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CROSSRENT c/o Sum GmbH12, Bahnhofstrasse, 79379 MüllheimView map
Hiring a campervan in Müllheim means setting off from the heart of the Markgräflerland, the strip of wine-growing hills stretching between Freiburg im Breisgau and Basel, at the foot of the Blauen, one of the great viewpoints of the southern Black Forest. The Gutedel vineyards begin at the edge of town, the spa of Badenweiler is ten minutes away, and Alsace lies just across the Rhine, over the Neuenburg bridge. 1 partner company and 1 depot: CrossRent, based on Bahnhofstrasse.
Vineyards, spa towns, the Kaiserstuhl and southern Alsace: here is how to make the most of such a central starting point.
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Road trips from Müllheim
1 Gutedel, Roman baths and the legend of Faust
- Müllheim
- Britzingen
- Badenweiler
- Laufen
- Ballrechten-Dottingen
- Bad Krozingen
- Staufen
- Müllheim
North-east of town, Britzingen opens the road through slopes planted with Gutedel, the white grape of the Markgräflerland, known as Chasselas in Switzerland and France. In Badenweiler, the ruins of the Roman baths, sheltered under a glass roof, sit next to the spa park where the writer Anton Chekhov spent his last days.
Via Laufen and its renowned perennial plant nursery, you reach Ballrechten-Dottingen, then Bad Krozingen and the Glöcklehof chapel, decorated with some of the oldest wall paintings in Germany. Finally, Staufen shows the Gasthaus zum Löwen, where Faust is said to have met his end, and façades cracked by a failed geothermal drilling project.
- Distance
- about 60 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
2 The Tuniberg and the Kaiserstuhl from the south
- Müllheim
- Merdingen
- Ihringen
- Achkarren
- Burkheim
- Sasbach
- Breisach
- Müllheim
Heading north, the road follows the Tuniberg, a limestone ridge covered in vines, to Merdingen and its winegrowers' houses clustered around a Baroque church. Ihringen, known as one of the warmest places in Germany, opens the southern side of the Kaiserstuhl; nearby, the Liliental arboretum gathers trees from several continents.
Achkarren has a museum devoted to the wine-growing of this volcanic massif, before Burkheim, a medieval village nestled below its ruined castle. In Sasbach, the remains of the Limburg, the presumed birthplace of Rudolf of Habsburg, overlook the Rhine. Return via Breisach, whose St. Stephen's Minster holds a Last Judgement painted by Martin Schongauer and a carved altarpiece by Master HL.
- Distance
- about 100 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
3 Southern Alsace, from Neuf-Brisach to Ottmarsheim
- Müllheim
- Neuf-Brisach
- Rouffach
- Soultzmatt
- Murbach Abbey
- Ensisheim
- Ottmarsheim
- Müllheim
Across the Rhine, Neuf-Brisach, an octagonal town designed by Vauban and listed as a World Heritage Site, is best discovered by walking around its ramparts. At the foot of the Vosges, Rouffach keeps its Witches' Tower and its pink sandstone church, below the vines of the Vorbourg grand cru; the Vallée Noble then climbs to Soultzmatt, a village of mineral springs and terraced vineyards.
At the end of a wooded valley, the Romanesque abbey church of Murbach retains only its east end and two towers, yet the whole is striking. Back across the plain, Ensisheim displays a meteorite that fell in 1492 in its Regency Palace, and Ottmarsheim an octagonal 11th-century abbey church inspired by the Palatine Chapel in Aachen. The Chalampé bridge leads back to Müllheim.
- Distance
- about 150 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Müllheim?
Best time
June and September
June, September
highs 21 to 24 °C, lows 12 to 14 °C
The two best months to set off from Müllheim: long, mild days, moderate rain, quiet slopes in June and lively ones in September, when the grape harvest and the village wine festivals begin. The roads of the Kaiserstuhl and the Vosges can then be enjoyed without the summer crowds.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 26 °C, lows 15 °C
The warmest and sunniest months, with possible late-afternoon thunderstorms in the Rhine plain. It is also the school holiday period in Germany, Switzerland and France: book campsites and motorhome areas near the spas, and save trips up the Blauen for the hottest hours.
April, May and October
April to May, October
highs 15 to 19 °C, lows 5 to 9 °C
Cool but often bright days. In April, the cherry trees of the nearby Eggenertal are in bloom; in May, Rhine plain asparagus fills the menus; in October, the end of the harvest turns the vines golden. Choose a heated vehicle: nights stay cold, and May is one of the wettest months.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 6 to 12 °C, lows -1 to 3 °C
A quiet, grey and damp season on the plain, with frost in January, while the nearby summits get snow. The warm baths of Badenweiler or Bad Krozingen come into their own, and the Christmas markets of Freiburg, Basel and Alsace liven up December. Set off with a well-heated vehicle and suitable tyres.
Climate in Müllheim, month by month
Most pleasant months: June to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 °C | -0 °C | 101 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 9 °C | 2 °C | 68 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 12 °C | 3 °C | 75 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 15 °C | 5 °C | 79 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 19 °C | 10 °C | 99 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 24 °C | 15 °C | 85 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 26 °C | 16 °C | 81 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 26 °C | 16 °C | 81 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 21 °C | 12 °C | 75 mm | 10 h/day |
| Oct | 16 °C | 9 °C | 79 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 10 °C | 4 °C | 95 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 7 °C | 1 °C | 91 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
A depot between the town centre and the station
CrossRent welcomes its customers at 12 Bahnhofstrasse, on the road linking Müllheim town centre to its railway station. If you arrive by train, allow for a short walk or a taxi depending on your luggage, and ask the company for the best access. The town's supermarkets let you stock up the fridge before heading for the vineyards.
