Now we have left Europe, travelling to France isn’t as easy as it used to be. It is still fairly easy, however. You don’t need a visa if you plan to stay less than 90 days. So you will be fine to stay for the entire world cup, but if you plan to stay longer, check France’s official entry requirements.

Currency

France uses the Euro like most of the European countries. We recommend getting a debit card that allows you to withdraw Euros with virtually no fees. Monzo and Starling are the best options, but you can also use Revolut or a prepaid card from the post office.

Book a Kintripper Motorhome

We have vehicles that can cater to all group sizes. From the Zefiro 685 sleeping up to 4 people, to the Rimor Evo Sound sleeping a family of up to 7 people…all our campervans are kept in pristine condition and are thoroughly cleaned between each rental.

Check out our FAQs to answer any queries you may have.  Hire a motorhome for the Rugby World Cup in France today with Kintripper. We are located just off the A38 in Plymouth.  Book online, or call us on either 01752 767605 or 07813 333329.