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Campervan and motorhome hire in Amsterdam

Camper vans and motorhomes for Holland, Friesland and the North Sea

Compare the 5 campervan and motorhome rental companies in Amsterdam to find the best price, and book at the price shown, mandatory fees included.

per day, from (observed prices)
€108
rental partners
5
branches
5
  • 6 partner companies and 6 depots
  • Pick-up in Lisse and Hillegom, near Keukenhof
  • Utrecht 34 km as the crow flies
  • Pleasant climate from May to September
  • Vans sleeping 2 and motorhomes for up to 6

For campervan hire in Amsterdam, the best move is to leave the canals to the bicycles and hit the road as soon as you leave the city: in less than an hour you reach the windmills of Zaanse Schans, the fishing villages of the IJsselmeer, the tulip fields of Lisse or the North Sea dunes. Further afield, Friesland, the island of Texel and Zeeland extend the trip. Our 6 partner companies, including Anywhere Campers, Indie Campers, McRent and Touring Cars, rent everything from camper vans for two to family motorhomes.

Four of them hand over their vehicles outside the city, in the bulb region, in Flevoland or on the edge of the Veluwe: a start without crossing the centre.

5 rental partners

Where to pick up your vehicle in Amsterdam?

Avis Explore Rental company category:Standard

Public rating of the rental company: 4.1/5 (506 reviews)

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

  • Avis-Car-Away Amesterdão
    Amesterdão
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McRent Rental company category:Standard

  • McRent Amsterdam c/o Booij Campers B.V.
    Splijtbakweg 24, 1333 HC Almere-Buiten
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Rent Easy Rental company category:Premium

  • Rent easy Amsterdam c/o Kampeercentrum de Jong B.V.
    Beeklaan 24a, 2191 Hillegom/de Zilk
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Touring Cars Rental company category:Standard

  • Touring Cars c/o Oké Camper Verhuur B.V.
    Hoevelakenseweg 76, 3784 WJ Terschuur
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Observed prices

Rental prices observed in Amsterdam

Vehicle Winter January Spring April Summer July Autumn October
Campervan from €233/day median €236/day from €172/day median €254/day from €195/day median €301/day from €108/day median €240/day
Low-profile motorhome from €244/day median €262/day from €154/day median €260/day from €186/day median €312/day from €118/day median €252/day
Large motorhome from €250/day median €253/day from €181/day median €266/day from €227/day median €312/day from €153/day median €257/day

Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 2 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.

Road trip ideas

Road trips from Amsterdam

1 Waterland, Zaanse Schans and the IJsselmeer harbours 2 to 3 days about 160 km
  1. Amsterdam
  2. Zaanse Schans
  3. Marken
  4. Volendam
  5. Edam
  6. Hoorn
  7. Enkhuizen
  8. Amsterdam

North of the IJ, the windmills of Zaanse Schans lead to the meadows of Waterland; in Marken, you leave the vehicle in the car park at the village entrance and explore the wooden houses on mounds on foot. Volendam, Edam and its cheese, then Hoorn and Enkhuizen, former Dutch East India Company ports, line the IJsselmeer. The dyke roads are narrow: a campervan or camper van slips through easily.

Distance
about 160 km
Recommended vehicle
Campervan or camper van
2 Texel, the Afsluitdijk and the Frisian lakes 5 to 7 days about 400 km
  1. Amsterdam
  2. Alkmaar
  3. Den Helder
  4. Texel
  5. Afsluitdijk
  6. Harlingen
  7. Sneek
  8. Lemmer
  9. Amsterdam

Via Alkmaar and its cheese market, in season, the road north leads to Den Helder, where the ferry reaches Texel in about twenty minutes: dunes, seals and vast beaches facing the Wadden Sea. You then cross the great Afsluitdijk dyke to Harlingen, then the Frisian lakes of Sneek and Lemmer, another departure city of our partners, before returning through the polders of Flevoland.

