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Motorhome hire in Fürth

Campervans and motorhomes for the lakes, the Steigerwald and the Upper Main

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  • 1 rental partner and 1 branch
  • Rent Easy branch in Langenzenn, to the west
  • Nuremberg 7 km as the crow flies
  • Pleasant climate from May to September
  • Terminus of Germany's first railway, in 1835

Motorhome hire in Fürth starts your trip from a Franconian town that stays off the main tourist circuits, even though it borders Nuremberg. Spared by wartime bombing, its old town lines whole streets with Baroque and Neoclassical façades, at the confluence of the Pegnitz and the Rednitz, which join here to form the Regnitz. To the south lie the Franconian lakes, to the west the carp ponds of the Aischgrund and the forests of the Steigerwald, to the north the road to Bamberg and the Upper Main.

1 rental partner and 1 branch: Rent Easy, which hands over its vehicles in Langenzenn, west of the town.

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Where to pick up your vehicle Fürth?

Rent Easy Rental company category:Premium

  • Rent Easy Fürth c/o Weigl Nutzfahrzeug Service GmbH
    7, Mühlesteig, Langenzenn 90579
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Road trip ideas

Road trips from Fürth

1 The Franconian lakes and Roman Weißenburg 3 to 4 days about 200 km
  1. Fürth
  2. Schwabach
  3. Roth
  4. Spalt
  5. Großer Brombachsee
  6. Altmühlsee
  7. Weißenburg
  8. Ellingen
  9. Fürth

Heading south, Schwabach, the town of the gold beaters, and Roth, with its Ratibor palace, lead to the hop country around Spalt. The Großer Brombachsee, the largest of the Franconian lakes, and the Altmühlsee, with its bird reserve near Gunzenhausen, are made for swimming, sailing and cycling. Weißenburg then shows off its Roman baths and the reconstructed gate of its fort, below the Wülzburg fortress, before the Baroque palace of the Teutonic Knights in Ellingen.

Distance
about 200 km
Recommended vehicle
All types of motorhomes
2 From Bamberg to Bayreuth via the Upper Main 4 to 5 days about 300 km
  1. Fürth
  2. Bamberg
  3. Vierzehnheiligen
  4. Banz Abbey
  5. Coburg
  6. Kronach
  7. Kulmbach
  8. Bayreuth
  9. Fürth

The Regnitz, born in Fürth, leads north to Bamberg: taste the smoked beer poured from an oak barrel at the Schlenkerla tavern, opposite the old town hall built in the middle of the river. Further up the Main, the basilica of Vierzehnheiligen faces Banz Abbey. Then come the Veste Coburg, the fortress of Kronach, birthplace of Lucas Cranach, the Plassenburg in Kulmbach and the Margravial Opera House in Bayreuth.

Distance
about 300 km
Recommended vehicle
Campervan or low-profile motorhome
3 Aischgrund and Steigerwald, close to the branch 2 to 3 days about 170 km
  1. Fürth
  2. Cadolzburg
  3. Langenzenn
  4. Neustadt an der Aisch
  5. Höchstadt an der Aisch
  6. Ebrach
  7. Herzogenaurach
  8. Fürth

The Hohenzollern castle of Cadolzburg, then the Gothic cloister of Langenzenn, open a quiet loop to the west. Around Neustadt an der Aisch and Höchstadt, hundreds of ponds raise Aischgrund carp, served fried from September to April. In the Steigerwald, the Cistercian abbey church of Ebrach comes before a walkway that runs through the beech treetops. The way back passes Herzogenaurach, where the Dassler brothers founded Adidas and Puma.

Distance
about 170 km
Recommended vehicle
Campervan or van conversion
Weather and seasons

When to go Fürth?

Best time

May to September

May to September
highs 19 to 25 °C, lows 8 to 14 °C

The ideal season around Fürth: long days, water in the Franconian lakes warm enough for swimming in high summer and beer gardens open. July and August are, however, the wettest months, with late-afternoon thunderstorms, and the Bavarian school holidays fill the lakeside campsites.

March, April and October

March to April, October
highs 11 to 15 °C, lows 1 to 7 °C

Cool but often bright months, with nights close to freezing in March. In early October, the Michaelmas Kirchweih fills the streets of central Fürth with rides and stalls, and carp season is in full swing in the Aischgrund: good reasons to travel off season.

Winter

November to February

November to February
highs 4 to 8 °C, lows -1 to 2 °C

The Franconian winter is grey, cold and short on sunshine, with frequent frosts. During Advent, Fürth holds its own Christmas market, more intimate than its neighbour's, and the country breweries stay open: a well-heated vehicle and a year-round campsite are all you need to enjoy it.

Climate Fürth, month by month

Most pleasant months: May to September.

Month High Low Rain Sun
Jan 4 °C -1 °C 69 mm 4 h/day
Feb 7 °C -1 °C 57 mm 6 h/day
Mar 11 °C 1 °C 51 mm 8 h/day
Apr 15 °C 4 °C 44 mm 10 h/day
May 19 °C 8 °C 70 mm 11 h/day
Jun 24 °C 13 °C 65 mm 12 h/day
Jul 25 °C 14 °C 79 mm 12 h/day
Aug 25 °C 14 °C 78 mm 11 h/day
Sep 21 °C 11 °C 63 mm 9 h/day
Oct 15 °C 7 °C 64 mm 7 h/day
Nov 8 °C 2 °C 55 mm 4 h/day
Dec 5 °C -0 °C 69 mm 3 h/day

Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).

