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Road trip between the Danube, the Pannonian plain and the southern mountains

Campervan hire in Serbia

From the Danube to medieval monasteries, a road trip through the heart of the Balkans from Belgrade

Compare campervan and motorhome rental companies in Serbia to find the best price, and book at the price shown, mandatory fees included.

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departure city
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as the crow flies from Belgrade to Novi Sad
72 km
as the crow flies from Belgrade to Niš
200 km
  • Pick-up city: Belgrade, with Anywhere Campers
  • Currency: the Serbian dinar, outside the European Union and outside Schengen
  • Toll motorways, payable at the booth
  • Studenica Monastery and the Stari Ras site, UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • National parks of Đerdap, Tara, Fruška Gora and Kopaonik
  • Dipped headlights compulsory during the day
  • Average high of 29.3 °C in August in Belgrade

Serbia is best discovered on the road rather than from a plane window: its fortresses follow one another along the Danube, its monasteries are hidden deep in the southern valleys, and its western plateaus are visited mostly by Serbs themselves. The motorway network links the big cities quickly, then small roads lead to the sights.

The road trip starts in Belgrade, where Anywhere Campers rents campervans and motorhomes. The country is outside the European Union and pays in dinars: arrange the rental company's agreement for each border and carry a little local currency for tolls and small campsites.

Comparison 2026

Which rental company should you choose for your motorhome in Serbia?

Observed prices, mileage, excess, departure cities and rating: everything about our rental partner in Serbia, to find the best price.

Rental company Vehicle types Price / day Mileage Excess Cities Rating
Anywhere Campers International network · 1 branch Rental company category:Standard — €272 – €305/day Unlimited €1,500 1 —

Price per day: the middle half of the offers collected by CoolDrive Nomad (first to third quartile) for a 14-day rental, mandatory fees included; “—”: fewer than 5 offers collected. Mileage: “Unlimited” if at least 90% of the offers collected include it, “Limited” if 10% or less. Excess: median amount collected. Cities: the company's departure cities in the country. Rating: public rating collected from independent review sites.

A single search on CoolDrive Nomad compares the offers of the rental companies available from your departure city, with the total price including mandatory fees, from cheapest to most expensive. You then book at the price shown, with Serenity+ Pack and Mobility Pack free of charge and no card fees.

Road trip ideas

The best itineraries in Serbia

1 The Danube, from Viminacium to the Iron Gates 4 to 5 days about 550 km
  1. Belgrade
  2. Viminacium
  3. Golubac
  4. Lepenski Vir
  5. Iron Gates
  6. Kladovo
  7. Zaječar
  8. Belgrade

Following the river eastwards, the first stop is Viminacium, an ancient Roman city under excavation near Kostolac. The Golubac fortress then guards the entrance to Đerdap National Park, where the Danube narrows between Serbian and Romanian cliffs.

The cliffside road leads to the prehistoric site of Lepenski Vir and the Iron Gates gorges, then to Kladovo. To return to Belgrade, the Timok valley and the hinterland of Zaječar save you from retracing your steps.

Distance
about 550 km
Recommended vehicle
Any size; the Danube road is narrow in places
2 Ibar monasteries, Kopaonik and Niš 6 to 7 days about 650 km
  1. Belgrade
  2. Topola
  3. Kraljevo
  4. Žiča
  5. Studenica
  6. Kopaonik
  7. Niš
  8. Belgrade

Head south via Topola and the Oplenac mausoleum, then Kraljevo and Žiča Monastery. The Ibar valley leads to Studenica, the country's most important medieval complex, away from the main road.

Then climb to the Kopaonik massif, a ski resort in winter and hiking ground in summer, before reaching Niš, its Ottoman fortress and the Skull Tower. The motorway brings you back to Belgrade in a few hours.

Distance
about 650 km
Recommended vehicle
Campervan recommended for the Kopaonik mountain roads
3 To Montenegro via Zlatibor and the Uvac 7 to 8 days about 800 km round trip
  1. Belgrade
  2. Zlatibor
  3. Nova Varoš
  4. Uvac Canyon
  5. Prijepolje
  6. Pljevlja
  7. Žabljak
  8. Belgrade

This route links the mountains of western Serbia to Montenegro. From Belgrade, head for the Zlatibor plateau, then Nova Varoš and the Uvac canyon, whose deep meanders shelter a colony of griffon vultures. Prijepolje and Mileševa Monastery come just before the border.

