Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
-
Anywhere Campers SkopjeSkopjeView map
Hiring a campervan in Skopje means setting off from the capital of North Macedonia, on the banks of the Vardar, into one of Europe's least-travelled countries by leisure vehicle: Matka Canyon on the city's doorstep, the forests of Mavrovo National Park, Lake Ohrid and its old town, both UNESCO-listed, the vineyards of Tikveš and the ruins of Heraclea near Bitola. Our partner company, Anywhere Campers, offers campervans, camper vans and motorhomes sleeping 2 to 6.
The country is compact: from the capital, every major stop can be reached in a few hours, leaving time for monasteries and mountain villages.
1 rental partner
Where to pick up your vehicle in Skopje?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Skopje
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €278/day median €281/day | from €299/day median €302/day | from €346/day median €349/day | from €285/day median €288/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €289/day median €307/day | from €305/day median €321/day | from €357/day median €368/day | from €297/day median €308/day |
| Large motorhome | from €295/day median €298/day | from €311/day median €313/day | from €357/day median €360/day | from €302/day median €305/day |
Daily prices observed on October 24, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Skopje
1 Mavrovo and Lake Ohrid
- Skopje
- Tetovo
- Mavrovo
- Bigorski Monastery
- Debar
- Struga
- Ohrid
- St. Naum
- Kičevo
- Skopje
Heading west, the motorway runs to Tetovo and its Painted Mosque, then Gostivar, before climbing into Mavrovo National Park, where the bell tower of a submerged church rises from the lake. The Radika valley leads to the St. John Bigorski Monastery and Debar, then on to Struga and Ohrid, with its Byzantine churches and beaches. The Monastery of St. Naum, at the southern end of the lake, comes before the return via Kičevo. Winding mountain roads, suited to a medium-sized vehicle.
- Distance
- about 450 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Camper van or low-profile motorhome
2 Stobi, Tikveš, Bitola and Lake Prespa
- Skopje
- Stobi
- Kavadarci
- Prilep
- Bitola
- Pelister
- Lake Prespa
- Kruševo
- Skopje
To the south, the Vardar valley motorway leads to the ancient site of Stobi and its mosaics, then to the wineries of Tikveš around Kavadarci, the country's leading wine region. The Pletvar pass takes you to Prilep and the rocks of Markovi Kuli, before Bitola, its pedestrian street Širok Sokak and the ruins of Heraclea Lyncestis. Pelister National Park and the shores of Lake Prespa come before the return via Kruševo, a small town perched in the mountains.
- Distance
- about 550 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 Kratovo, Štip and Lake Dojran
- Skopje
- Kokino
- Kratovo
- Štip
- Strumica
- Lake Dojran
- Demir Kapija
- Skopje
To the north-east, the megalithic observatory of Kokino overlooks the Kumanovo area, not far from Kratovo, a small town nestled in an ancient volcanic crater and spanned by stone bridges. You head down via Štip to Strumica, then to Lake Dojran, shared with Greece, shallow and warmer than Ohrid. The return follows the Demir Kapija gorge, between cliffs and vineyards. Narrow lanes and access roads: a compact vehicle is best.
- Distance
- about 500 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
Weather and seasons
When to go in Skopje?
Best time
April to June, September and October
April to June, September to October
highs 19 to 29 °C, lows 7 to 17 °C
The best months to set off from Skopje: mild, sunny days, Ohrid's shores still quiet in May and June, Mavrovo's forests turning colour and the Tikveš grape harvest in September. The peaks of Pelister can keep snow until May, and October nights turn cool again at altitude.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 32 °C, lows 19 °C
High summer is hot in the Skopje basin and the Vardar valley, with very little rain. Locals and visitors then gather on the shores of Lake Ohrid, whose campsites and beaches fill up: book your pitches, and seek cooler air in the heights of Mavrovo or Pelister.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 5 to 14 °C, lows -3 to 5 °C
Winter is cold, with frequent frosts and snow on the high ground; Mavrovo then becomes the country's main ski resort. Skopje, hemmed in by its mountains, experiences severe episodes of air pollution. Many campsites close, and a well-heated motorhome is essential.
Climate in Skopje, month by month
Most pleasant months: April to June, September to October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 °C | -3 °C | 58 mm | 6 h/day |
| Feb | 10 °C | 1 °C | 34 mm | 8 h/day |
| Mar | 14 °C | 3 °C | 53 mm | 9 h/day |
| Apr | 19 °C | 7 °C | 45 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 23 °C | 12 °C | 59 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 29 °C | 17 °C | 38 mm | 13 h/day |
| Jul | 32 °C | 19 °C | 20 mm | 14 h/day |
| Aug | 32 °C | 19 °C | 20 mm | 13 h/day |
| Sep | 27 °C | 15 °C | 31 mm | 11 h/day |
| Oct | 20 °C | 10 °C | 47 mm | 9 h/day |
| Nov | 13 °C | 5 °C | 71 mm | 7 h/day |
| Dec | 7 °C | 0 °C | 52 mm | 6 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Pick-up at Anywhere Campers
Anywhere Campers hands over its vehicles in Skopje; the exact address and meeting time are in your confirmation. The international airport is about twenty kilometres east, near Petrovec: plan a taxi or a transfer, and tell the rental company your arrival time to arrange the vehicle handover.
