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Apollo Motorhome HolidaysSegeberger Chaussee 229, 22851 Norderstedt
The rental company
Apollo in Germany: a small network between the Baltic and the Black Forest
Apollo is a recreational vehicle rental brand founded in Australia and part of the thl group (Tourism Holdings), which also owns Maui and Britz. In Germany, it operates on a modest scale: one depot in Norderstedt, on the northern edge of Hamburg, and a second in Lörrach, in Baden-Württemberg, a few kilometres from Basel and the French border.
The German range has eight models. On the van side, the Duo, the Saver 2 and the Explorer offer two to four berths. The Duo Plus, Saver 4 and Traveller Plus low-profiles add space, while the Traveller and Voyager overcabs go up to six places. All the listed models have a manual gearbox.
CoolDrive has not yet observed any Apollo offer in Germany: mileage, excess and security deposit should therefore be checked in each offer. The rental company advertises assistance available 24/7 and extras such as GPS, child seats, bed linen and camping equipment.
Our view: two well-placed departure points, one towards Denmark and Scandinavia, the other towards the Black Forest, Alsace and Switzerland, and a range that runs from a van for two to a family overcab. On the downside, a very small network, no automatic gearbox and conditions not yet in our observations.
Rental company profile
Apollo in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether Apollo suits your trip.
General information
- Brand
- Apollo · founded in Australia
- Group
- thl (Tourism Holdings) · also owner of Maui and Britz
- Vans
- Duo, Saver 2, Explorer · 2 or 4 berths
- Low-profiles
- Duo Plus, Saver 4, Traveller Plus · 2 or 4 berths
- Overcabs
- Traveller, Voyager · up to 6 berths with the Voyager
- Official website
- apollorv.com
Rental conditions
- Gearbox
- Manual · on all eight models listed in Germany
- Mileage
- Specified in each offer · no offer observed by CoolDrive in October 2026
- Excess and security deposit
- Specified in each offer · amounts vary by model
- Age and licence
- Shown in the offer conditions · to check before booking
- Crossing borders
- According to the rental company's conditions · to check for Switzerland and Scandinavia
Insurance and extras
- Extras
- GPS, child seats, bed linen, camping equipment · advertised by the rental company, to add to the booking
- Assistance
- 24/7 · advertised by the rental company
Network and availability
- Hamburg
- Norderstedt · Segeberger Chaussee, north of the city
- Lörrach
- Baden-Württemberg · near Basel; exact address given when booking
- Apollo elsewhere
- Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, United Kingdom
Branches
Apollo branches in Germany
Lorrach
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Apollo Motorhome Holidaystba, Lörrach
Network
Apollo also operates in 4 other countries
Comparison
Apollo compared with other rental companies in Germany
Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.
| Rental company | Vehicles | Mileage | Best for |
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Apollo
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Vans, low-profiles and overcabs (Duo, Saver, Explorer, Traveller, Voyager) | Not observed, specified in each offer | Hamburg and Lörrach, manual gearbox |
McRent
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Full range from van to A-class (Urban, Compact, Family, Comfort) | Unlimited in 100% of the offers observed | Large network, 41 cities |
Anywhere Campers
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Carado, Adria Matrix and Sunlight low-profiles and overcabs, plus vans | Unlimited in 100% of the offers observed | Manual or automatic gearbox, 24 cities |
Rent Easy
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Vans, overcabs and low-profiles from the City, Active, Family and Exclusive ranges | Limited in the offers observed | Family range, 25 cities |
CrossRent
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Panel vans and compact low-profiles, including 4x4s (Explorer, Adventurer, Voyager) | Limited in the offers observed | Easy-to-handle vans and 4x4s, 23 cities |
Our view
Apollo: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
Apollo is ideal if…
- You are setting off from Hamburg towards Denmark, Sweden or the Baltic coast
- You are heading for the Black Forest, Lake Constance or Alsace from Lörrach
- You are comfortable driving a manual gearbox
- You are travelling as a family: the Voyager overcab offers six berths
- You have already hired from Apollo in Australia or New Zealand and like the brand
Apollo is not ideal if…
- You only drive automatics
- You want to set off from Munich, Berlin, Frankfurt or Cologne
- You are looking for a large A-class: the range stops at the overcab
- You need a one-way hire between Hamburg and Lörrach without having checked it in the search
Practical tips
Our tips for booking with Apollo
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Choose the depot according to your itinerary
Norderstedt, north of Hamburg, puts Schleswig-Holstein, the Baltic islands and the road to Denmark within easy reach. Lörrach, by contrast, opens onto the Black Forest, the Rhine valley, Alsace and Switzerland. With only two depots, it is best to build your trip around one of them.
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Tell Saver, Duo and Traveller apart
The names come back in a van version and a more spacious version: the Duo is a van for two, the Duo Plus a low-profile; the Traveller exists as an overcab and as a low-profile (Traveller Plus). Check the category and number of berths in the model description before choosing.
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Read the border-crossing conditions
From Lörrach, Switzerland is a few minutes away, and from Hamburg Scandinavia follows quickly. Switzerland is not a member of the European Union and each rental company sets its own list of authorised countries: check it in the offer. A vignette is compulsory for driving on Swiss motorways.