Distance
about 400 km
Recommended vehicle
All types of motorhomes
3 Bulb fields, Delft, Kinderdijk and Zeeland 5 to 6 days about 450 km
  1. Amsterdam
  2. Lisse
  3. Leiden
  4. The Hague
  5. Delft
  6. Kinderdijk
  7. Brouwersdam
  8. Zierikzee
  9. Middelburg
  10. Rotterdam
  11. Amsterdam

To the south-west, the flower fields between Hillegom and Lisse lead to Leiden, then to The Hague and the dunes of Scheveningen. After Delft and its blue pottery, the listed windmills of Kinderdijk come before the beaches of Goeree-Overflakkee, the Brouwersdam, Zierikzee and Middelburg. The return leg passes through Rotterdam, where you can also drop off the vehicle if the company accepts one-way hires.

Distance
about 450 km
Recommended vehicle
Low-profile motorhome or campervan
Weather and seasons

When to go in Amsterdam?

Best time

Spring and September

April to June, September
highs 13 to 21 °C, lows 5 to 13 °C

The best period: tulips and hyacinths in April and May, very long days in June, quieter campsites in September. The air stays cool, especially in the evening, and the wind blows hard on the dykes: bring warm clothes and a windbreaker, even in spring.

High season

July and August

July to August
highs 22 °C, lows 14 to 15 °C

The warmest months, and the busiest: the beaches of Zandvoort and Texel, Frisian campsites and IJsselmeer harbours fill up quickly. Showers remain common; book your vehicle, ferry and pitches well in advance.

March and October

March, October
highs 10 to 15 °C, lows 3 to 10 °C

Two cool, windy shoulder seasons, October being the wettest month of the year. In return, campsites are almost empty, the Veluwe forests take on autumn colours and March sees the first crocuses bloom in the bulb region.

Winter

November to February

November to February
highs 7 to 10 °C, lows 2 to 5 °C

Winter is grey, damp and short on sunshine, but rarely freezing. Some campsites close, others stay open along with many camperplaatsen. A well-heated vehicle lets you combine Amsterdam's museums, Christmas markets and long walks on the deserted North Sea beaches.

Climate in Amsterdam, month by month

Most pleasant months: May to September.

Month High Low Rain Sun
Jan 7 °C 2 °C 79 mm 4 h/day
Feb 8 °C 3 °C 77 mm 5 h/day
Mar 10 °C 3 °C 61 mm 8 h/day
Apr 13 °C 5 °C 60 mm 10 h/day
May 18 °C 9 °C 66 mm 12 h/day
Jun 21 °C 13 °C 78 mm 12 h/day
Jul 22 °C 14 °C 84 mm 12 h/day
Aug 22 °C 15 °C 72 mm 11 h/day
Sep 20 °C 12 °C 79 mm 9 h/day
Oct 15 °C 10 °C 105 mm 6 h/day
Nov 10 °C 5 °C 77 mm 4 h/day
Dec 8 °C 3 °C 80 mm 3 h/day

Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).

Practical tips

Everything to know before hitting the road

Park and ride rather than the centre

Parking in central Amsterdam is among the most expensive in Europe, and the quays, narrow bridges and cycle lanes leave little room for a motorhome. Park in a park-and-ride (P+R) on the outskirts, then take the metro or tram; check the maximum height first, as many of these car parks are covered.

Low-emission zone inside the A10 ring

Inside the A10 ring road, Amsterdam bans the oldest diesel vehicles, and since 2025 a zero-emission zone has targeted delivery vans and lorries. Recent rental vehicles are normally compliant, but the rules depend on how the vehicle is registered: ask the rental company to confirm and check the rules in force before driving through the city.

Camperplaatsen in the IJsselmeer harbours

Wild camping is banned in the Netherlands, including in car parks at the foot of the dykes. Around the IJsselmeer, the marinas of Hoorn, Enkhuizen or Lemmer often have a camperplaats, a paid motorhome area with electricity and waste disposal, ideal for a night facing the sailing boats.

Wind on the dykes

On the Afsluitdijk, the Houtribdijk between Enkhuizen and Lelystad or the Zeeland dams, nothing stops the sea wind. A tall motorhome is very sensitive to side gusts there: slow down, keep a firm grip on the wheel and, if a storm warning is issued, postpone the crossing.

What travellers ask

Your questions about a road trip in Amsterdam

Where can I pick up a campervan in Amsterdam?

Six partner companies welcome you: Anywhere Campers and Avis Explore in Amsterdam, Indie Campers in Lisse and Rent Easy in Hillegom, in the heart of the bulb region, McRent in Almere-Buiten, in Flevoland, and Touring Cars in Terschuur, near Barneveld, about an hour's drive to the south-east. The exact address is in your confirmation.

