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Hiring a campervan in Dortmund starts your trip in the east of the Ruhr, where the former city of coal, steel and beer opens onto the Westphalian countryside. To the south, the wooded valleys of the Sauerland begin half an hour's drive away; to the north lie the moated castles of the Münsterland; to the east, Soest and the Teutoburg Forest. 2 partner companies, Anywhere Campers and McRent, offer campervans, converted vans and motorhomes.
Anywhere Campers hands over its vehicles in Dortmund itself, McRent at its depot in the neighbouring town of Unna, on the eastern side of the conurbation.
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Dortmund
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €80/day median €98/day | from €94/day median €127/day | from €141/day median €172/day | from €84/day median €111/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €90/day median €174/day | from €105/day median €191/day | from €155/day median €218/day | from €96/day median €182/day |
| Large motorhome | from €100/day median €125/day | from €115/day median €143/day | from €166/day median €188/day | from €110/day median €132/day |
Daily prices observed on October 19, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 3 rental companies compared. 72% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,000.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Dortmund
1 The Lenne valley and the High Sauerland
- Dortmund
- Hohensyburg
- Hagen
- Altena
- Attendorn
- Schmallenberg
- Brilon
- Dortmund
South of Dortmund, the Ruhr widens into Lake Hengstey below the ruins of the Hohensyburg. You then reach the Hagen open-air museum, devoted to the trades of the past, and Altena castle perched above the Lenne. After the Atta cave in Attendorn, the road climbs to Schmallenberg and its black-and-white half-timbered houses, before coming back down via Brilon. A camper van gets through these narrow valleys more easily.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 Soest, Paderborn and the Teutoburg Forest
- Dortmund
- Unna
- Soest
- Paderborn
- Externsteine
- Detmold
- Lemgo
- Dortmund
Heading east, the old Hellweg trade route links Unna to Soest, a town of green sandstone with Romanesque churches. Paderborn and its cathedral come before the Externsteine, carved rocks of the Teutoburg Forest, then the Hermann monument overlooking Detmold. The way back goes through Lemgo, a former Hanseatic town with Renaissance façades. Wide roads and plenty of motorhome areas: a comfortable loop even in a large motorhome.
- Distance
- about 290 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Low-profile or large motorhome
3 Canals and moated castles of the Münsterland
- Dortmund
- Waltrop
- Cappenberg
- Nordkirchen
- Münster
- Warendorf
- Dortmund
To the north, the Henrichenburg boat lift in Waltrop recalls the role of the canals in Dortmund's industrial growth. Cappenberg castle and the baroque palace of Nordkirchen, surrounded by moats, open up the Münsterland, a flat land of farms and cycle paths. Münster, with its arcades and cathedral, is the northernmost point, before returning via Warendorf, Germany's horse capital.
- Distance
- about 200 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Dortmund?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 19 to 23 °C, lows 9 to 14 °C
The best months to leave from Dortmund: long days, Sauerland campsites open and Münsterland roads pleasant for cycling. September stays mild, with fewer people by the reservoirs than in midsummer and the first autumn colours in the beech forests.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 23 to 24 °C, lows 15 °C
High summer brings the warmest days, but rain remains regular in Westphalia, often as thunderstorms. North Rhine-Westphalia's school holidays then fill the campsites by the Sauerland lakes: book your pitches as well as your vehicle.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 11 to 15 °C, lows 3 to 9 °C
A shoulder season with cool nights, when a heated vehicle is welcome. April brings blossom to the Münsterland orchards; October turns the Sauerland and Teutoburg forests golden. Some campsites only reopen at Easter: check their opening dates before you leave.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 6 to 10 °C, lows 1 to 4 °C
Winter is grey and damp, with little sunshine, but Dortmund's Christmas market and its huge tree set up on Hansaplatz draw the crowds. The High Sauerland resorts around Winterberg then welcome skiers: winter tyres are compulsory in Germany in snowy or icy conditions.
Climate in Dortmund, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 °C | 1 °C | 96 mm | 3 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 2 °C | 83 mm | 5 h/day |
| Mar | 11 °C | 3 °C | 68 mm | 7 h/day |
| Apr | 14 °C | 5 °C | 64 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 19 °C | 9 °C | 65 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 23 °C | 14 °C | 78 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 23 °C | 15 °C | 79 mm | 11 h/day |
| Aug | 24 °C | 15 °C | 72 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 20 °C | 12 °C | 72 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 15 °C | 9 °C | 77 mm | 6 h/day |
| Nov | 10 °C | 4 °C | 72 mm | 4 h/day |
| Dec | 7 °C | 3 °C | 88 mm | 3 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Reaching the Unna depot by train
The McRent depot is at 16 Provinzialstrasse in Unna, not in Dortmund itself. Unna is linked to Dortmund central station by S-Bahn and regional trains; a taxi covers the last stretch. Check the appointment time in your confirmation, as well as the Anywhere Campers handover point.
