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McRent Wertheim c/o McRent Mannheim/Heidelberg GmbH1 Hymerring, 87877 WertheimView map
Hiring a campervan in Wertheim means starting your trip in the northernmost town of Baden-Württemberg, built where the Tauber flows into the Main, below the red sandstone ruins of its castle. Bavaria begins on the opposite bank; to the south-west rise the wooded hills of the Odenwald, while to the north the Main heads for Miltenberg and Aschaffenburg between vineyards and forests. Our partner, McRent, hands over its vehicles from its Wertheim depot, the starting point for short stages to abbeys, half-timbered towns and sandstone castles.
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Road trips from Wertheim
1 The Nibelungen Route through the Odenwald
- Wertheim
- Amorbach
- Michelstadt
- Erbach
- Lindenfels
- Felsenmeer
- Lorsch
- Worms
- Mannheim
Through the Mud valley you reach Amorbach, its baroque abbey church and its great organ. Michelstadt lines up its half-timbered houses around a 15th-century town hall standing on oak pillars; in Erbach, the German Ivory Museum keeps a local craft alive. After Lindenfels and the rocky chaos of the Felsenmeer, the Carolingian abbey of Lorsch, a UNESCO site, comes before Worms, city of the Nibelungs, and Mannheim, another departure city of our partners.
- Distance
- about 170 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 The red Main, from Freudenberg to Aschaffenburg
- Wertheim
- Freudenberg
- Miltenberg
- Klingenberg am Main
- Obernburg
- Aschaffenburg
- Seligenstadt
- Wertheim
Downstream, the Main runs through red sandstone country: the ruined castle of Freudenberg above the water, the Zum Riesen inn in Miltenberg, one of the oldest in Germany, then the terraced vineyards of Klingenberg, known for their red wine. Obernburg recalls a Roman camp; Aschaffenburg has the Renaissance Johannisburg Palace and the Pompejanum, a copy of a villa from Pompeii. Einhard's Basilica in Seligenstadt marks the furthest point before returning by motorway.
- Distance
- about 170 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Bronnbach and the Land of the Madonnas
- Wertheim
- Bronnbach
- Walldürn
- Buchen
- Eberstadt
- Osterburken
- Wertheim
A few kilometres upstream on the Tauber, the Cistercian abbey of Bronnbach can be visited with its cloister and gardens. The road then leaves the valley for the Bauland, nicknamed the Land of the Madonnas for the statues of the Virgin standing along the roadsides: the pilgrimage basilica of Walldürn, the small town of Buchen, then the Eberstadt stalactite cave. In Osterburken, a museum displays the remains of a Roman fort on the Limes before the return to the Main.
- Distance
- about 130 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go à Wertheim?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 18 to 23 °C, lows 8 to 13 °C
The best months to set off from Wertheim: long days, mild temperatures and Odenwald roads that are still quiet. In September, the grape harvest begins on the slopes of the Main around Klingenberg and Bürgstadt, and wine festivals follow one another in the villages of the valley.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 24 to 25 °C, lows 14 to 15 °C
The warmest months are also the busiest: campsites along the Main fill up during the German school holidays, and summer storms can be violent. Book your vehicle and pitches in advance; the shady banks of the Tauber and the forests of the Odenwald offer some cool relief.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 10 to 15 °C, lows 1 to 7 °C
Transition seasons: nights remain cool in March and April, but orchards blossom in the valleys and the sights are quiet. October turns the beech forests of the Odenwald and the Spessart russet; some campsites close at the end of the month, however, so check their opening dates.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 4 to 8 °C, lows -1 to 2 °C
A cold and often grey winter, with frequent night frost and some snowfall on the heights of the Odenwald. The Christmas markets of Michelstadt, Miltenberg and Wertheim still give a reason to travel in December, with a heated vehicle and campsites open all year round.
Climate à Wertheim, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 °C | 0 °C | 76 mm | 4 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 1 °C | 63 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 11 °C | 2 °C | 59 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 15 °C | 5 °C | 56 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 19 °C | 9 °C | 73 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 24 °C | 14 °C | 67 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 25 °C | 15 °C | 68 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 26 °C | 15 °C | 63 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 21 °C | 12 °C | 60 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 16 °C | 8 °C | 65 mm | 6 h/day |
| Nov | 9 °C | 3 °C | 57 mm | 4 h/day |
| Dec | 6 °C | 1 °C | 72 mm | 3 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Floods on the Main and the Tauber
Squeezed between two rivers, Wertheim's old town is regularly flooded in winter and spring: the flood marks carved near the Kittstein Gate bear witness to it. The riverside car parks are the first to be affected; when the water rises, park your motorhome on higher ground and follow local flood warnings.