Practical tips

Everything to know before hitting the road

A departure away from the traffic jams

The Langenzenn branch lies in the Zenn valley, west of the urban area, so you avoid crossing Nuremberg and its expressways, congested at rush hour. The nearby B8 heads for Neustadt an der Aisch and Würzburg, and you can join the A3 or A73 to go north or south.

Fürth on foot, Nuremberg by metro

Fürth's old town is best explored on foot, from the Gustavstraße and its taverns to the town hall, whose tower is modelled on the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. Leave the motorhome outside the centre: metro line U1 links Fürth to the heart of Nuremberg in under half an hour, with no parking to look for.

The Kirchweih in early October

Around Michaelmas, in late September and early October, the Fürth Kirchweih takes over the central streets for about twelve days with rides, stalls and a parade: it is one of the largest street fairs in Bavaria. Driving and parking in town become difficult, so enjoy it on foot.

Nights by the lakes

Wild camping is prohibited in Bavaria, and some car parks along the shores of the Brombachsee and the Altmühlsee may ban motorhomes overnight: follow the signs. Campsites and motorhome areas around the lakes are plentiful but in high demand on summer weekends; elsewhere, a single night's rest in a car park is generally tolerated.

What travellers ask

Your questions about a road trip Fürth

Where do I pick up a motorhome in Fürth?

Rent Easy hands over its vehicles in Langenzenn, a small town about fifteen kilometres west of central Fürth, at Mühlesteig 7, at the commercial vehicle specialist Weigl. The appointment time is in your booking confirmation; let the branch know if your train or flight is delayed.

How much does it cost to hire a motorhome in Fürth?

The price varies with the season, the length of hire and the size of the vehicle: a van for two does not cost the same as a family motorhome, and summer around the Franconian lakes is the busiest period. Search with your dates to compare real offers, mandatory fees included, bookable immediately.

How do I get to the branch from the airport or the station?

Nuremberg airport is about half an hour's drive from Langenzenn: a taxi is easiest with luggage. By train, the regional line through the Zenn valley leaves from Fürth central station, itself served by long-distance trains; then check the route to Mühlesteig.

Can I do a one-way trip from Fürth?

Yes, our rental companies also depart from Nuremberg, Ansbach, Würzburg, Regensburg, Wertheim and Günzburg. You can end your trip on the Danube in Regensburg or on the banks of the Main in Würzburg. Any one-way fees are included in the displayed price as soon as you choose a different return city.

What should I see in Fürth before hitting the road?

The Jewish Museum of Franconia, in a house on Königstraße, tells the story of the community that earned Fürth the nickname of the “Franconian Jerusalem”, birthplace of Henry Kissinger. The Radio Museum occupies the former Grundig headquarters. At the Nuremberg Transport Museum, a replica of the Adler locomotive recalls Germany's first train, which linked Nuremberg and Fürth from 1835.

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Motorhome hire in Fürth

Which licence do I need for a motorhome hired in Fürth?

A European category B licence covers vans, campervans and motorhomes up to 3.5 tonnes, which is the vast majority of rental vehicles. With a licence issued outside the European Union, bring an international driving permit or an official translation. The minimum age and licence history required by Rent Easy are given in the offer conditions.

Are German roads tolled for motorhomes?

No: motorways and federal roads are free for motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes, as the German toll only applies to goods vehicles. If you continue to Austria or the Czech Republic, buy that country's vignette before the border. For low-emission zones, check the rules in force.

Where can I stay overnight in a motorhome around Fürth?

To visit Fürth and Nuremberg, the most practical choice is a campsite in the urban area with a metro connection. To the south, the Franconian lakes have many waterside campsites; to the north and west, many villages, breweries and estates welcome motorhomes on dedicated pitches, sometimes for a single night.

Do I need winter tyres when leaving from Fürth?

German law requires winter tyres, marked with the mountain symbol, whenever the road is snowy, icy or frosty. Around Fürth, these conditions occur mainly from December to February, and more often on the heights of the Steigerwald or the Upper Main. Ask the rental company what equipment is provided for a winter departure.

Can you swim in the Franconian lakes?

Yes, these reservoirs, built to supply northern Bavaria with water, are now swimming spots, with supervised beaches, marinas and cycle paths all around. The water becomes pleasant in July and August. The larger Brombachsee is suited to sailing; the shallow Altmühlsee is ideal for families.

About us

Why start a motorhome trip from Fürth

Fürth lives in Nuremberg's shadow, and that is its charm: an intact old town, a distinctive Jewish and industrial history, the pace of a small town. For motorhome travellers, its main advantage is its location, west of the urban area, between three very different Franconias: the lakes and Roman remains to the south, the ponds and forests of the Aischgrund and Steigerwald to the west, and the cathedrals, fortresses and breweries of the Upper Main to the north.

Rent Easy offers its vehicles from Langenzenn, and Nuremberg, Ansbach, Würzburg and Regensburg, other departure cities of our rental companies, let you return the vehicle elsewhere. The continental climate keeps the best conditions for May to September, but the October Kirchweih and winter carp give reasons to come off season.

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