Book and rent parking in Angers at the lowest prices

Capital of Anjou and a major city in western France, Angers charms visitors with its exceptional historical heritage, its student dynamism, its green spaces and its renowned quality of life. Between its lively city centre, its immense castle, its museums, its university and its many events, traffic can be heavy, especially around La Doutre, the station district and the pedestrian centre. To avoid driving around for ages, here is a complete guide presenting the best car parks in Angers, their rates, the economical options, the park-and-ride facilities, the solutions for two-wheelers and bicycles, as well as all the essential rules to park easily in the city.

The Château d'Angers

An iconic monument of the city, this medieval castle houses the unmissable Apocalypse Tapestry. A must-see visit to understand the history of Anjou.

The historic centre and Saint-Maurice Cathedral

Cobbled alleys, half-timbered houses, lively squares and the majestic cathedral overlooking the Maine river.

The Museum of Fine Arts

Housed in a former private mansion, it offers rich collections from the 14th century to the present day.

Terra Botanica

A unique park in Europe dedicated to plants, perfect for families and nature enthusiasts.

La Doutre and the Ronceray Abbey

A peaceful and picturesque district, ideal for strolling, having lunch on a terrace or reaching the banks of the Maine.

Angers offers a large number of public car parks (Indigo, Q-Park, Vinci), municipal car parks and private car parks available on reservation. Here are the most practical car parks depending on the area of the city.

City centre – Shops – Place du Ralliement

• Parking Ralliement (Indigo): the most central, perfect for shopping and restaurants.
• Parking Bressigny: close to many bars and entertainment venues.
• Parking Fleur d'Eau (Q-Park): large, modern, ideal for reaching the shopping centre and the historic centre.
• Parking Leclerc: very accessible for reaching Place du Ralliement on foot.
• Parking Saint-Eloi: a good alternative, close to the shopping streets.
• Parking Zenpark Angers – City Centre: handy for booking in advance and paying less.

Station district – Saint-Laud

• Parking Gare Saint-Laud P1 and P2: official car parks for TGV travel.
• Parking Saint-Laud – Marengo (Q-Park): very practical for short or long trips.
• Parking Montaigne: a good choice for reaching the station or the centre on foot.
• Parking Zenpark Angers – Station: often more economical, ideal for leaving your vehicle all day.

Doutre district – Hospital – Museums

• Parking Le Quai: located under the Le Quai theatre, perfect for shows.
• Parking Hôpital – Larrey: close to the university hospital.
• Parking Ligny: direct access to the banks of the Maine and the Doutre district.

Saint-Serge district – University – Convention Centre

• Parking Saint-Serge: suitable for students and campus visitors.
• Parking Centre de Congrès: handy for trade fairs and professional events.
• Parking Haras: close to Place Lafayette and the university campus.

Parking rates in Angers

Prices depend on the location:

• City centre: between €1.60 and €2.50 per hour, around €18 per day.
• Station: €2.50 per hour, daily flat rate around €20 to €25.
• Outlying districts: €1 to €1.50 per hour, daily rate around €10 to €12.
• Private Zenpark car parks: often 30 to 60 percent cheaper, from €8 per day.

Many car parks offer evening packages at a reduced rate after 7pm.

To save money, opt for:

• The Zenpark car parks, the most attractive in terms of value for money.
• The car parks on the edge of the centre: Saint-Serge, Ligny, Haras.
• The park-and-ride car parks located at the entrance to the city.
• The free streets in certain residential sectors, particularly near La Doutre and the Madeleine district.

Free parking in Angers exists but remains limited:

• Certain residential districts outside the hyper-centre.
• The banks of the Maine on certain sections.
• On Sundays, several paid zones become free.
• Park-and-ride car parks, free for public transport users.

Angers Loire Métropole provides several free park-and-ride car parks, connected to tram lines A, B and C:

• P+R Terra Botanica: perfect for quickly accessing the campus and the centre.
• P+R Les Gares: immediate proximity to the station and the tram.
• P+R Hauts de Saint-Aubin: for those arriving from the north.
• P+R Jean Moulin: ideal for accessing line B.
• P+R Verneau: quick access to line A.
• P+R Europe: to access the commercial zone and reach the centre via the tram.

These car parks are free and allow you to leave your car at the entrance to the city to avoid traffic jams and paid zones.

Motorbikes and scooters have access to:

• Numerous dedicated spaces in the city centre,
• Reserved spaces around the stations,
• Two-wheeler zones in several Indigo and Q-Park car parks.

Covered car parks often accept two-wheelers free of charge or at a reduced rate.

Angers is one of the most advanced French cities in terms of soft mobility. You will find:

• Self-service bike stations (Vélocité),
• Bike racks in every district,
• Covered bike shelters near the stations and the campus,
• Secure bicycle parking in public and private car parks.

The cycle path network makes it easy to reach all the districts of the city.

Parking in Angers is paid:

• Monday to Saturday, from 9am to 7pm,
• Free on Sundays and public holidays.

The city is divided into zones:

• Red zone: hyper-centre, 2-hour maximum limit.
• Orange zone: around the centre, 4-hour limit.
• Green zone: outskirts, longer duration and reduced rate.

Payment is possible via parking meter or app:

• PayByPhone,
• Flowbird,
• Whoosh!.

For an appointment or an errand:

• Parking Ralliement,
• Parking Fleur d'Eau,
• Parking Saint-Eloi,
• Parking Bressigny,
• Or a Zenpark if you wish to book by the hour.

To visit the Château d'Angers:

• Parking Leclerc,
• Parking Ligny (on foot via the bridge),
• Parking Saint-Laud.

For Terra Botanica:

• Use P+R Terra Botanica then reach the park on foot or by tram.

During the holidays, the centre is more accessible, but the surroundings of the castle, the historic centre and Terra Botanica remain very busy. To avoid difficulties:

• Use the park-and-ride car parks,
• Book your parking via Zenpark,
• Aim for the Saint-Serge, Haras or Ligny car parks, with more availability,
• Arrive early near tourist sites.

With Zenpark, you can book a space in a private hotel or residential car park at a reduced price. An ideal solution to avoid saturated city centre car parks and benefit from attractive rates.

The Zenpark advantages:

• Instant booking,
• Rates up to 70 percent cheaper than public car parks,
• Wide choice of car parks in the city centre and near the station,
• One-click access via smartphone,
• Long-term options available.

Book your parking space in Angers with Zenpark now and fully enjoy your visit to the capital of Anjou, calmly and without wasting time.