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McRent Leutkirch GmbH54, Kemptener Str., 8829 Leutkrich im AllgäuView map
Hiring a campervan in Leutkirch im Allgäu means setting off from a former Free Imperial City of the Württemberg Allgäu, right on the Bavarian border, among wooded hills and grazing meadows. Memmingen and Ottobeuren Abbey, Kempten and its Roman remains, the Ostallgäu lakes around Füssen and the Iller valley are all less than an hour and a half away. Our partner McRent hands over its motorhomes and camper vans at its depot on Kemptener Strasse.
The A96 motorway between Lindau and Munich runs alongside the town and serves it with two exits: you leave Leutkirch without crossing any big city.
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Where to pick up your vehicle à Leutkirch im Allgau?
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Leutkirch im Allgau
1 Unterallgäu: Memmingen, Ottobeuren and spa towns
- Leutkirch
- Memmingen
- Buxheim
- Ottobeuren
- Bad Grönenbach
- Bad Wörishofen
- Mindelheim
- Leutkirch
Via the A96, Memmingen is only about twenty minutes away: in its old town, the tanners' seven-roofed house stands near the hall where the Twelve Articles of the Peasants' War were drafted in 1525. Buxheim Charterhouse keeps exceptional carved choir stalls, and Ottobeuren Basilica, a huge baroque abbey church, towers over its village. The loop ends with Bad Grönenbach, Bad Wörishofen, Sebastian Kneipp's spa town, and Mindelheim, below the Mindelburg castle.
- Distance
- about 180 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Roman Kempten and the Ostallgäu lakes
- Leutkirch
- Kempten
- Nesselwang
- Pfronten
- Füssen
- Hopfensee
- Rosshaupten
- Marktoberdorf
- Leutkirch
Kempten, one of the oldest towns in Germany, displays the foundations of Cambodunum in its archaeological park, not far from the residence of the prince-abbots. Via Nesselwang and Pfronten you reach Füssen, its old town on the Lech and the Lechfall waterfall. Around it, the Hopfensee, Weissensee and Alatsee are good for swimming, and the Forggensee, a reservoir, is only filled in the warmer months. Return via Rosshaupten and Marktoberdorf.
- Distance
- about 220 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
3 The Iller to the Danube, then Augsburg and the Lech
- Leutkirch
- Aitrach
- Illertissen
- Günzburg
- Augsburg
- Landsberg am Lech
- Leutkirch
From Aitrach, the Iller cycle path follows the river northwards: with bikes on board, you can alternate driving and cycling as far as Illertissen and its castle. Günzburg, on the Danube, is home to the Legoland park, then Augsburg reveals the Fuggerei, a social housing estate founded in 1521 and still inhabited, and the Golden Hall of its town hall. The return leg passes through Landsberg am Lech, with its fortified gate and stepped weir.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
Weather and seasons
When to go à Leutkirch im Allgau?
Best time
September
September
highs 19 °C, lows 10 °C
September brings the best conditions around Leutkirch: nine hours of sunshine a day, much less rain than in summer and Ostallgäu lakes still fit for swimming on warm days. The end of the German school holidays frees up campsites, and the orchards of the Unterallgäu start their harvest.
High season
Late spring and summer
May to August
highs 17 to 23 °C, lows 7 to 14 °C
The longest days, with up to twelve hours of sunshine in June and July, are also the wettest: May gets more than 130 mm of rain and summer storms often break in the afternoon. It is peak season for the Füssen lakes and the Iller cycle path; book campsites and your vehicle well in advance.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 9 to 14 °C, lows 0 to 6 °C
Transition months with cool afternoons and nights close to freezing in March. Ottobeuren, Memmingen and Augsburg can be visited without crowds, but the Forggensee stays low until late spring and some lakeside campsites close out of season: check opening dates before you set off.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 3 to 7 °C, lows -3 to 1 °C
Winter is grey and damp in the Württemberg Allgäu, with four to six hours of sunshine a day and frequent frosts. The Christmas markets of Memmingen and Kempten, then the spa facilities of Bad Wörishofen, set the pace of a shorter trip, in a well-heated vehicle and from one open campsite to the next.
Climate à Leutkirch im Allgau, month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 °C | -3 °C | 107 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 6 °C | -1 °C | 77 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 9 °C | 0 °C | 75 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 13 °C | 3 °C | 84 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 16 °C | 7 °C | 154 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 22 °C | 12 °C | 131 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 23 °C | 14 °C | 137 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 23 °C | 14 °C | 147 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 18 °C | 10 °C | 99 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 14 °C | 6 °C | 84 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 7 °C | 1 °C | 86 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 4 °C | -2 °C | 90 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Arriving via Memmingen Airport
Memmingen Airport, known as Allgäu Airport, is the closest, about 35 km away via the A96; it is mainly served by European flights. From other continents, Munich and Zurich are about two hours' drive away. Leutkirch station has regional trains from Memmingen: a taxi then covers the last stretch to the depot.
