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CROSSRENT c/o AST Autoservice Tiefert GmbHBundesstraße 51, 79787 LauchringenView map
Hiring a campervan in Lauchringen means setting off from a municipality in the Waldshut district, in the south of Baden-Württemberg, crossed by the Wutach shortly before it joins the Rhine. The Swiss border is a few minutes' drive away, the Klettgau, a wine country shared with the canton of Schaffhausen, stretches to the east, and the Hotzenwald plateau heralds the Southern Black Forest. 1 partner company and 1 depot: CrossRent, which hands over its motorhomes, campervans and camper vans at a garage in the municipality.
Next door to Waldshut-Tiengen, Lauchringen lies on the B34, the High Rhine road between Basel and Schaffhausen, and has a station on the railway line that follows the river.
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Road trips from Lauchringen
1 Höchenschwand, St. Blasien and the Hotzenwald plateau
- Lauchringen
- Waldshut
- Höchenschwand
- St. Blasien
- Ibach
- Herrischried
- Görwihl
- Lauchringen
From Waldshut, the B500 climbs in long ramps to Höchenschwand, which calls itself the village on the edge of the sky: on clear days, the whole Alpine chain fills the southern horizon. You then drop down to St. Blasien, whose neoclassical abbey church bears one of the largest domes in Europe, before reaching Ibach and the meadows of the Hotzenwald, between the Alb and Wehra valleys.
In Herrischried, the Klausenhof, a traditional farmhouse of the plateau turned into a museum, shows how people lived under these great roofs. Görwihl and the small ridge roads then lead back towards the Rhine. The climbs are long but steady: a low-profile motorhome gets through without difficulty.
- Distance
- about 110 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
2 Klettgau, vineyards on both sides of the border
- Lauchringen
- Küssaberg
- Erzingen
- Trasadingen
- Wilchingen
- Osterfingen
- Schleitheim
- Stühlingen
- Lauchringen
Above Küssaberg, the ruins of the Küssaburg give a first view over the Rhine and the Swiss hills. Then the Klettgau opens up: at Erzingen, the German vines almost touch those of Trasadingen, on Schaffhausen soil, and the wine villages of Wilchingen and Osterfingen invite you to taste Pinot Noir, the region's leading grape.
Schleitheim preserves the remains of the baths of a small Roman town, before Stühlingen, overlooked by Hohenlupfen castle. The way back follows the lower Wutach valley to Lauchringen. The streets of the wine villages are narrow: a campervan is easier to park.
- Distance
- about 90 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
3 Bad Zurzach, Regensberg and Kaiserstuhl
- Lauchringen
- Waldshut
- Koblenz
- Bad Zurzach
- Regensberg
- Kaiserstuhl
- Hohentengen
- Lauchringen
In Waldshut, the bridge over the Rhine leads to Koblenz, in Switzerland, where the Aare meets the river. Bad Zurzach invites a long stop in its thermal baths and a visit to the collegiate church of St Verena, a place of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages. You then leave the Rhine for Regensberg, a medieval village perched on the Lägern ridge, above the Zurich plain.
The way back passes through Kaiserstuhl, a tiny fortified town built on a slope, whose bridge links it to Hohentengen, on the German side. Swiss main roads are enough for the whole route, with no motorway. In Regensberg, leave the vehicle at the foot of the village.
- Distance
- about 100 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go à Lauchringen?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 18 to 24 °C, lows 9 to 14 °C
September is the most pleasant month around Lauchringen: still warm days, more moderate rainfall and the grape harvest in the Klettgau villages. May and June, wetter, offer long evenings and flowering meadows on the Hotzenwald, ideal for hiking.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 25 to 26 °C, lows 15 °C
In high summer, the heat stays moderate despite frequent thunderstorms, and cyclists flock to the banks of the High Rhine, swimmers to the lakes of the Black Forest. The historic festivals of Waldshut-Tiengen take place at this time: book campsites and aires if you are aiming for a weekend.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 11 to 15 °C, lows 1 to 7 °C
Transitional seasons, chilly in the morning but often bright in the Rhine valley. In October, the Hotzenwald forests take on autumn colours and the Klettgau cellars offer the new wine. On the Höchenschwand plateau, snow can still fall in March or return from late October.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 4 to 8 °C, lows -2 to 2 °C
Winter is cold and grey in the valley, while the heights of the Southern Black Forest are covered in snow. A well-heated vehicle and winter tyres are essential for the climb to St. Blasien; the thermal baths of Bad Zurzach then make a comforting stop.
Climate à Lauchringen, month by month
Most pleasant months: July, September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 °C | -1 °C | 116 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 0 °C | 78 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 12 °C | 2 °C | 73 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 15 °C | 5 °C | 80 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 19 °C | 9 °C | 105 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 25 °C | 14 °C | 105 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 26 °C | 15 °C | 87 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 26 °C | 15 °C | 91 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 21 °C | 12 °C | 79 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 16 °C | 7 °C | 78 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 9 °C | 3 °C | 102 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 6 °C | 0 °C | 103 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Pick-up at a local garage
CrossRent hands over its vehicles at the AST Autoservice Tiefert garage, Bundesstraße 51, in Lauchringen. The handover time is in your confirmation: allow time for the vehicle inspection and the introduction to the vehicle. For your departure shopping, the supermarkets of Waldshut-Tiengen are a few minutes' drive away.
