Site | Type | Distance to City Center |
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Campingplatz Mainkur | Riverside Campsite | About 30 min (Tram 11) |
City Camp Frankfurt | Urban Campsite | About 10 min (U6/U7 from Niddapark) |
Stellplätze are basic RV parking areas that often cost €5–15 per night. Look for signs that say 'Wohnmobilstellplatz'.
Many Park and Ride (P+R) sites surround Frankfurt. You can park your van there and take the S-Bahn or U-Bahn trains straight to downtown.
No, wild/free camping in Germany is illegal and strictly prohibited.
There are plenty of campsites in Germany, starting around €30 ($32 USD) per night.
Germany also has Stellplatz which are roadside areas where you are officially allowed to stop overnight with your motorhome. Many of these Stellplatz sites are equipped with basic facilities including sanitary stations or hookups. Some charge a minor fee while some are free of charge.
To operate a motorhome weighing up to 7,716 pounds in Germany, you need a valid Type B driving license (Equivalent to Class D in the U.S. or Class G in Canada). If you're aiming to commandeer a larger campervan weighing more than 7,716 pounds, you're required to secure a B96 extension or possess a Type C or C1 license.
You should be at least 21 years of age to rent a campervan in Germany, with a minimum of one year's worth of driving experience under your belt. Planning to rent a more hefty vehicle weighing over 7,716 pounds? You'll need to be at least 23 years old for that.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.