On the Montenegrin side, Pljevlja opens the road to Durmitor and Žabljak, less than 80 km from Zlatibor as the crow flies. Without written authorisation from the rental company and a green card covering Montenegro, this crossing is not possible; a one-way rental to Podgorica depends on availability and dates.

Distance
about 800 km round trip
Recommended vehicle
Campervan or compact motorhome, narrow mountain roads
Weather and seasons

When to go in Serbia?

Best time

May, June and September, the most pleasant months

May to June, September
highs 22.1 to 27.4 °C, lows 12.3 to 17.4 °C in Belgrade

In Belgrade, average highs rise from 22.1 °C in May to 27.4 °C in June, then fall back to 24.4 °C in September. May and June remain the wettest months, with 82 and 84 mm, often in thunderstorms. This is the best time for the southern mountains as well as for the Danube.

High season

July and August, continental heat

July to August
highs 29 to 29.3 °C, lows 18.7 to 18.8 °C in Belgrade

Belgrade reaches an average high of 29 °C in July and 29.3 °C in August, with 13 hours of sunshine a day in July. The plains of Vojvodina and the Morava valley get hotter than the western plateaus: in midsummer, Zlatibor, Tara and Kopaonik offer cooler nights.

April and October, the shoulder season

April, October
highs 18.2 to 18.6 °C, lows 7.5 to 9.4 °C in Belgrade

April has a high of 18.2 °C and October 18.6 °C in Belgrade, with only 42 mm of rain in October. Nights stay cool, with lows of around 7 to 9 °C: a heated campervan is preferable, and some mountain campsites only open from May.

Winter

November to March, the continental winter

November to March
highs 5.4 to 13.3 °C, lows -1.8 to 4.9 °C in Belgrade

In January, Belgrade has an average high of just 5.4 °C and an average low of -1.8 °C. Snow is frequent in the uplands, and winter equipment for the vehicle becomes compulsory when the road requires it. Winter suits ski trips to Kopaonik more than a road trip.

Regions

Regions to explore in Serbia

Serbia

Where to pick up your motorhome in Serbia?

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Step by step

Renting in Serbia, step by step

  1. 1

    Book from Belgrade

    Anywhere Campers rents campervans and motorhomes of several sizes in Belgrade. Enter your dates in the search: only the vehicles free at the branch for that period are shown.

  2. 2

    Arriving in Belgrade

    Nikola Tesla International Airport serves Belgrade from most European capitals. Have the branch address and key-handover hours confirmed, especially for a Sunday arrival.

  3. 3

    Get the countries you cross approved

    A crossing into Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina or Hungary must be declared when you book. The written authorisation and the insurance must name each country, even for a single day.

  4. 4

    Withdraw dinars as soon as you arrive

    Cash machines are plentiful in Belgrade and the mid-sized towns, rarer in villages. Withdraw enough to pay for tolls, campsites and markets for the first few days.

  5. 5

    Returning to Belgrade without stress

    Traffic in the capital is heavy at rush hour, especially on the Sava bridges. Aim to return in the middle of the day and fill up and empty the tanks before entering the city.

Practical tips

Everything to know before hitting the road

Every border is negotiated with the rental company

Serbia is in neither the Union nor the Schengen area. To leave for Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro or North Macedonia, the rental company must authorise it in writing and the insurance must cover each of these countries. Do not plan a crossing into Kosovo without explicit agreement: insurance and traffic rules there are different.

Tolls: keep dinars or a card

Motorways are paid for at the booth, on exit, according to the vehicle class. A large motorhome may fall into a more expensive class than a car. Keep dinars or a bank card within reach.

Registration of foreign visitors

Any stay by a foreigner must be reported to the police within 24 hours. Campsites and accommodation take care of this and give you a certificate to keep until you leave the country. Bear it in mind if you spend several nights outside campsites.

Country roads and horse carts

Off the motorways, the national roads run through villages: tractors, carts and pedestrians share them with no hard shoulder. The mountain roads to Uvac or Kopaonik are narrow and sometimes in poor condition after winter. Drive in daylight and allow plenty of time.

Where to sleep with a campervan

Campsites are less numerous than in Croatia but can be found around Belgrade, along the Danube and in the mountain areas. Many rural guesthouses also accept campervans on their grounds. In the national parks, stick to the designated overnight areas.

