Low profile motorhome
Stadtallendorf
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€129
Campervan and Motorhome hire — Hesse
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Hesse and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Hesse
From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.
Low profile motorhome
Gießen
4 travelers
No reviews
Starting at
€68
Low profile motorhome
Lollar
5 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€100
Campervans available for hire — Hesse
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.
Large campervan
Stadtallendorf
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€109
Large campervan
Fulda
4 travelers
No reviews
Starting at
€80
Large campervan
Lollar
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€80
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Hesse
Hesse — a region worth exploring
Hesse is home to the Bergstraße, one of Germany's oldest tourist routes, stretching 80 km from Darmstadt to Heidelberg through orchards and vineyards that bloom as early as March. The region spans roughly 21,100 square kilometres in central Germany, offering a rewarding mix of forested uplands, river valleys and historic towns. From Frankfurt — Germany's fifth-largest city — to the medieval half-timbered streets of Marburg, the distance is just 95 km, making Hesse easy to explore at your own pace. Nature lovers can head to the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage beech forest surrounding the Edersee reservoir, while the Rheingau wine region along the Rhine offers gentle slopes and celebrated Riesling vineyards. Further north, the Rhön Biosphere Reserve rewards visitors with open moorland and panoramic hilltop views from the Wasserkuppe, Hesse's highest peak at 950 metres. The 170 km drive from Wiesbaden to Fulda crosses the heart of the region, linking spa towns, castle ruins and quiet campsite stops along the way. Whether you fancy a compact campervan for winding vineyard lanes or a spacious motorhome for longer family tours, Yescapa connects you directly with local owners across Hesse, so you can pick up your vehicle close to where your adventure begins and enjoy the flexibility of peer-to-peer hire.
Best time to visit
May to October is ideal for a campervan trip through Hesse, with long daylight hours and mild temperatures perfect for outdoor exploring. The Rheingau Wine Festival in Wiesbaden each August celebrates the region's Riesling heritage with tastings and live music, while the Hessentag — a major state festival held in a different Hesse town each June — showcases local culture and traditions. Spring brings early blossoms along the Bergstraße, and autumn rewards with golden forests in the Taunus hills. Booking through Yescapa outside peak summer months often means better availability and more competitive peer-to-peer prices from local owners.
The best road trips in Hesse
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The Bergstraße Blossom Route
150 km 3–5 days
This 150 km loop follows one of Germany's warmest corridors from Darmstadt south through Bensheim and Heppenheim. Orchards and vineyards line the route, with castle ruins perched above each town. Ideal for a compact campervan, with well-signed campsites along the way.
The Fairy Tale Road through Northern Hesse
350 km 5–8 days
Covering 350 km, this route traces the Brothers Grimm legacy from Kassel through Schwalmstadt to Bad Wildungen. Visit the Grimmwelt museum and the half-timbered villages that inspired classic tales. Campsites are plentiful, and the roads suit both campervans and motorhomes.
Taunus and Lahn Valley Loop
280 km 5–8 days
A 280 km circuit from Wiesbaden through the wooded Taunus hills to Weilburg and along the scenic Lahn Valley to Limburg. Stop at the Saalburg Roman Fort and enjoy riverside pitches. The winding roads are best suited to a campervan or smaller motorhome.
Grand Hesse Circuit
520 km 7–11 days
This 520 km tour links Frankfurt, Marburg, Kassel and Fulda in a full loop through Hesse's heartland. Explore Wilhelmshöhe Park in Kassel and the baroque quarter of Fulda. Motorhome-friendly stopovers are easy to find, and the mix of motorway and country roads keeps driving varied.
Hesse and Rhön Discovery Trail
600 km 10–15 days
Stretching 600 km, this route ventures from Frankfurt east to the Rhön Biosphere Reserve, taking in the Wasserkuppe summit and Fulda before looping back via the Vogelsberg. Allow 10 to 15 days to enjoy moorland hikes and stargazing in one of Germany's darkest-sky areas.
Rheingau Wine Trail
180 km 3–6 days
A leisurely 180 km route from Wiesbaden through Rüdesheim and Eltville along the Rhine's north bank. Sample Riesling at historic estates and ride the cable car above the vineyards. Compact campervans are perfect for the narrow village roads, with riverside campsites dotted throughout.
