Road Genius compares RV rentals across the Netherlands and the wider EU so international travelers can choose the best vehicle for their route. Most people pick up vans at Amsterdam Schiphol, Rotterdam or Eindhoven airports and then explore the North Sea coast, the Veluwe forests and the Frisian lakes. Weather changes quickly over the flat land, so plan both outdoor and indoor stops.
Period | Avg High °C│°F | Good time? |
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Spring (Mar–May) | 12 °C│54 °F | Yes – flowers and light rain |
Summer (Jun–Aug) | 21 °C│70 °F | Yes – peak season, book early |
Autumn (Sep–Nov) | 15 °C│59 °F | Yes – fewer crowds, more rain |
Winter (Dec–Feb) | 6 °C│43 °F | Mixed – many sites closed |
Motorway speed limits are 100 km/h (62 mph) during the day and 120–130 km/h (75–81 mph) after 19:00. Check roadside signs for exact limits.
In towns the limit is 50 km/h (31 mph) and 30 km/h (19 mph) in many residential areas.
Many cities have a milieuzone (low-emission zone). Older diesel vans below Euro 3 standard receive automatic fines.
The Western Scheldt Tunnel is the only toll road. Pay by card or cash at the booth.
Parking a campervan on the street overnight is often limited to 21:00–09:00 and forbidden in historic centers. Use a signed "camperplaats" (campervan parking area).
Fuel stations sell diesel and gasoline. LPG (shown as 'Autogas') is common but not available everywhere.
Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
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Camping De Lakens, Bloemendaal aan Zee | Full | Dune setting, beach access, spa | Reserve 6 months ahead in summer |
Natuurkampeerterrein 't Veen (Drenthe) | Water+Electric | Quiet forest, walking trails | Requires Natuurkampeerkaart membership |
Camperpark Kinderdijk (near Rotterdam) | Water+Electric | Walk to windmills, paved pitches | Max vehicle 9 m, 72 h stay |
Town-run Camperplaats Free Spots | None | Central location, often free for 24 h | No services, space for 2–4 vans |
Staatsbosbeheer Nature Camp, Veluwe | Water | Wildlife watching, large pitches | No gray-water dump |
Marina Overnight Berth, Friesland | Water+Electric | Lakeside, boat rentals | No black-water station |
Coastal storms can bring wind gusts over 80 km/h (50 mph) in autumn. Pull in awnings during storms.
Some canal bridges in historic towns are lower than 3.0 m (9 ft 10 in). Follow detours marked for high vehicles.
The emergency number for police, fire and ambulance is 112.
In winter road salt keeps main roads clear but side roads may freeze. Carry -20 °C windshield wash fluid.