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Book early for summer
With two depots and eight models, the number of vehicles available remains limited. For July and August, or for a specific model such as the six-seat overcab, book several months in advance and keep a fallback date.
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Walk round the vehicle at departure
During the key handover, note any dents on the departure form, test the heating, water and gas, and check the kitchen inventory. Before hitting the road, save the assistance number given by Apollo in your phone.
What travellers ask
Your questions about Apollo
Where are Apollo's depots in Germany?
Apollo has two German depots. The first is in Norderstedt, on Segeberger Chaussee, north of Hamburg. The second is in Lörrach, in the far south-west of the country, very close to Basel. The address and vehicle handover times are given in the offer and then on your booking voucher.
What vehicles does Apollo offer in Germany?
Eight models are listed: three vans (Duo, Saver 2, Explorer), three low-profiles (Duo Plus, Saver 4, Traveller Plus) and two overcabs (Traveller, Voyager). The number of berths ranges from two to six depending on the model, and all have a manual gearbox. Availability varies by depot and season.
Is mileage unlimited with Apollo in Germany?
CoolDrive has not yet observed any Apollo offer in Germany, so we cannot confirm it. The mileage allowance, like the excess and security deposit, is shown in each offer. For a long tour towards Scandinavia or the Alps, check this point before booking and compare it with the other rental companies displayed in the search.
What itinerary can I take with an Apollo motorhome in Germany?
From Hamburg, the Baltic coast, the island of Rügen or a loop through Denmark to Copenhagen are well suited to a motorhome. From Lörrach, the Black Forest, Lake Constance, the Alsace Wine Route and the Swiss lakes are close by. Check the authorised countries in the offer before crossing a border.
How much does an Apollo hire cost in Germany?
We do not yet have any observed Apollo prices in Germany. The price varies with the model chosen, the period and the length of the trip. Run a CoolDrive search with your dates and departure city: each result shows the total price, mandatory fees included, alongside offers from the country's other rental companies.
Verified customer reviews
They rented with Apollo
4.3
818 reviews
Very professional. Comfortable vehicle suited to our needs.
(anonymous)
Germany · Aug 2019
Avis Vérifiés
Quick and professional support from your operator - Marléne. We leave a message on the answering machine, and we get a call back at the scheduled time and date. The exchanges and responses are clear.
F.
Germany · Apr 2024
Trustpilot
This is our first rental of a modified vehicle, Marléne was very attentive to answer all our questions in preparing for our trip. The follow-up on the file went very well, we can't wait to start our journey. Thank you!
M.
Germany · Apr 2024
Trustpilot
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Apollo motorhome hire in Germany
Why book Apollo with CoolDrive?
CoolDrive puts Apollo vehicles in the same list as those of other German rental companies, with a price that already includes mandatory fees. Mileage, excess and options can be read in each offer before paying. Our experts guide you between Hamburg and Lörrach and between the models, and the packs offered by CoolDrive round off the booking.
Does Apollo offer automatic motorhomes in Germany?
No, not in the listed range: the eight Apollo models offered in Germany have a manual gearbox. If you only drive automatics, filter the search on this criterion: other rental companies in the country, such as Anywhere Campers, offer them in their observed offers. Also remember to check the transmission in the details of each offer.
Can I go to Switzerland or Scandinavia with an Apollo motorhome?
The authorised countries are set by the rental company and appear in the offer conditions: read them before planning your itinerary. Switzerland, Lörrach's neighbour, is not part of the European Union and requires a motorway vignette. For Denmark, Sweden or Norway from Hamburg, also allow for toll bridges and ferries.
Can I return the vehicle to the other Apollo depot?
There is no guarantee that a one-way hire between Hamburg and Lörrach is possible. To find out, enter a different return city when searching: only compatible offers will appear, with any fees. Otherwise, plan a loop that brings you back to the departure depot, which remains the simplest option.
What extras can I add to an Apollo hire?
The rental company advertises several extras: GPS, child seats, bed linen or camping equipment. The exact list and prices depend on the depot and appear in the offer. Add them when booking so that they are ready on the day of departure, rather than asking for them at the counter.
What should I do if there is a problem on the road?
Apollo advertises assistance available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Keep its number to hand and contact it before any repair, so that the costs are covered according to the offer conditions. Take photos of the problem and keep the receipts. Our CoolDrive experts can also help you reach the rental company.
About us
Hire an Apollo motorhome in Germany with CoolDrive Nomad
Apollo, a brand born in Australia and now part of the thl group, offers a short but varied range in Germany: Duo, Saver 2 and Explorer vans, Duo Plus, Saver 4 and Traveller Plus low-profiles, Traveller and Voyager overcabs, from two to six berths, all with manual gearboxes. Its two depots frame the country: Norderstedt, on the outskirts of Hamburg, for heading to the Baltic and Scandinavia, and Lörrach, a stone's throw from Switzerland and Alsace, for the Black Forest and the Alps.
On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare Apollo with McRent, Anywhere Campers, Rent Easy or CrossRent in a single search, with a total price including mandatory fees. Each offer specifies the mileage, excess and security deposit. Our experts help you choose the model, the depot and the extras, and your booking comes with the packs offered by CoolDrive.
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