What travellers ask

Your questions about a road trip in Serbia

How many days for a road trip in Serbia?

A week allows one main route: the Danube and the Iron Gates, or the southern monasteries as far as Niš. With two weeks, you can combine the two, or add the mountainous west and a crossing into Montenegro.

Can you rent anywhere other than Belgrade?

Belgrade is the only pick-up city in Serbia. The nearest pick-up cities abroad are Sarajevo, 196 km away as the crow flies, then Budapest, Skopje and Sofia; a border crossing is then added to the trip.

What is worth a detour in Serbia?

The Danube gorges at the Iron Gates, the monasteries of Studenica and Žiča, the Uvac canyon and its vultures, and Vojvodina around Novi Sad, with the vineyards of Sremski Karlovci and the Art Nouveau facades of Subotica.

Can Serbia be combined with Montenegro?

Yes, it is the most natural combination: Žabljak is less than 80 km from Zlatibor as the crow flies. Anywhere Campers is also present in Podgorica; a one-way rental between the two capitals depends on availability and dates.

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Campervan hire in Serbia

What currency is used in Serbia?

The Serbian dinar. Bank cards are accepted in towns, at large petrol stations and at tolls; small campsites and markets prefer cash. Euros are not an official means of payment.

Do you need a passport for Serbia?

For a short stay, a valid ID card is in principle enough for European citizens. Rules vary by nationality: check them before you leave, as every border crossing involves a check.

Do you pay to use the motorways?

Yes: most motorway sections are tolled, and the amount varies with the vehicle category. National roads are free, but slower because they run through villages.

Can you sleep outside campsites?

Spending the night outside a campsite is tolerated in some places but is not a right, and it is forbidden in the protected zones of the national parks. Campsites and guesthouse grounds remain the simplest solution, and they report your stay.

What equipment do you need in winter?

Winter tyres and suitable equipment are required when the road is snowy or icy, in practice from November to March in the mountains. For a winter departure, have the rental company confirm this equipment.

Can you return the campervan in another country?

Returning the vehicle anywhere other than Belgrade is only possible if the rental company offers it for your dates, as the search results show. Podgorica, in Montenegro, where Anywhere Campers also has a branch, is the most logical destination.

What is CoolDrive Nomad?

CoolDrive Nomad is a campervan and motorhome comparison and booking platform: over 300 rental companies in 60 countries, final prices compared, online booking. CoolDrive Nomad is not a rental company: the vehicles belong to the professional rental companies we compare, and we book with them on your behalf.

How do I compare rental companies to find the cheapest motorhome?

Enter your pick-up city, your dates and the number of travellers: in a single search, the comparison checks the rental companies available from that city and shows their offers with the total price of your trip, sorted from cheapest to most expensive by default. Then filter by vehicle type, number of seats, rental company or vehicle age to find the best price for your trip.

Is the price shown the final price?

The total price shown includes the rental, the rental company's mandatory fees and our fees: it is the amount you pay for the booking, with no card fees. If the rental company charges an amount payable on site, it is shown next to the price before you book, along with the excess, the mileage and the rental company's cancellation terms.

How is this different from peer-to-peer rental?

We only compare professional rental companies: pick-up depots, published terms and conditions, the rental company's insurance and excess detailed in every offer. The vehicle's age is shown when the rental company provides it. Peer-to-peer rental works differently: you rent a vehicle from its owner, on the owner's terms.

What is the best platform to rent a motorhome?

The one that lets you compare the most rental companies for your dates and see the final price before you pay. Check three things: does the price shown include mandatory fees? How many rental companies are compared? Are the excess, mileage and cancellation terms clear before you book? On CoolDrive Nomad, over 300 rental companies are compared in 60 countries, with the total price including mandatory fees and the rental company's terms in every offer.

Who can I contact for advice?

Our experts answer by phone, email and WhatsApp, before you book and during your rental. Their contact details are at the bottom of every page.

About us

Why take a motorhome to Serbia

Serbia stays away from the main tourist flows, and that is what makes it a good road trip ground: fortresses on the banks of the Danube, painted monasteries deep in the valleys, high plateaus where you meet more shepherds than visitors. Distances are covered quickly on the motorway, then the road slows as you approach the sights.

The campervan lets you follow that rhythm and sleep right by the western mountains or the riverbanks. You just need to plan ahead for the borders, the tolls and the registration of your stay, then extend, if time allows, to neighbouring Montenegro.