Toll motorways
The country's main roads are toll motorways with barriers: north to south between the Serbian border and Greece, towards Tetovo and Gostivar in the west, and towards Štip in the east. The amount depends on the vehicle category. Carry denars or a bank card depending on the booth, and ask the rental company about an electronic toll tag.
Campsites and wild camping
Campsites are concentrated around Lakes Ohrid, Prespa and Dojran, with a few near Mavrovo and the capital; elsewhere they are rare. Wild camping is in principle banned outside designated places and in national parks, even if it is sometimes tolerated: check the rules in force and ask a landowner's permission.
Driving and parking in Skopje
The centre, around Macedonia Square, the Stone Bridge and the Old Bazaar, is partly pedestrianised, and paid parking spaces there are small and quickly taken. Leave the motorhome on the outskirts and reach Kale Fortress by taxi or bus. At rush hour, the boulevards leading to the motorways are often jammed.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Skopje
Where can I pick up a campervan in Skopje?
You set off from Anywhere Campers, our partner company in Skopje, which hands over its vehicles in the capital. The exact place and pick-up time are given in your booking confirmation. As the local offer relies on a single company, check the included equipment before booking, such as crockery, bedding or camping chairs.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Skopje?
The price depends mainly on the departure month, the length of hire and the model chosen. Run a search with your exact dates: offers from Skopje are shown with mandatory fees included, with real prices you can book straight away. Comparing several departure dates, especially outside July and August, shows how the price changes.
Which vehicles are available from Skopje?
The offers found include the Van for 2, for two people, the Carado T-447 sleeping 4, the Adria Matrix M670SL and the Sunlight T 68 sleeping 5, and the Sunlight A70 sleeping 6. Most come with manual or automatic transmission, a welcome choice on the country's mountain roads.
Can I visit Matka Canyon by campervan?
Yes: the canyon is about fifteen kilometres south-west of the centre, at the end of a narrow road that stops near the dam. The car park is small and quickly full at weekends; arrive early or leave the vehicle further down. On site, boats and kayaks go up the reservoir to Vrelo Cave, known for its very deep submerged section.
How many days should I plan for a trip around North Macedonia?
Four or five days are enough for Mavrovo and Lake Ohrid. In a week you can add Bitola, Pelister and Lake Prespa; in ten days to two weeks you can tour the whole country, including the vineyards and the east. Distances are short, but mountain roads slow you down: allow stages of two to three hours.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Skopje with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Too rigid computer system
Eric L.
Portugal · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Very good customer experience with Cooldrive. I highly recommend it! Thanks to the team who were attentive and available for organizing my trip to Canada.
B.
Canada · Oct 2025
Trustpilot
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Skopje
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in North Macedonia?
A category B licence is enough for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. Depending on the country that issued it, an international driving permit may also be required: check the rental company's conditions. In North Macedonia, dipped headlights are compulsory day and night, all year round, and each company sets a minimum age.
Can I drive to Albania, Greece or Kosovo?
North Macedonia is in neither the European Union nor the Schengen area: every border means a check of passengers and vehicle papers. The countries allowed depend on the rental company and its insurance, to be checked in the offer conditions. For Kosovo, specific insurance bought at the border is usually required.
Which currency is used in North Macedonia?
The currency is the Macedonian denar. Bank cards are accepted at petrol stations, supermarkets and most shops in Skopje and Ohrid, where cash machines are plentiful. Keep some cash, however, for markets, small campsites, monasteries and car parks at natural sites, where card payment is still rare.
What equipment do I need for winter driving?
During the cold season, usually from mid-November to mid-March, winter tyres or snow chains are required: check the rules in force. Snow can close the roads to Mavrovo, Kruševo or Pelister. Check the vehicle's equipment and gas supply with the rental company, and look up road conditions before each mountain stage.
Are road signs easy to read?
Macedonian is written in Cyrillic, but signs on motorways and in the main towns are doubled in Latin script; in the west, Albanian also appears on signs. In villages, learn to recognise the names of your stops, such as Охрид for Ohrid or Битола for Bitola, and download offline maps.
When should I book a campervan in Skopje?
With a single partner company and a limited number of vehicles, it is best to book several months ahead for July and August, when Lake Ohrid draws the biggest crowds. In spring and autumn, a few weeks are often enough. Vans for two, few in the fleet, are the first to go.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Skopje
Skopje is the natural starting point for a trip around North Macedonia: the capital lies in the north of the country, at the crossroads of routes to Albania, Greece, Serbia, Kosovo and Bulgaria. Before even leaving the city, the Ottoman Old Bazaar, Kale Fortress and the Stone Bridge tell several centuries of history. Within a few hours you then reach Lake Ohrid, one of the oldest in Europe, the mountains of Mavrovo and Pelister, the ancient sites of Stobi and Heraclea or the vineyards of Tikveš.
Anywhere Campers offers a range from vans for two to family motorhomes sleeping six. Fine weather lasts from April to June and again from September to October, bright and quiet periods. A country still little visited by motorhome travellers, where you drive short distances between lakes, monasteries and mountain villages.
Regions