Camper and RV rental — Rhineland-Palatinate

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Motorhomes available for hire — Rhineland-Palatinate

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Campervans available for hire — Rhineland-Palatinate

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Rhineland-Palatinate

Rhineland-Palatinate — a region worth exploring

Rheinland-Pfalz is home to the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley, where over 40 castles line a 65-kilometre stretch of river between Koblenz and Bingen. This western German state blends dramatic river gorges, rolling vineyards, and ancient Roman heritage into a landscape that feels tailor-made for life on the road. The Eifel region to the north features volcanic crater lakes known as Maare, while the Pfälzerwald — Germany's largest contiguous forest — stretches across the south. From Trier, the country's oldest city founded by the Romans in 16 BC, to the Deutsche Weinstraße running 85 kilometres through the Palatinate wine country, every turn reveals something worth stopping for. Mainz, the state capital on the Rhine, is just 130 kilometres from Trier, making it easy to connect major highlights in a few days of driving. The Moselle Valley offers winding roads flanked by steep terraced vineyards, ideal for slow-paced campervan touring. Whether you prefer a compact campervan for navigating narrow valley roads or a larger motorhome for extended family trips, Yescapa connects you with local owners across Rheinland-Pfalz who share their vehicles peer-to-peer. Hiring directly from someone nearby means more choice, competitive pricing, and personal tips on the best routes and overnight spots throughout the region.

Best time to visit

Rheinland-Pfalz is a rewarding destination from spring through autumn. May and June bring warm days perfect for driving the Moselle Valley as vineyards turn green, and the Rhein in Flammen fireworks festival lights up the river in several locations between May and September. Autumn is equally special — the Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt in Bad Dürkheim, the world's largest wine festival, takes place each September. Campsites along the Rhine and Moselle are open from April to October, with the widest availability in the shoulder months. Booking a campervan through Yescapa during spring or early autumn often means better peer-to-peer rates and quieter roads across Rheinland-Pfalz.

The best road trips in Rhineland-Palatinate

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

Rhine Castle Trail

350 km 5–8 days

Drive from Bingen along the Rhine through Bacharach and Sankt Goar to Koblenz, then continue through the Lahn valley to Limburg. The roughly 350-kilometre route links UNESCO heritage with half-timbered towns. The Loreley rock near Sankt Goar and the Marksburg near Braubach are essential stops. Riverside pitches offer direct views of the water.

Grand Rhineland-Palatinate Circuit

500 km 7–11 days

This 500-kilometre loop connects the highlights of Rhineland-Palatinate: start in Mainz, head through Worms and Speyer with its Romanesque cathedral into the southern Palatinate, then cross the Palatinate Forest to Kaiserslautern and continue via Idar-Oberstein to Trier. The tour balances culture, nature and wine – ideal for a week in a campervan.

Wine Route Tour

120 km 3–5 days

Follow the German Wine Route from Bockenheim to Schweigen-Rechtenbach through Rhineland-Palatinate. Over roughly 120 kilometres you pass Deidesheim, Bad Dürkheim and Hambach Castle. Wineries welcome visitors for tastings, and pitches among the vineyards make this campervan tour wonderfully relaxed.

Rivers and Forests Expedition

600 km 10–15 days

Over roughly 600 kilometres you cross the whole of Rhineland-Palatinate: from Trier along the Moselle to Koblenz, through the Eifel to the Nürburgring, into the Ahr valley at Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, then across the Hunsrück and Palatinate Forest back to Speyer. The tour combines river valleys, uplands and wine regions. Pitches for motorhomes and campervans are plentiful along the way.

Moselle Meanders Loop

180 km 3–6 days

Start in Koblenz and follow the Moselle's famous bends through Cochem and Traben-Trarbach to Bernkastel-Kues. The roughly 180-kilometre route takes you past steep vineyards and the Reichsburg Cochem. Roads are well maintained and comfortable for motorhome travel throughout Rhineland-Palatinate.

