Low profile motorhome
KI
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€125
Campervan and Motorhome hire — Kiel
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Kiel and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Kiel
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.
Coachbuilt motorhome
Kappeln
5 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€105
Low profile motorhome
Wahlstedt
4 travelers
No reviews
Starting at
€93
Campervans available for hire — Kiel
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
Heikendorf
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€51
Campervan
KI
3 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€85
Large campervan
Eutin
4 travelers
New
Starting at
€100
Why choose Kiel for your road trip
Kiel — a city worth exploring
Kiel sits at the end of the Kieler Förde, a 17-kilometre fjord-like inlet that has shaped the city's identity since it hosted the first Olympic sailing events in 1936. The waterfront promenade known as the Kiellinie stretches along the western shore, offering unbroken views of ferries crossing to Scandinavia. At the Schifffahrtsmuseum Fischhalle you can trace centuries of maritime heritage, while the Zoologisches Museum der Universität Kiel houses one of northern Germany's most impressive natural-history collections. For green space, the Alter Botanischer Garten provides a peaceful stop right in the city centre, and the Laboe Naval Memorial stands 18 km to the north at the mouth of the fjord, complete with a Second World War submarine you can walk through. Lübeck, with its UNESCO-listed old town, is roughly 88 km to the south-east, and the Danish border at Flensburg lies about 86 km to the north-west — both make rewarding day trips. The flat coastal terrain and well-maintained roads around Kiel are ideal for larger vehicles, and the region's network of smaller harbours and beaches gives you plenty of reasons to keep moving. With Yescapa, you hire your campervan or motorhome directly from local owners in the Kiel area, which means personal tips on the best waterside spots and flexible pick-up arrangements that suit your schedule.
Best time to visit
Kiel truly comes alive during Kieler Woche, the world's largest sailing event, held in the last full week of June each year. The festival fills the waterfront with live music, food stalls and tall ships, so booking your campervan early is well worth it. July and August bring the warmest weather for exploring the Baltic beaches, while September and October offer quieter roads and golden coastal light. Through Yescapa's peer-to-peer model, you can often find competitive hire prices outside peak weeks, and local owners in Kiel may share insider recommendations for the best moorings and overnight spots along the fjord.
Top getaways from Kiel
Kiel is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Kiel to Hamburg
130km south 3–6 days
Head 130 km south from Kiel to Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city. Allow 3 to 6 days to explore the Speicherstadt warehouse district and stroll around the Alster lakes. Stop in Neumünster on the way for its outlet shopping and textile museum. Motorhome parking is available at several dedicated sites near the Elbe.
Kiel to Eckernförde
28km northwest 1–3 days
A short 28 km drive north-west from Kiel brings you to the charming seaside town of Eckernförde. Spend 1 to 3 days walking the sandy beach, visiting the Bonbonkocherei sweet factory and tasting fresh-smoked fish at the harbour. Campervan pitches sit right behind the beach with direct sea views.
Kiel to Fehmarn
65km southeast 1–4 days
Travel 65 km south-east from Kiel across the Fehmarnsundbrücke bridge to reach the sunny island of Fehmarn. Over 1 to 4 days, discover the Meereszentrum aquarium in Burg and the wide sands of Südstrand beach. Several well-equipped campsites on the island welcome campervans of all sizes.
Kiel to Flensburg via the Schlei
160km northwest 3–6 days
This 160 km route north-west from Kiel follows the Schlei inlet through picturesque villages. Over 3 to 6 days, stop at the Viking museum Haithabu near Schleswig and browse the Rum Museum in Flensburg's old harbour quarter. Motorhome service points are dotted along the route for easy top-ups.
Kiel to Sylt via the North Sea coast
250km southwest 5–8 days
Cover 250 km south-west from Kiel to reach the island of Sylt, loaded onto the Autozug train at Niebüll. Allow 5 to 8 days and pause at the Multimar Wattforum in Tönning and the harbour town of Husum. Campervan spaces on Sylt fill up in summer, so reserve your pitch ahead.
Kiel to Rügen along the Baltic coast
310km southeast 5–8 days
Drive 310 km south-east from Kiel along the Baltic coastline to Germany's largest island, Rügen. Over 5 to 8 days, visit the chalk cliffs at Jasmund National Park and the elegant seaside resort of Binz. Rostock makes a great overnight stop, with dedicated motorhome parking near the old town.
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 parkings for recreational vehicles in Kiel
Recommended campsites
The Kiel area offers a fine selection of campsites along the Baltic shore, ranging from beachfront spots with panoramic sea views to quieter inland options surrounded by woodland. Most sites provide electric hook-ups, modern shower and toilet blocks, and dedicated pitches for both campervans and motorhomes. If you prefer to stay close to the city centre, several sites sit within a short drive of Kiel, giving you easy access to the waterfront and ferry terminals.