The A5 and the bridge to Mulhouse
The Müllheim/Neuenburg junction puts the town on the toll-free A5 motorway, which runs north to Freiburg and south to Basel. At Neuenburg am Rhein, a link road crosses the river and becomes the French A36 towards Mulhouse. Before entering the Mulhouse area, check the Crit'Air sticker rules in force on your dates.
Three spa towns within a quarter of an hour
Bad Bellingen, on the Rhine, Badenweiler, on the slopes of the Blauen, and Bad Krozingen, towards Freiburg, each have a spa fed by warm springs. After a day on the road or cycling through the vineyards, you will find outdoor pools and saunas open all year, and several of these towns have a motorhome area nearby.
Strausse, the winegrowers' taverns
For a few weeks a year, Markgräflerland winegrowers open a Strausswirtschaft at home, marked by a bunch or wreath of branches hung at the entrance. You drink the estate's wine there with simple dishes, tarte flambée or a plate of cold meats. Dates change every season: local tourist offices publish the list.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Müllheim
Where can I pick up a campervan in Müllheim?
CrossRent, our partner company in Müllheim, hands over its vehicles at 12 Bahnhofstrasse, the street linking the town centre to the station. On some documents, the depot appears under the name of the company hosting it, Sum GmbH: pick-up does take place at this address. The day and time of your appointment are in your booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Müllheim?
The price varies with the season, the length of hire and the vehicle, from a compact campervan to a family motorhome. Summer and the grape harvest, in September and October, draw many travellers to the Markgräflerland. Run a search with your dates: the offers shown include mandatory fees and can be booked immediately.
Can I do a one-way trip from Müllheim?
CrossRent has another depot in Lauchringen, near Waldshut on the High Rhine, and other companies hand over vehicles in Maulburg, in the Wiese valley, in Freiburg im Breisgau, in Kehl or in Zimmern ob Rottweil. A one-way trip to Kehl via the Kaiserstuhl saves retracing your steps. Enter the return city in your search: any fees are included in the price shown.
Can I cross the Rhine with a campervan hired in Müllheim?
Yes: France is a few minutes away via the Neuenburg-Chalampé or Breisach bridges, and the Swiss border about half an hour away, at Basel. Most companies accept these countries, but check which ones the insurance covers in the offer conditions. In Switzerland, the motorway vignette is compulsory and customs may check goods bought in Germany.
What is there to see in Müllheim before setting off?
The Markgräfler Museum, housed in the former Blankenhorn palace, tells the story of the vineyards and the region. The Martinskirche, built on the remains of a Roman villa, hosts concerts and exhibitions. In spring, the Müllheim wine market, one of the oldest in Baden, brings together winegrowers from all over the Markgräflerland with their Gutedel and Pinot wines.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Müllheim
What licence do I need for a motorhome hired in Müllheim?
A category B licence is enough for a vehicle of up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers campervans, camper vans and most rental motorhomes, in Germany as well as in France or Switzerland. A licence issued outside Europe may need to be accompanied by an international driving permit. The company sets the minimum age and years of driving required in the offer conditions.
Where can I spend the night in a motorhome in the Markgräflerland?
Nearby spa towns such as Bad Bellingen or Bad Krozingen offer motorhome areas, and many wine estates welcome motorhome travellers for a night among the vines. In Germany, a short rest stop in a car park is generally tolerated if nothing is set up outside the vehicle. In Alsace, a municipal by-law may ban overnight parking: follow the signs.
Do I need winter tyres when leaving from Müllheim?
The Rhine plain rarely gets snow, but the Blauen, the Schauinsland and the Vosges passes often do in winter. In Germany, winter or all-season tyres with the alpine symbol are compulsory in snowy or icy conditions; on the French side, many mountain municipalities in the Vosges require winter equipment or chains in winter. Check the tyres when you collect the keys.
How do I get to Müllheim by plane or train?
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is the closest, about forty minutes away via the A5. Müllheim has a station on the Rhine valley line between Freiburg and Basel, served by regional trains, and a cross-border service also links it to Mulhouse over the Chalampé bridge. Long-distance trains stop in Freiburg im Breisgau, about twenty minutes away.
Can I drive a motorhome on the vineyard tracks?
Generally not: most vineyard tracks in the Markgräflerland are reserved for farm vehicles, cyclists and walkers, as the signs at their entrance indicate. Park in the village or at a winegrower's, then set off on foot along the Markgräfler Wiiwegli, a trail crossing the vineyards from Freiburg to Weil am Rhein, or by bike.
When should I book a motorhome in Müllheim?
With only one company on site, the fleet is limited: book several months ahead for summer and the German and Swiss school holidays. For June or September, a few weeks are often enough, except on wine festival weekends. In winter, demand is moderate, apart from the Christmas market weeks in Freiburg, Basel or Colmar.
About us
Why set off from Müllheim in a motorhome
Müllheim's main asset is its location: the small wine capital of the Markgräflerland lies halfway between Freiburg im Breisgau and Basel, between the slopes of the Blauen and the Rhine. In one day, you can link the wine villages, the Roman ruins of Badenweiler and the old town of Staufen; in two or three, the volcanic terraces of the Kaiserstuhl or southern Alsace, from the stronghold of Neuf-Brisach to the abbey church of Ottmarsheim.
CrossRent, our partner company, hands over its vehicles on Bahnhofstrasse, a few minutes from the A5. Lauchringen, where the same company has another depot, as well as Freiburg im Breisgau, Maulburg and Kehl, other departure cities of our partners, let you end your trip somewhere other than where you started. From June to September, the climate suits long days outdoors, and the harvest season in autumn remains a fine time to explore the wine slopes.