Match days at the Westfalenstadion
On Borussia Dortmund match days, crowds head for the stadium and the Westfalenhallen, south of the centre: the B1, already busy at rush hour, is gridlocked for several hours. Check the club's fixtures before setting the pick-up or return time of your vehicle.
Disrupted A45 towards the Sauerland
The A45, the direct motorway from Dortmund to the Sauerland and Frankfurt, was cut near Lüdenscheid after the closure and then demolition of the Rahmede viaduct in 2023. Check on the progress of the works and the diversions; for Altena and the Lenne valley, the road via Hagen is more scenic anyway.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Dortmund
Where can I pick up a campervan in Dortmund?
Two partner companies welcome you: Anywhere Campers, whose handover point is in Dortmund, and McRent, whose depot is in the neighbouring town of Unna, at 16 Provinzialstrasse. The exact place and time of the appointment are in your booking confirmation: let the company know if your train or flight is delayed.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Dortmund?
Our searches in October 2026, for 15-day rentals, found prices from €80 per day, mandatory fees included, for a campervan in January. In July, expect from €141 per day for a campervan and from €155 for a low-profile motorhome; a large motorhome starts at €100 in winter. Run a search with your dates to get the real prices.
Which vehicles can I hire in Dortmund?
The offers observed range from the Adventurer Ultimate 4x4 van, sleeping two, to the Adria Matrix M670SL motorhome with five seats and five berths, with manual or automatic gearbox. There is also the Carado T-447 low-profile motorhome sleeping four, the Adventurer vans in Series, Advanced and Extreme versions, and several categories from Comfort Standard to Compact Luxury.
Can I return the vehicle in another city?
It is possible if the rental company agrees: Essen, Heiligenhaus, Mettmann, Nottuln, Münster and Düsseldorf are also departure cities of our partners, all less than 60 km away as the crow flies. Enter the return city when you search: any one-way fees are then included in the displayed price.
What should I see in Dortmund before hitting the road?
The German Football Museum, opposite the central station, and the Dortmunder U tower, a former brewery turned arts centre, can be visited on foot. Industrial heritage lovers will head to the Zollern colliery and its Art Nouveau machine hall, or to the Hansa coking plant; Lake Phoenix, dug on the site of a former steelworks, is perfect for a last stroll.
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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!
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Germany · Apr 2024
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Germany · Jul 2023
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Dortmund
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Germany?
A category B licence is enough for campervans, converted vans and motorhomes up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers most vehicles hired in Dortmund. A licence issued outside the European Union may require an official translation or an international driving permit. The minimum age and years of driving vary by company: they are shown in the conditions of each offer.
Do I need a vignette to drive in the Ruhr?
German motorways are free for motorhomes, with no vignette or toll. However, several Ruhr cities have set up a low-emission zone (Umweltzone), open only to vehicles displaying the green sticker. Vehicles hired in Germany normally have one: check it at pick-up and find out about the rules in force in the towns you drive through.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome around Dortmund?
Motorhome areas, called Stellplätze, are plentiful by the Sauerland reservoirs and in the villages of the Münsterland, sometimes on farms. Near the city, the campsites of the Ruhr valley are quieter than the street. One night's rest in an authorised car park is tolerated in Germany; setting out a table and chairs is not.
Is mileage unlimited?
In our October 2026 searches, 72% of the offers observed from Dortmund included unlimited mileage. The others set a mileage allowance, with a charge beyond it: it is often enough for a Sauerland loop, but check it before a long trip to the Baltic or the Alps.
What excess should I expect?
The median excess of the offers observed in Dortmund in October 2026 is €2,000. This is the amount that may remain payable by you in case of damage, usually blocked on a credit card at pick-up. Options can often reduce it: compare them in the details of each offer, especially before tackling the narrow roads of the Sauerland.
Which airport should I choose to reach Dortmund?
Dortmund Airport, east of the city, mainly receives European flights and is on the same side as the Unna depot. For long-haul flights, Düsseldorf Airport is linked to Dortmund by direct trains in under an hour; Cologne Bonn Airport is a little further away. Let the rental company know your arrival time.
When should I book a campervan in Dortmund?
For July and August, book several months ahead: with only two rental companies in town, the choice shrinks quickly during the German school holidays, especially for campervans. In spring and autumn, a few weeks are often enough, and prices are noticeably gentler than in midsummer.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Dortmund
Dortmund is the eastern gateway to the Ruhr: in less than an hour, you leave the pithead frames and canals behind for the forests of the Sauerland, the moated castles of the Münsterland or the rocks of the Teutoburg Forest. At the crossroads of the A1, A2, A44 and A45 motorways, the city also lets you head for the North Sea as well as southern Germany.
Two partner companies, Anywhere Campers in Dortmund and McRent in Unna, offer 4x4 vans as well as family motorhomes, with prices observed from €80 per day in October 2026. Essen, Münster and Düsseldorf, other departure cities of our partners, widen the choice, and the climate from May to September is ideal for long days outdoors.