- Campingplatz Falckenstein Kiel (8km north)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, beach access, children's playground
- Campingplatz Fördeblick Stein (12km northwest)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, fjord views, Wi-Fi
- Camping Möltenort Heikendorf (10km east)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, waterfront pitches, waste disposal
- Campingpark Ostseestrand Kalifornien Schönberg (18km northwest)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, direct beach access, shop, restaurant
- Campingplatz Stakendorfer Strand Stakendorf (20km northwest)Electric hook-ups, showers, toilets, sea views, barbecue area
Where to park your motorhome
Kiel provides several dedicated motorhome and campervan parking areas close to the waterfront and city centre. Overnight stays in regular car parks are generally not permitted unless signposted otherwise, so look for designated Wohnmobilstellplätze (motorhome stopovers). These sites typically offer fresh-water supply, waste disposal and electricity for a modest daily fee. Always check posted height restrictions before entering multi-storey or barrier-controlled car parks with a larger vehicle.
- Motorhome Stopover Kiel-Wik, 3km north — Dedicated motorhome parking in the Wik district, close to the Tirpitzhafen marina. Offers fresh water, waste disposal and electricity hook-ups.
- Reventlouwiese Car Park, 1km north — Large open-air car park on the Kiellinie promenade, within walking distance of the city centre. Suitable for campervans during the day; check signage for overnight rules.
- Ostseekai Car Park, 1km northeast — Located near the cruise terminal and ferry port. Handy for arrivals and departures, with flat tarmac surfaces suitable for larger vehicles.
Frequently asked questions
For couples or solo travellers exploring Kiel and the Baltic coast, a compact campervan with two berths is easy to park and manoeuvre along harbour roads. Families of four or five are usually more comfortable in a motorhome with a fixed rear bed and dinette conversion. On Yescapa you can filter by berth count and vehicle layout, so you can match the right size to your group before you book.
Yes — many Yescapa owners in the Kiel area welcome pets on board, and you can use the pet-friendly filter when searching. The Baltic coastline around Kiel has several dog-friendly beaches, including sections at Falckenstein and Laboe. Just confirm any specific pet rules with the vehicle owner before your trip, and bring a towel for sandy paws after a day by the sea.
Prices for campervan hire in the Kiel area typically start from around £60 to £90 per night, depending on the season and vehicle type. Larger motorhomes with more berths may cost a little more. Because Yescapa connects you directly with private owners, you often find competitive rates compared to traditional hire companies, especially for longer trips along the Baltic coast.
On Yescapa, private owners across the Kiel area list their vehicles for hire, so pick-up locations vary. You might collect from residential neighbourhoods such as Wik, Holtenau or Mettenhof, or from surrounding towns like Eckernförde and Preetz. Each listing shows the exact pick-up point, and many owners offer flexible meeting arrangements to fit your travel plans.
To get the best value on Yescapa, try booking well in advance or looking at dates outside Kieler Woche in late June, when demand peaks. Mid-week departures and longer hire periods often come with lower nightly rates. Use the price filter and compare several listings in the Kiel area — peer-to-peer hire means each owner sets their own price, so there is real variety to choose from.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Kiel
Aleksandra
5 / 5
Everything like on description and good communication with the owner. We had a lovely time! Thank you :))
Anthony James
5 / 5
The owner was extremely helpful, and the vehicle was in excellent condition. The vehicle was clean and good on fuel. Ibwould definetly recommend this vehicle and owner . Thank you.
giulia
5 / 5
Everything went great!!! The van is amazingly equipped, Sérgio is always available and kind, great experience!!
Mary
5 / 5
Very enjoyable experience, the van was very comfortable, well equipped..dealing with Yescapa was seamless and the van owners very friendly and helpful, they went out of their way for us.
James
5 / 5
This was an excellent campervan for our party of 4 adults (and can easily sleep 6). Everything we used in the van was great and worked well. The large fridge/freezer and awning was helpful. Toilet and shower worked well. João was great throughout the whole process. He was really quick and helpful in all his communications before the trip, and during check-in he was really thorough with explaining all of the van's systems (even though we didn't speak Portuguese). We had a minor accident, and João was very reasonable and fair about the repairs. All together a very good experience, thank you!
Nicholas
5 / 5
We had an absolutely fabulous stay in this van, Bruno met us at the ferry port and the process was very easy and smooth! The van was perfect and had everything we needed, Bruno went above and beyond and provided bedding towels etc it was fab!