The Füssen lakes without wild camping
On the shores of the Hopfensee, the Forggensee and the small lakes around Füssen, overnight parking outside designated spots is generally banned, and bathing car parks fill up early in the morning in summer. Campsites and motorhome areas, the Wohnmobilstellplätze, line several of these lakes: book them for July and August.
Bikes for the Iller valley
The Iller cycle path links Oberstdorf to Neu-Ulm, on an almost flat route downstream of Kempten. If the offer includes a bike rack, check its maximum load and the vehicle's height once the bikes are fitted. Otherwise, the valley's tourist offices can tell you where to hire bikes, electric or not, by the day.
Green sticker for Augsburg
Augsburg, a stop on the route to the Lech, introduced a low-emission zone reserved for vehicles with the green sticker, the Umweltplakette. These rules vary from one city to another: check the ones in force before entering the centre and make sure the sticker is on the windscreen when you collect the vehicle.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip à Leutkirch im Allgau
Where can I pick up a campervan in Leutkirch im Allgäu?
Our partner McRent, the only departure point of our partners in the town, hands over its motorhomes and camper vans at its depot at 54 Kemptener Strasse, run by the company McRent Leutkirch. The appointment time and the documents to bring are in your booking confirmation. Allow time for the vehicle handover before hitting the road.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Leutkirch im Allgäu?
The price depends on the season, the length of hire, the vehicle category and the options chosen, such as extra insurance or a bike rack. Summer and the German school holidays are the busiest periods. Run a search with your dates: it shows the real prices, mandatory fees included, which you can book straight away.
Can I return the vehicle in another city?
Yes, when the rental company allows it: Bad Waldsee, 14 km away as the crow flies, Isny, Lindau on Lake Constance and Neu-Ulm, facing Ulm across the Danube, have other depots of our partners. Enter the return city when searching: any one-way fees are then included in the displayed price.
Can I cross into the Austrian Tyrol from Leutkirch?
From Füssen, the road crosses the border towards Reutte and the Tyrolean Lech valley, then the Fernpass descends towards the Inn valley. First check that the offer's insurance covers Austria. Austrian motorways require a vignette, and vehicles over 3.5 tonnes pay a distance-based toll: check the rules in force.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Leutkirch im Allgäu
What licence do I need for a motorhome hired in Leutkirch?
In Germany, a category B licence covers vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, which includes most rental camper vans and low-profile motorhomes. A heavier model requires a C1 licence. A licence issued outside the European Union often needs to be accompanied by an international driving permit or a translation. The minimum age and years of driving required are in the offer conditions.
Do I need winter tyres when leaving from Leutkirch?
In Germany, winter tyres are compulsory whenever the road is covered in snow, ice or frost, whatever the month, and only tyres marked with the mountain and snowflake symbol are recognised. Between November and March, confirm with the rental company that the vehicle is fitted with them, especially if you are heading to Füssen or the Tyrol.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome around Leutkirch?
Many towns in the region, from Memmingen to spa resorts such as Bad Wörishofen, offer motorhome areas, often close to the centre or the thermal baths. Elsewhere, a simple overnight stop, without putting out tables and chairs, is often accepted if no sign forbids it; check the local rules, which are stricter near the lakes.
What should I see in Leutkirch before setting off?
The old town is laid out around the Gänsbühl, a long square lined with the baroque town hall and gabled houses, a legacy of the former Free Imperial City. The Gothic church of St. Martin is worth a detour. A few kilometres away, Zeil Castle, on its hill, offers a wide view of the Alps on clear days.
What day trips can I take around Leutkirch?
In Bad Wurzach, a boardwalk trail leads into the Wurzacher Ried, one of the largest intact raised bogs in Central Europe. Kißlegg has two castles beside its lakes. Within Leutkirch's own boundaries, Center Parcs Park Allgäu, set in the middle of a forest, mainly attracts families with its indoor water park.
When should I book a motorhome in Leutkirch?
For July, August and the long weekends of May and June, book several months ahead: with only one depot in town, family models go early. Out of season, a few weeks are usually enough. If the vehicle you want is no longer available, widen your search to Bad Waldsee or Isny, other departure points close by.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Leutkirch
Leutkirch im Allgäu stands where three landscapes meet: the hills of the Württemberg Allgäu, the Iller plain running down to the Danube and the Bavarian Pre-Alps, whose peaks stand out on the horizon on clear days. Memmingen is about twenty minutes away, Kempten three quarters of an hour and the Füssen lakes about an hour and a quarter: baroque abbeys, Roman ruins and swims follow one another without long drives.
McRent, our partner on Kemptener Strasse, offers motorhomes and camper vans suited to these tours. Bad Waldsee, Isny, Lindau and Neu-Ulm, where our partners have other depots, widen the choice and let you end your trip on Lake Constance or the Danube. September, the most pleasant month, is particularly well suited to a first discovery of the Allgäu.