How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Amsterdam?

The rate depends mainly on the season, the length of hire and the size of the vehicle: a van for two in November and a family motorhome during the tulip season are not comparable. Run a search with your dates to compare the offers of our six companies in the Amsterdam area, mandatory fees included and bookable immediately.

Which vehicles can I hire in Amsterdam?

The offers observed range from vans sleeping two, such as the Compact Plus or the Urban Plus, to the Sunlight A70, an over-cab motorhome with six seats. In between, the Carado T-447 takes four people, the Adria Matrix and the Sunlight T 68 five. Several models come with manual or automatic gearboxes: state your preference when choosing the offer.

Can I visit Keukenhof by campervan?

Yes, and it is one of the best starting points: Indie Campers in Lisse and Rent Easy in Hillegom are a few minutes from the park. Keukenhof only opens in spring, usually from mid-March to mid-May, and the surrounding fields bloom mostly in April. Buy your ticket online and arrive at opening time, before the coaches.

Can I return the vehicle in Utrecht, Rotterdam or Lemmer?

Utrecht, Amersfoort, Houten, The Hague, Rotterdam and Lemmer are also departure cities of our partners. One-way hires depend on each company and often carry a surcharge; by entering the return city in your search, you only see the offers that accept it, surcharge included. Lemmer, for example, lets you end a Frisian loop without returning to Amsterdam.

How many days should I plan from Amsterdam?

Two to three days are enough for Waterland and the IJsselmeer villages, five to six for the bulb coast, Kinderdijk and Zeeland. For Friesland and a Wadden island, allow at least a week: ferry crossings, days cycling on the island and the wind, which sometimes forces you to shorten a stage, all take time.

Verified customer reviews

They rented in Amsterdam with CoolDrive Nomad

4.3
818 reviews

This company has been very formal regarding the delivery and collection of the vehicle. Everything was as they informed us, the communication with them in both English and Spanish was easy.

M.
Netherlands · Sep 2024
Trustpilot

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
Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Amsterdam

What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in the Netherlands?

A category B licence is enough for vans and motorhomes with a maximum authorised mass of up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers most vehicles hired around Amsterdam. With a licence issued outside the European Union, an international driving permit may also be required. The minimum age and years of driving experience vary by company.

How do I get to the depots from Schiphol Airport?

Direct trains link Schiphol to Amsterdam and Almere; Hillegom and Barneveld, close to Terschuur, can be reached by train with one change. Lisse has no railway station: take a bus or taxi from the nearby airport. Let the rental company know your arrival time so you can arrange the vehicle handover appointment.

Where can I sleep in a motorhome in Amsterdam?

Campsites welcome motorhomes within the city itself, such as Gaasper, in the south-east, or the Amsterdamse Bos campsite, on the edge of Amstelveen, both linked to the centre by metro or bus. They fill up quickly from April to September: book ahead. Sleeping in the vehicle on public roads is banned and fined everywhere in the city.

Can I take a motorhome to the Wadden Islands?

Texel is reached from Den Helder by a frequent ferry that takes motorhomes without a reservation. For Terschelling and Ameland, book the vehicle crossing, as space is limited. Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog are closed to visitors' cars: you leave the motorhome in the harbour car park and board on foot or by bike.

When should I book a campervan in Amsterdam?

Several months ahead for the April flowering, King's Day at the end of that month, the Ascension and Whitsun long weekends and the summer, when the Dutch also travel in large numbers. In March, October and winter, a few weeks are often enough. For a specific model, an automatic for example, book as early as possible.

About us

Why start a motorhome trip from Amsterdam

Amsterdam combines a world-famous capital with, less than an hour's drive away, landscapes found nowhere else: the windmills of the Zaan, polders below sea level, the dykes of the IJsselmeer, flower fields and North Sea dunes. The country is compact and the stages short, leaving time for cycling, museums and the terraces of the old harbours.

Our six partner companies, spread between the city, the bulb region, Flevoland and the Veluwe, offer everything from vans for two to six-seat family motorhomes. Utrecht, Rotterdam, The Hague or Lemmer, other departure cities, let you end the trip elsewhere. And from May to September, the mild climate makes long evenings by the water particularly pleasant.

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