McRent Rental company category:Standard
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McRent Isny GmbHRauchstrasse 4, 88316 IsnyView map
Hiring a campervan in Isny im Allgäu means setting off from a small health resort with medieval walls, on the border between Württemberg and Bavaria, at the foot of the first Alpine ridges. The rolling meadows of the Allgäu, the valleys of the Oberallgäu, the eastern shore of Lake Constance and Austria's Bregenzerwald are all less than an hour away. Our partner McRent hands over its motorhomes and camper vans at its depot on Rauchstrasse.
Isny lies away from the main roads, but the A96 motorway between Lindau and Munich is about twenty minutes away via Leutkirch or Wangen: a quiet start, with no city traffic.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Isny?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Isny
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €80/day median €95/day | from €98/day median €114/day | from €115/day median €134/day | from €80/day median €96/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €90/day median €268/day | from €110/day median €285/day | from €126/day median €337/day | from €91/day median €276/day |
| Large motorhome | from €100/day median €125/day | from €120/day median €151/day | from €147/day median €181/day | from €106/day median €128/day |
Daily prices observed on October 23, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 2 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,000.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Isny
1 Oberallgäu: Nagelfluhkette, Oberstdorf and Oberjoch
- Isny
- Oberstaufen
- Immenstadt
- Oberstdorf
- Kleinwalsertal
- Bad Hindelang
- Oberjoch
- Kempten
- Isny
Via Oberstaufen and the Nagelfluhkette, a nature park shared with Austria, you reach Immenstadt and the Grosser Alpsee, then Oberstdorf, base for the Breitachklamm gorge and the Kleinwalsertal, an Austrian valley that can only be reached by road from Germany. The way back runs through Bad Hindelang, up the Jochstrasse to Oberjoch, then Kempten and its Roman remains. Hairpins and narrow trailhead car parks: a camper van or a small low-profile motorhome is more comfortable.
- Distance
- about 200 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 The eastern shore of Lake Constance and the Bregenzerwald
- Isny
- Wangen im Allgäu
- Lindau
- Bregenz
- Bezau
- Hittisau
- Oberstaufen
- Isny
Wangen im Allgäu and its painted gates open the descent to the lake, which you reach at Lindau, before crossing into Austria at Bregenz, where the Pfänder cable car looks out over the three lakeside countries. You then climb into the Bregenzerwald, with its shingle-clad villages and alpine dairies, and return to Germany via Hittisau and Oberstaufen. A short loop, for a first week or a long weekend.
- Distance
- about 160 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Royal castles and the Pfaffenwinkel
- Isny
- Kempten
- Füssen
- Schwangau
- Wieskirche
- Oberammergau
- Linderhof
- Kaufbeuren
- Isny
After Kempten, the road heads for Füssen and Schwangau, at the foot of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau, whose tickets must be booked in advance. You continue to the Wieskirche, a UNESCO-listed rococo church in the middle of the meadows, then Oberammergau with its painted façades and Linderhof Palace, before returning via Kaufbeuren. In Schwangau, motorhomes park in dedicated car parks that fill up quickly in summer.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Isny?
Best time
Spring and early autumn
April to May, September to October
highs 15 to 20 °C, lows 5 to 12 °C
The best times to leave from Isny: meadows in bloom in May, cattle coming down from the alpine pastures, the Viehscheid, in September, and colourful forests in October. Trails are open, Oberallgäu campsites are still quiet and the days are mild enough to hike between stages.
High season
June to August
June to August
highs 24 to 25 °C, lows 14 to 16 °C
Peak season: swimming in the Alpsee or Lake Constance, open alpine pastures and long days. It is also the wettest period, with more than 115 mm of rain every month and frequent late-afternoon thunderstorms: hike in the morning and book your pitches around Oberstdorf and Füssen.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 4 to 10 °C, lows -2 to 3 °C
Winter turns the Allgäu into a cross-country skiing and snowshoeing area, and Isny into a base for the slopes of Oberstaufen or Oberstdorf. Snow and ice are common at altitude: set off with winter tyres, reliable heating and a list of campsites open all year round.
Climate in Isny, month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 °C | -4 °C | 143 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 6 °C | -2 °C | 103 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 9 °C | -1 °C | 102 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 12 °C | 2 °C | 109 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 16 °C | 7 °C | 181 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 21 °C | 12 °C | 151 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 22 °C | 13 °C | 175 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 22 °C | 13 °C | 174 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 18 °C | 9 °C | 129 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 14 °C | 6 °C | 109 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 7 °C | 0 °C | 109 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 4 °C | -2 °C | 120 mm | 5 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Getting to Isny without a car
Isny no longer has passenger train services: you reach it by bus from the stations of Kempten, Leutkirch or Wangen. Check the timetables, which are sparser at weekends, and let McRent know your arrival time to arrange the vehicle handover.
Memmingen, the nearest airport
Memmingen Airport, known as Allgäu Airport, is the closest, about 50 km away via the A96; Friedrichshafen Airport, on the lake shore, is at a similar distance. Munich and Zurich, with better worldwide connections, are about two hours' drive away. A taxi or a pre-booked transfer is the easiest way to finish the journey.