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 Hesse
Recommended campsites
Hesse offers a wide spread of campsites, from lakeside pitches beside the Edersee to vineyard-edge spots in the Rheingau and forest clearings in the Taunus hills. Most sites provide electric hook-ups, fresh water, waste disposal and modern shower blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. Many open from Easter through to late October, with a handful operating year-round near larger towns in Hesse.
- Camping Teichmann Edersee-HemfurthLakeside pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, children's playground, boat hire
- Campingplatz Fulda FuldaElectric hook-ups, Wi-Fi, showers, waste disposal, close to the city centre
- Campingpark Lahnaue MarburgRiverside pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, laundry, cycle-path access
- Camping Seeblick Kirchheim (Knüllgebirge)Lake views, electric hook-ups, showers, on-site shop, fishing
- Campingplatz Odersbach WeilburgWooded setting, electric hook-ups, showers, canoe launch, waste disposal
- Knaus Campingpark Bad Dürkheim Rüdesheim am RheinVineyard views, electric hook-ups, showers, restaurant, swimming pool
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Hesse
Germany's motorways are toll-free for cars and motorhomes under 7.5 tonnes, so you can travel Hesse's Autobahn network — including the A5, A3 and A7 — without paying any tolls. While many stretches have no general speed limit for cars, motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are restricted to 100 km/h on motorways and 80 km/h on rural roads. Vehicles under 3.5 tonnes follow standard car limits where posted. Hesse's motorway service areas are well spaced and often include dedicated parking bays for larger vehicles. Keep an eye out for low-emission zones (Umweltzonen) in Frankfurt and other cities — you will need a green environmental sticker to enter.
Frequently asked questions
Prices on Yescapa for a campervan in Hesse typically start from around £60 to £90 per night, depending on the vehicle size, season and equipment. Larger motorhomes with extra berths and amenities may range higher. Because you hire directly from local owners through our peer-to-peer platform, rates are often more competitive than traditional hire companies, and you can compare options across Frankfurt, Kassel and other Hesse pick-up points.
Yescapa owners across Hesse list their vehicles in cities and towns throughout the region. Frankfurt is the most popular pick-up area, but you will also find motorhomes and campervans available near Wiesbaden, Kassel, Darmstadt and Fulda. Our platform lets you search by location, so you can choose a vehicle close to your starting point and begin exploring Hesse straight away without a long transfer drive.
Travelling outside the peak summer months — particularly in May, early June or September — often brings lower nightly rates on Yescapa. Use the platform's filters to compare vehicles by price, and look for owners offering weekly discounts for longer Hesse road trips. Booking well in advance also helps you secure the best deals, and smaller campervans tend to be the most budget-friendly option for couples or solo travellers.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Hesse's vineyard lanes and smaller towns, a two-berth campervan is nimble and easy to park. Families of four or five are usually most comfortable in a motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette conversion. On Yescapa you can filter by berth count and vehicle length, so you can match the right size to your group and your planned route through Hesse's mix of city stops and countryside roads.
Yes — many Yescapa owners in Hesse welcome pets on board. When searching, use the pet-friendly filter to see campervans and motorhomes whose owners allow dogs. Hesse is a great region for travelling with your dog, thanks to its extensive forests, lake shores at the Edersee and well-marked walking trails in the Taunus and Rhön. Always confirm any pet policies directly with the owner before booking.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Hesse
Nikola
5 / 5
Amazing renter!
Nikola
5 / 5
Amazing renters!
Tim
5 / 5
Laura was very easy to communicate with and very helpful. Vehicle was very easy to drive. Presented in a very good condition and everything worked as expected. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a hassle free experience.
Charles
4 / 5
great van a few interior problems but apart from that all good
wayne thomas
4 / 5
check in took 1.40 hr! legible dirty outside with tape repairs to window and mirror paid for gas but when we got there found canister was empty and we had to replace ourselves
Ashleigh
5 / 5
Everything was amazing
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Large campervan
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4 travelers
5.0
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