Road Genius compares campervan and motorhome rentals across Germany, helping you pick the size and supplier that fit your trip. Berlin, Hamburg, Frankfurt and Munich are the main pick-up hubs and connect easily to Bavaria, the Rhine Valley or the Baltic Coast. Germany's dense network of "Stellplätze" (dedicated RV parking areas) makes spontaneous stops possible almost all year.
Campervan rental costs in Germany depend on several factors such as camper size, age, features, booking duration, season, and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Daily rates typically range from €80 to €250. On average, you might expect to pay anywhere from €80 to €150 per day for a standard campervan. Luxury or larger models usually cost more, ranging from €150 to €250 per day. However, these prices could vary depending on the specifics of your rental.
Check current rates using our search tool for the most accurate pricing. Additionally, remember to consider extra costs such as fuel, campsite fees, and any add-ons like GPS or additional drivers.
Season | Avg high °F | °C | Good time? |
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Spring (Apr–May) | 55–66 | 13–19 | Often sunny, campsites reopen |
Summer (Jun–Aug) | 70–79 | 21–26 | Warmest, busy with tourists |
Autumn (Sep–Oct) | 57–66 | 14–19 | Wine festivals, mild weather |
Winter (Nov–Mar) | 34–46 | 1–8 | Christmas markets, many sites closed |
The general motorway speed recommendation is 130 km/h / 80 mph, but some Autobahn sections have no speed limit and others reduce to 80 km/h during roadworks.
Rural roads allow 100 km/h and town roads 50 km/h unless signs show otherwise.
An Umweltplakette (low-emission sticker) is required to enter many city centers. Order online or buy at TÜV/Dekra stations.
Use right-before-left priority at small urban intersections without traffic signs.
German law requires winter tires (M+S or snowflake symbol) when snow or ice is present.
Keep a reflective vest, warning triangle and first-aid kit in your vehicle. Police may check these items.
Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
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Camping München-Thalkirchen (Munich) | Water+Electric | Close to city center, river walks, accepts 8 m vehicles | Book weeks ahead in summer |
Burgstadt Camping Park (Moselle Valley) | Full | Vineyards, on-site restaurant, 12 m pitch length | Flood-risk after heavy rain |
TopPlatz Stellplatz network (nationwide) | Water+Electric | 300+ organized motorhome areas, pay by machine | No showers at many locations |
Forest "Wanderparkplatz" where overnight stays are allowed | None | Quiet, scenic, free | Only 1 night allowed, no facilities |
Autobahn Rest Area "Raststätte" | None | 24 h stay allowed, fuel and food nearby | Traffic noise, no hook-ups |
Most Autohof exits on the Autobahn have diesel, LPG, a fresh-water tap and a chemical toilet disposal station.
Municipal Stellplatz service columns (sign "Ver- und Entsorgung") provide coin-operated drinking water and gray/black-water disposal.
Friday between 15:00 and 19:00 is peak traffic time. Plan city exits earlier.
Wild camping is illegal, but you may rest in a vehicle for one night to recover driving ability. Avoid setting up chairs or awnings.
The nationwide emergency number is 112 for ambulance, fire and police.
Alpine roads display a round blue sign when snow chains become required. Fines apply if you proceed without fitting them.