One bridge, two states
The bridge over the Main links Wertheim, in Baden-Württemberg, with Kreuzwertheim, in Bavaria. Wild camping is forbidden on both sides, and each municipality sets its own rules for overnight parking; one night's rest in a public car park is often tolerated, without setting anything up outside and unless a sign says otherwise: check locally.
The A3 and the outlet centre
The A3 motorway between Frankfurt and Würzburg runs about ten kilometres north of the town. Its Wertheim exit also serves the Wertheim Village outlet centre, which draws a lot of cars on Saturdays. Avoid it on those days, and at the start of holidays, when the A3 often jams on the climbs of the Spessart.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip à Wertheim
Where can I pick up a campervan in Wertheim?
Our partner in Wertheim is McRent, whose depot is on Hymerring; it is run by the McRent company of Mannheim and Heidelberg. Pick-ups and returns take place there, unless a one-way trip to another depot is accepted. The exact address and meeting time are in your confirmation: read them again before planning your arrival.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Wertheim?
The rate depends on the season, the rental period, the model and the options chosen: a camper van for two and a large family motorhome do not rent at the same price. Run a search with your dates: it shows the real price of every vehicle available from Wertheim, mandatory fees included, bookable straight away.
Can I do a one-way trip from Wertheim?
Our partners also have depots in Würzburg, Heilbronn, Mannheim, Büdingen and near Frankfurt, all within 85 km as the crow flies. The Nibelungen Route thus ends naturally in Mannheim. A one-way trip is only possible if the company accepts it between the two depots; any fees are included in the displayed price as soon as you choose another return city.
What is there to see in Wertheim before hitting the road?
First climb up to the castle, a vast red sandstone ruin with a view straight down onto the confluence. Below, the leaning Spitzer Turm, the Angel Fountain and the collegiate church with the tombs of the counts line half-timbered lanes. The Glass Museum tells how glassblowers from Thuringia made Wertheim a centre of laboratory glass. Leave the motorhome outside the old town.
How do I get to Wertheim by plane or train?
Frankfurt Airport, the nearest, is about 110 km away on the A3, a little over an hour's drive. By train, Wertheim's small station is served by regional lines from the Main and Tauber valleys: allow one or two changes from Frankfurt, via Aschaffenburg or via Würzburg. A taxi then takes you to the depot.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Wertheim
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Germany?
For a motorhome of up to 3.5 tonnes, a category B licence is enough; this covers campervans and most rental models. If your licence was issued outside the European Union, bring an international driving permit or a recognised translation. The minimum age and number of years of driving required are shown in the offer conditions.
Do I need a vignette to drive in Germany?
No motorway vignette or toll is charged to leisure motorhomes in Germany: the A3 and the A81, which pass near Wertheim, are free. Some large cities, however, have a low-emission zone requiring a green sticker on the windscreen; check that it is there when you set off and find out about the zones in force along your route.
Where can I stay overnight in a motorhome around Wertheim?
Campsites line the banks of the Main between Wertheim, Freudenberg and Miltenberg, as well as the Tauber valley. Many small towns in the region, in the Odenwald as well as along the river, have set up motorhome areas near their centre, often paid at a ticket machine. In July and August, book the waterside campsites.
Do I need winter tyres around Wertheim?
Yes, as soon as the road is covered with snow, ice or frost, German law requires tyres bearing the alpine symbol. At the bottom of the Main and Tauber valleys snow rarely settles, but the forest roads of the Odenwald and the Spessart freeze more often. For a departure between November and March, ask the company what equipment is provided.
When should I book a campervan in Wertheim?
Summer and the long weekends of May and June are the periods when Wertheim's motorhomes go earliest: book several months ahead. In spring and September, a few weeks are often enough. If your dates are fixed, widen the search to the depots of Würzburg or the Frankfurt area to increase your options.
Can I visit Heidelberg from Wertheim?
Yes, Heidelberg is only 65 km away as the crow flies, on the other side of the Odenwald. Allow about two hours via the forest roads and the Neckar valley, more pleasant than the motorway. The old centre is ill-suited to motorhomes: park on the outskirts, then walk or take the funicular up to the castle before heading back down to the Old Bridge.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Wertheim
Wertheim offers a human-scale departure, away from the bustle of big cities, where three landscapes meet: the Main valley lined with red sandstone and vineyards, the Tauber and its abbeys, and the Odenwald forests crossed by the Nibelungen Route. Stages remain short, often less than an hour's drive, which leaves time to visit a castle, an abbey or a wine cellar without rushing.
McRent offers its motorhomes from its depot in town, and five other departure cities of our partners, from Würzburg to Mannheim, lie within 85 km as the crow flies, enough to plan a one-way trip towards the Rhine or Franconia. From May to September, the weather is best suited to riverside terraces and small forest roads.