Dijon Train Station is just 5 minutes away from the town centre and just after getting here, you can get access to car rental agencies right from the offices at the train station. Alternatively, the wiser option would have been to make advance bookings at a car hire agency is that immediately after getting here, you will have your rental ready waiting for at the train station. The benefit of making advance reservation is that you are guaranteed of a discount thus saving you money and you will find your car of choice ready for you thus saving you disappointments and further hustles.

Be it a small local company or large major international company, there are a couple of rental companies to choose from. Perform adequate research in advance to enable you know the top companies with the best services and those with fair prices that will fit right into your budget. From economy class to luxury class vehicles, 4x4 pickups to sedans, there is everything for everyone in the world of car hire.

Before settling for any one company, be conversant with their policies and regulations. For instance, it would be worthwhile to note that all agencies in France require one to be 21 years of age and above but several agencies impose a surcharge for young drivers between the 21-24 age brackets. Some even decline to offer services to people over the age of 69 and so they make inquiries in advance concerning the age restriction policies of the particular rental company.

Driving around Dijon is no hustle at all. The roads are very well maintained, most petrol stations operate 24-hours and there are metered parking spots available all over the town. When weather conditions are foggy or when it is raining heavily, it is advisable to have your headlights on regardless of whether it is morning or afternoon. The alcohol limit is 0.5mg per ml and violation of this result in steep fines therefore while sampling the Burgundy wines that Dijon is famous for – but remember, do not drink and drive.

Besides Burgundy wines, Dijon is also famous for its mustard and a trip to Musee de la Moutarde - museum of Mustard, is a must for all those who live for burgers. For a bit of history, drive to Musee Archeologique which boasts of Celtic jewelry among its interesting finds; or head to the Musee le la vie Bourguignon to see how Burundians lived in the olden days. Get your car from the rent-a-car firm and make the most of your stay in Dijon.