Campervan Hire Munich

No, wild/free camping in Germany is generally not permitted. However, a single overnight stop may be allowed if it’s strictly to restore your fitness to drive (a safety rest), provided you are parked somewhere that parking is allowed and there is no local prohibition. In that case, you must avoid ‘camping-like’ behaviour (no chairs/tables, no awning, no grilling), and you should move on again the next day.

There are plenty of campsites in Germany, and prices vary by season and region. As a rough guide, many campsites start from around €30 per night, and a typical overnight stay in peak season is often around €40 for a standard camping ‘bundle’ (pitch and people), depending on what’s included.

Germany also has Stellplatz (motorhome stopovers), which are designated places where you are officially allowed to stop overnight with your motorhome—often near town centres and tourist sights. Many Stellplatz sites offer basic facilities such as electricity plus fresh water and waste water services, and sometimes sanitary facilities. Some charge a small fee (often less than a campsite), while others are free of charge.

All drivers must have a current and full driving licence to hire a vehicle. If your licence is from the UK, it must entitle you to drive a Category B vehicle up to 3,500kg. For certain larger models, a Category C1 licence (3,500–7,500kg) or Category C licence (over 7,500kg) is required.

Foreign licences are acceptable in Germany, but requirements vary by licence origin. EU/EEA licences are generally valid without an IDP. In other cases, Germany may require an International Driving Permit (IDP) and/or an official German translation depending on the issuing country and the licence format/language. An IDP is only valid alongside your original licence (it is not sufficient on its own).