Steep passes in the Oberallgäu
The Riedbergpass, Germany's highest road pass, between Obermaiselstein and Balderschwang, has very steep gradients that are not recommended for large motorhomes. The Jochstrasse to Oberjoch is wider but strings together tight bends. Descend in a low gear to spare the brakes, especially with a loaded vehicle.
Overnight stays between Württemberg and Bavaria
Isny is in Württemberg, but most of the Allgäu, from Oberstaufen to Füssen, lies in Bavaria. In Germany, one night's rest in a public car park is generally tolerated unless a sign prohibits it; in Alpine resorts, such bans are common. Motorhome areas, or Wohnmobilstellplätze, are the safest option.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Isny
Where can I pick up a campervan in Isny?
Our partner McRent hands over its vehicles at its depot at Rauchstrasse 4, in Isny itself, run by the company McRent Isny. It is our partners' only departure point in the town. The exact time and handover arrangements are in your booking confirmation: allow time for the vehicle walkthrough.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Isny?
Our searches in October 2026, for 15-day rentals with mandatory fees included, found camper vans from €80 per day in January and October, and from €115 in July. Large motorhomes started at €100 per day in winter and €147 in summer. Run a search with your dates to get prices you can book.
Which vehicles are available from Isny?
The offers found include Adria Matrix M670SL with 5 seats and 5 berths, with manual or automatic gearbox, and Carado T-447 with 4 seats and 4 berths. McRent also groups its fleet into Compact, Comfort and Family categories, with 2 to 5 berths, in Standard, Plus or Luxury trim.
Can I drive to Austria and Switzerland with a campervan hired in Isny?
Austria begins a few kilometres away, at Bregenz or in the Kleinwalsertal, and Switzerland lies on the other shore of Lake Constance. Check the countries allowed in the offer conditions. Both countries require a vignette on their motorways, and special rules apply above 3.5 tonnes: find out before you leave.
Can I return the vehicle in another city?
It is possible when the rental company agrees: Lindau, Friedrichshafen, Konstanz and Bad Waldsee, other departure cities of our partners, are close to Isny and allow a one-way trip to the lake or Upper Swabia. Enter the return city when searching; any one-way fee is then included in the displayed price.
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They rented in Isny with CoolDrive Nomad
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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.
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Germany · Apr 2024
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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!
M.
Germany · Apr 2024
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Follow-up and kindness of contact personnel.
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Germany · Jul 2023
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Isny im Allgäu
What licence do I need for a campervan hired in Isny?
A category B licence is enough up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers camper vans and most low-profile motorhomes. Heavier motorhomes require a C1 licence. A licence issued outside the European Union may require a translation or an international driving permit; the minimum age and years of driving required are shown in each offer's conditions.
Is mileage unlimited?
All the offers found from Isny in our searches included unlimited mileage, useful for combining the Alps, the lake and the royal castles. The median excess found was €2,000: depending on the offer, additional insurance can reduce it. Read the conditions before booking.
Do I need a vignette to drive in Germany?
No, German motorways are free for motorhomes. However, several large cities, such as Munich and Stuttgart, have an environmental zone that requires a green sticker, the Umweltplakette, on the windscreen. Check that it is there at handover if your route goes through one of these cities.
What is there to see in Isny before setting off?
The old town has kept part of its walls and towers, including the Wassertor and the Blaserturm, which offers a view of the Alps. The former Benedictine abbey, now a castle, and St Nicholas' Church, with its historic library, can be visited in half a day before hitting the road.
What day trips can I take around Isny?
The Eistobel gorge, carved by the Upper Argen near Maierhöfen, is covered in frozen waterfalls in winter. The forests of the Adelegg lead to the Schwarzer Grat, the highest point in Württemberg, with its lookout tower. Further north, Leutkirch and its old town can be visited in a morning.
When should I book a campervan in Isny?
Several months ahead for July and August and for the end-of-year holidays, when the Oberallgäu resorts fill up. With only one partner company in town, family vehicles go quickly: if nothing is available, widen your search to nearby departure cities.
About us
Why start your campervan trip in Isny
Isny im Allgäu brings three landscapes together in a single departure point: the Allgäu Alps to the south, Lake Constance to the west and the hills of Upper Swabia to the north. Its small size makes it easy to get used to the vehicle, away from city traffic, and the first stops, Oberstaufen, Wangen or Kempten, are less than half an hour away. Beyond them, the Bregenzerwald, the Kleinwalsertal, the castles of Ludwig II of Bavaria and the lake shores follow one another over short distances, ideal for a trip of one to two weeks.
McRent, our partner based in town, offers family motorhomes and more compact models, with prices observed from €80 per day in October 2026. The nearby cities of Lindau, Friedrichshafen and Konstanz, other departure points of our partners, open the way to one-way trips. And from summer on the alpine pastures to cross-country skiing in winter, Isny suits a campervan trip in every season.