Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
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Anywhere Campers HambourgHambourgView map
Hiring a campervan in Hamburg means setting off from the great port on the Elbe towards two seas at once: the North Sea, the island of Sylt and the Wadden Sea to the west, the Baltic Sea, Lübeck and the island of Rügen to the east. The Lüneburg Heath begins south of the city, and the Danish border is about two hours' drive away. With 7 partner companies, including Apollo, McRent, Indie Campers, DRM and Rent Easy, Hamburg is a very well-equipped departure point in northern Germany.
Most depots are located in Schleswig-Holstein, on the northern outskirts, between Norderstedt and Elmshorn.
6 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Hamburg?
Apollo Rental company category:Standard
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Apollo Motorhome HolidaysSegeberger Chaussee 229, 22851 NorderstedtView map
CrossRent Rental company category:Standard
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CROSSRENT c/o Rent Easy Hamburg GmbHHamburger Strasse 170, 25337 ElmshornView map
DRM Rental company category:Standard
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Deutsche Reisemobil Vermietungs GmbHGutenbergstrasse 17, 24558 Henstedt-UlzburgView map
McRent Rental company category:Standard
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McRent Hamburg GmbHSegeberger Strasse 5, 23863 KayhudeView map
Rent Easy Rental company category:Premium
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Rent Easy Hamburg GmbHHamburger Straße 170, 25337 ElmshornView map
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Hamburg
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €80/day median €96/day | from €91/day median €118/day | from €130/day median €165/day | from €82/day median €98/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €90/day median €115/day | from €102/day median €136/day | from €158/day median €196/day | from €82/day median €115/day |
| Large motorhome | from €100/day median €126/day | from €112/day median €152/day | from €196/day median €227/day | from €106/day median €127/day |
Daily prices observed on October 19, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 4 rental companies compared. 47% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,000.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Hamburg
1 Lübeck, the Hanseatic towns and the island of Rügen
- Hamburg
- Lübeck
- Travemünde
- Wismar
- Rostock
- Stralsund
- Rügen
- Hamburg
Via the A1 motorway, Lübeck and its Holsten Gate are an hour away, with Travemünde beach right next door. The Baltic coast then leads to Wismar and Stralsund, whose brick old towns are World Heritage sites, and on to Rügen, Germany's largest island, linked to the mainland by a bridge. The chalk cliffs of Jasmund National Park and Cape Arkona round off the trip.
- Distance
- about 750 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 North Sea, Wadden Sea and Sylt
- Hamburg
- Sankt Peter-Ording
- Husum
- Niebüll
- Sylt
- Hamburg
To the west, the Eiderstedt peninsula leads to Sankt Peter-Ording, its huge beach and its buildings on stilts. Husum, a small port on the edge of the Wadden Sea National Park, is the starting point for guided walks across the mudflats at low tide. At Niebüll, the car train crosses the causeway to Sylt: check the vehicle height allowed and book in summer. A ferry also links the island to Rømø, in Denmark.
- Distance
- about 450 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
3 The Lüneburg Heath and half-timbered houses
- Hamburg
- Lüneburg
- Undeloh
- Wilsede
- Celle
- Hamburg
South of the Elbe, Lüneburg and its brick façades, built on the salt trade, open the road to the heath. Around Undeloh, the heather blooms purple from mid-August to mid-September; the car-free village of Wilsede is reached on foot, by bike or by horse-drawn carriage. The loop returns via Celle and its hundreds of half-timbered houses, or continues to Hanover, another departure city of our partners.
- Distance
- about 330 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Hamburg?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 18 to 23 °C, lows 9 to 13 °C
The best months to leave from Hamburg: long days, with up to twelve hours of sunshine a day in June, and coasts still quiet before the summer holidays. In September, the Baltic beaches empty while temperatures stay mild for walks along the cliffs and dykes.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 23 °C, lows 14 °C
Peak season on both coasts: Sylt, Sankt Peter-Ording and Rügen are very busy, and July is also the wettest month of the year. Book your vehicle, car train and pitches in advance, and keep an inland fallback plan for rainy days.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 10 to 15 °C, lows 2 to 9 °C
Cool, changeable months, with nights close to freezing in March and heavy rain in October. They suit trips to Lübeck, Lüneburg and the brick towns, which are quiet at this time; on the coast, choose a heated vehicle and campsites open all year.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 5 to 9 °C, lows 0 to 4 °C
Hamburg's winter is grey and short on light, with two to five hours of sunshine a day. The Christmas markets of Hamburg and Lübeck are still a draw in December; for the rest of the season, plan short stages between open campsites and a vehicle equipped for frost.
Climate in Hamburg, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to June, August to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
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| Jan | 5 °C | 0 °C | 76 mm | 3 h/day |
| Feb | 7 °C | 1 °C | 69 mm | 5 h/day |
| Mar | 10 °C | 2 °C | 51 mm | 7 h/day |
| Apr | 14 °C | 4 °C | 52 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 18 °C | 9 °C | 60 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 23 °C | 13 °C | 77 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 23 °C | 14 °C | 93 mm | 11 h/day |
| Aug | 23 °C | 14 °C | 63 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 20 °C | 12 °C | 57 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 15 °C | 9 °C | 80 mm | 6 h/day |
| Nov | 9 °C | 4 °C | 62 mm | 4 h/day |
| Dec | 6 °C | 2 °C | 68 mm | 2 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
The airport on the depots' side
Hamburg-Fuhlsbüttel airport is north of the city, on the same side as most depots: Norderstedt, Kayhude, Henstedt-Ulzburg and Elmshorn are about 15 to 30 km away. Agree on the handover time with the rental company; with luggage, a taxi is often easier than a regional train.
