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Road Genius compares campervan rental deals across many suppliers so travellers can easily find the right van and price. Hannover in Lower Saxony is a central gateway for touring northern Germany, with fast Autobahn links to Hamburg, Berlin and the Harz mountains. International arrivals usually start at Hannover Hauptbahnhof (main train station) or Hannover Airport; both have rental depots nearby.
| Season | Avg high °C | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | 10–19 °C | Yes, but nights can be cold |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | 22–25 °C | Best weather, busiest period |
| Autumn (Sep–Nov) | 9–18 °C | Good in Sep, wetter later |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | 2–5 °C | Limited sites open, Christmas markets |
You need a green emissions sticker (Umweltplakette) to enter the low-emission zone inside the Mittlerer Ring.
Many Autobahn sections near Munich have a 130 km/h (80 mph) recommended speed limit. Watch for posted limits of 120 km/h or lower.
Motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes must keep to the right lane and may have lower speed limits.
Most city car parks have a 2 m (6 ft 7 in) height limit. Use Park-and-Ride lots such as Fröttmaning for tall vehicles.
Germany has no tolls for light vehicles, but Austria's A8 highway requires a "Vignette" sticker if you cross the border.
Winter tyres are required in snow and ice conditions. Carry snow chains for Alpine mountain passes.
LPG (Autogas) is widely available. Petrol stations use the German bayonet connector, so bring an adapter if your tank uses a different system.
Overnight street parking for campers is restricted. Many areas ban vehicles over 2.8 m or parking between 22:00–06:00.
| Place | Hook-ups | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping München-Thalkirchen | Water+Electric | 10 min walk to U-Bahn, open all year, bookable online | Crowded in summer, limited large vehicle sites |
| Wohnmobil Stellplatz Allianz Arena (P+R) | None | 150+ spaces, 24 h ticket machine, direct metro to city | No shade, no toilets, max stay 48 h |
| Campingplatz Nord-West (Obermenzing) | Full | Quiet suburb by river, bus stop at gate | Closed mid-Nov to Feb, book early for vehicles over 7 m |
| Camping Ampersee (Allach) | Water+Electric | Lakeside swimming, cycle path to city | Limited spaces, soft ground after rain |
| Autobahn rest areas | None | Free, legal one-night rest when tired | No services, must leave after 24 h |
Oktoberfest (mid-Sep to early Oct) doubles traffic. Expect road closures and book campsites months ahead.
Bavaria enforces quiet hours 22:00–07:00. Generators or loud music can result in a fine.
Call 112 for police, fire or ambulance anywhere in Germany.
Winter fog and black ice often form along the Isar River before sunrise. Drive slowly and use fog lights.
Police may check passports and vehicle registration at campsite check-in. Have documents ready.
In heat waves the city may issue Grillverbot (barbecue ban) in parks and campgrounds due to fire risk.
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