Eifel Volcano Route

280 km 5–8 days

Explore the volcanic Eifel in Rhineland-Palatinate over roughly 280 kilometres. From Mayen head to the Laacher See, then on through Daun with its maar lakes to Gerolstein. Pitches with views of crater lakes await along the way. The route is ideal for a campervan and offers pure nature away from the cities.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!

Connecting people

Confirm your booking

Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.

Pick-up

Go on an adventure

On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.

Return

All good things must come to an end...

Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!

Campsites and road information in Rhineland-Palatinate

Recommended campsites

Rhineland-Palatinate offers campsites in a wide range of settings – from the banks of the Moselle to the vineyards of the Palatinate and the forests of the Eifel. Many sites provide pitches for motorhomes and campervans with electric hook-ups, fresh water and waste disposal. Whether right by the river or among the vines, Rhineland-Palatinate has a site to suit every travel style.

  • Knaus Campingpark Burgen/Mosel BurgenPitches right on the Moselle, electric hook-ups, sanitary facilities, Wi-Fi, bread roll service, playground
  • Camping Schinderhannes HausbaySpacious pitches, electricity, modern sanitary blocks, swimming pool, restaurant, walking trails from site
  • Campingplatz Loreleyblick Sankt GoarPanoramic view of the Loreley, electric hook-ups, sanitary facilities, kiosk, barbecue areas, access to the Rheinsteig trail
  • Camping Landal Warsberg SaarburgTerraced pitches overlooking the Saar valley, electricity, sanitary blocks, indoor pool, mini-golf, bicycle hire
  • Camping Harfenmühle MettlachNature setting near the Saar Loop, electric hook-ups, sanitary facilities, kiosk, walking trails, canoe hire
  • Campingpark Bad Dürkheim Bad DürkheimCentral location near the Wine Route, electric hook-ups, modern sanitary blocks, Wi-Fi, pitches for large motorhomes, thermal baths nearby

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Rhineland-Palatinate

German motorways (Autobahnen) in Rheinland-Pfalz are toll-free for all vehicles, including motorhomes. The A61 and A48 are the main north–south and east–west routes through the region. While some Autobahn sections have no speed limit for cars, motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are restricted to 100 km/h, and those under 3.5 tonnes to 120 km/h on unrestricted stretches. Rest areas with dedicated motorhome parking are well spaced along major routes. Many scenic roads through the Moselle and Rhine valleys are two-lane Bundesstraßen — well maintained but narrower, so allow extra time if driving a larger vehicle.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Rhineland-Palatinate

Efstratios
5 / 5

Very nice campervan, exactly like the photos, fully equipped and the host was helpful answering all of our questions even when we were on the trip!

Gareth
5 / 5

Just back from an amazing trip in Francois’s campervan. Everything with the van was perfect. It came with everything we needed and was so smooth to drive. There were 3 of us in the group - 1 adult and 2 teens and there was plenty of room. Bowls, plates, cutlery and cooking utensils were included of course. Bedding is available for a small extra fee Francois was amazing to rent from. He ensured there was great communication before, during and after the trip, and he arranged very handy pick up and collection points. He also sent several “how-to” videos over WhatsApp, which really helped us figure out our temporary home. I would highly recommend renting from him.

Samuel
5 / 5

Very smoothe. Very friendly

Jonas
5 / 5

Nice and helpful owner . Easy communication. Van is good to drive. Functional equipment.

Keegan
5 / 5

we had a really wonderful time with Aurélie’s camper van. A very reliable vehicle and fully equipped with everything we needed to be comfortable both in campsites and finding amazing panoramic views in the Pyrenees to camp overnight. Aurélie is a fantastic host, always reachable and going above and beyond for us. We felt very at home for our whole trip!

Alejandro
5 / 5

La reserva se hizo de forma rápida y sencilla. La camper se comportó genial conduciendo, fácil de llevar y muy versatil para poder aparcar y conducir por diferentes terrenos. El interior es espacioso y bien acabado, una experiencia 100% recommendable.

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