No low emission zone in Hamburg
Hamburg has no low emission zone (Umweltzone): no sticker is required to drive there. Other large German cities do have one; if your route goes through them, check that the vehicle has the green sticker (Umweltplakette), which motorhomes registered in Germany usually carry.
Crossing the Elbe by tunnel or ferry
Towards Hanover or Denmark, the A7 runs through Hamburg and under the Elbe via a tunnel that is often congested and regularly slowed by widening works. To reach Stade or Cuxhaven from Schleswig-Holstein, the Glückstadt to Wischhafen ferry takes motorhomes and avoids the city; check the traffic before setting off.
Visiting Hamburg without the motorhome
The streets of the Speicherstadt and the city centre are ill-suited to large vehicles. Park at a motorhome area or a park-and-ride, then take the metro and the public transport boats, which criss-cross the port from the Landungsbrücken with an ordinary ticket.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Hamburg
Where can I pick up a campervan in Hamburg?
The seven partner companies are spread over six addresses: Indie Campers east of Hamburg city centre, Anywhere Campers in Hamburg, Apollo in Norderstedt, DRM in Henstedt-Ulzburg, McRent in Kayhude, and CrossRent and Rent Easy at the same address in Elmshorn. These last four addresses are in Schleswig-Holstein, north of the city; the exact address is in your confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Hamburg?
Our searches in October 2026, across four rental companies and 196 offers, found prices from €80 per day, mandatory fees included. The gap between seasons is clear: a campervan starts from €80 per day in January, but from €130 in July. Run a search with your dates to get real prices you can book straight away.
Can I reach Denmark and Scandinavia from Hamburg?
Yes: the A7 reaches the Danish border after Flensburg, and the ferry from Puttgarden, on the island of Fehmarn, crosses to Rødby. Kiel and Travemünde, about an hour's drive away, have ferries to Sweden, Norway and Finland. Before booking, check that the rental company's insurance covers these countries and the sea crossings.
How long does it take to drive from Hamburg to Berlin?
About 290 km on the A24 motorway, roughly three hours' drive without traffic jams. Berlin deserves a stop of two or three days: park at a motorhome area on the outskirts and only enter the central low emission zone with the green sticker. On the way there or back, a detour via the Mecklenburg lakes makes a pleasant extension.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Hamburg with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
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
Very professional. Comfortable vehicle suited to our needs.
(anonymous)
Germany · Aug 2019
Avis Vérifiés
Efficient booking system. I had missed reminder emails to finalize my payment, and someone called me directly to notify me. Area for improvement: having information on the exact model we are going to rent, but this likely depends on the rental company and not on Cooldrive.
(anonymous)
Germany · Feb 2019
Avis Vérifiés
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Hamburg
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Germany?
A European category B licence is enough for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers campervans and most low-profile motorhomes. Some large A-class motorhomes exceed this weight and require a C1 licence. With a non-European licence, an international driving permit may be required; the minimum age and years of driving are shown in the offer conditions.
Are German motorways tolled?
No: German motorways are free for motorhomes and campervans, with no vignette or toll. On sections without a limit, 130 km/h is the recommended speed, and motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are limited to 100 km/h. Only a few structures are tolled, such as the Herrentunnel in Lübeck on the road to Travemünde or the Warnow Tunnel in Rostock.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in northern Germany?
The country has a very dense network of motorhome areas (Stellplätze), often run by towns, in Baltic ports as well as in heathland villages. One night in a public car park is generally tolerated to rest, unless locally prohibited, without putting out a table or awning. Wild camping is banned in national parks and on North Sea dykes.
Is mileage unlimited?
Not always: 47% of the offers found in our searches in Hamburg included unlimited mileage. The others include a mileage allowance, beyond which each extra kilometre is charged. For a long loop between Sylt, Rügen and Denmark, compare this point on each offer before booking.
What excess should I expect?
The median excess of the offers found in Hamburg is €2,000. This is the maximum amount you pay in case of damage, often blocked on a credit card at pick-up. Options often let you reduce it; their price and exclusions, such as the roof or tyres, are shown in the conditions of each offer.
When should I book a campervan in Hamburg?
Several months ahead for July and August, when the school holidays of the northern German states fill the campsites of the North Sea and the Baltic. For May, June and September, a few weeks are often enough. Campervans go first, as do large family motorhomes during the holidays.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Hamburg
Hamburg is the ideal starting point to discover northern Germany between two seas. Within a few hours' drive, you reach the dunes of Sylt and the Wadden Sea, the brick towns of the Hanseatic League, from Lübeck to Stralsund, and then the chalk cliffs of Rügen. The Lüneburg Heath offers a short getaway to the south, while Denmark and the ferries to Scandinavia extend the trip to the north.
Seven partner companies, from Active or Adventurer campervans to Adria Matrix motorhomes, offer their vehicles around the city, with prices observed from €80 per day in October 2026. Bremen, Hanover and Oldenburg, other departure cities of our partners, open the way to one-way trips. And with mild summers, Hamburg suits motorhome travel from May to September, without intense heat.