The Swiss vignette, to buy before crossing
A motorhome registered in Germany does not usually carry the Swiss motorway vignette. If your route uses a motorway beyond the Rhine, get it beforehand, online in its electronic version linked to the number plate. Swiss main roads remain free. Above 3.5 tonnes, a separate charge applies: check the rules.
The High Rhine by bike
The Rhine Cycle Route follows the river a few kilometres from the depot, on both banks. From Waldshut, you can pedal east towards the Rhine Falls, or west as far as Laufenburg, on almost flat paths. To bring your own bikes, ask when booking whether the vehicle can take a bike rack.
The festivals of Waldshut-Tiengen
Two historic festivals liven up the neighbouring town in summer: the Schwyzertag in Tiengen and the Chilbi in Waldshut, which commemorates the end of a siege by the Swiss Confederates in the 15th century. Parades and closed streets then make driving in the old centres difficult: park the motorhome further away and walk in.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip à Lauchringen
Where can I pick up a campervan in Lauchringen?
Our only partner company here is CrossRent, which hands over its vehicles at AST Autoservice Tiefert, Bundesstraße 51, 79787 Lauchringen. The address and the time of the appointment are repeated in your confirmation. If you are coming from far away, tell the company what time you expect to arrive, especially if you are travelling by train or plane.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Lauchringen?
No single rate applies all year round: it varies with the period, the number of days and the type of vehicle, from a two-berth campervan to a family motorhome. A search with your dates shows the actual rates, mandatory fees included and bookable immediately; if needed, compare with the departures from Konstanz or Stockach.
Can I drive into Switzerland with a campervan hired in Lauchringen?
The bridges from Waldshut to Koblenz and from Rheinheim to Bad Zurzach are very close. Switzerland is part of the Schengen area but not of the customs union: a check remains possible. Make sure, in the offer conditions, that the insurance covers Switzerland, and remember the vignette if you take the motorway.
Can I do a one-way trip from Lauchringen?
It depends on the company and the vehicle. Konstanz, Stockach, Maulburg and Zurich are other departure cities of our partners in the region, and CrossRent also has a presence in Müllheim, in the Markgräflerland. Enter the return city you want when searching: compatible offers show any one-way fees.
What is there to see in Waldshut-Tiengen before setting off?
In Waldshut, the Kaiserstrasse lines up its colourful facades between two medieval gates, above the Rhine. Tiengen, the other half of the town, keeps its castle and its lanes on the banks of the Wutach. Both centres are about ten minutes from Lauchringen: park outside the old towns and finish on foot.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Lauchringen
What licence do I need to drive a campervan hired in Lauchringen?
In Germany as in Switzerland, a motorhome, campervan or camper van of up to 3.5 tonnes can be driven with a category B licence. If your licence was issued outside Europe, also bring an international driving permit, which companies often ask for. The minimum age and number of years of driving required vary by offer: read them before booking.
Which airport should I choose to reach Lauchringen?
Zurich Airport is the closest, about 45 km by road, less than an hour's drive across the Rhine. The EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse, about 80 km away, is the other option via the High Rhine valley. From Basel, the train on the High Rhine line runs directly to Lauchringen station.
Where can I sleep in a campervan between the High Rhine and the Hotzenwald?
The German municipalities of the region offer motorhome aires, or Wohnmobilstellplätze, often close to the river or to the villages of the plateau, and several campsites line the Rhine and the Black Forest. On the Swiss side, each canton and municipality sets its own rules: choose campsites and signposted pitches.
Do I need winter tyres when leaving from Lauchringen?
German law requires winter or all-season tyres bearing the alpine symbol in snow, ice or slush, and companies usually equip their vehicles accordingly. Check this at handover if you leave between November and March, as the roads to Höchenschwand or St. Blasien can be snowy while the valley stays green.
When should I book a campervan in Lauchringen?
As CrossRent is the only company in the municipality, its fleet goes quickly in summer: aim for several months ahead for a departure in July or August, and also think of the long Ascension and Whitsun weekends. For September, harvest season in the Klettgau, a few weeks may be enough, but campervans are always the first to be booked.
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Why start a motorhome trip from Lauchringen
Lauchringen is not a destination in itself, and that is precisely its strength: you take the wheel in a quiet municipality and within a quarter of an hour you are on the banks of the Rhine, among the Klettgau vines or at the foot of the first Black Forest climbs. The stages stay short and change country effortlessly, from the Küssaburg to the Schaffhausen villages, from the Hotzenwald plateau to the thermal baths of Bad Zurzach.
CrossRent, our partner company, hands over its vehicles at a garage in Lauchringen itself, which saves you crossing a city at the wheel of a vehicle you do not yet know. Konstanz, Stockach and Zurich, other departure points of our partners, are about an hour away, to extend the trip towards the lake or the Alps. September, with its grape harvest and mild days, remains the best time for a first trip in this little-known corner of Baden.