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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Centro
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Centro 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 — Centro
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.
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Sever do Vouga
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Campervans available for hire — Centro
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.
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Águeda
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2 travelers
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€33
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Centro
Centro — a region worth exploring
Centro is home to Portugal's oldest university — the University of Coimbra, founded in 1290 and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, complete with a baroque library that draws visitors from across the globe. This central Portuguese region stretches from the Atlantic coast inland to the Serra da Estrela, the country's highest mountain range on the mainland, peaking at 1,993 metres. From the surf-friendly beaches of Peniche to the thermal springs of Luso, Centro offers a remarkable variety of landscapes within relatively short distances. Coimbra to Aveiro is roughly 60 km, making it easy to combine a university city visit with a lagoon cruise through the Ria de Aveiro. Head south-east and you'll cover about 195 km from Coimbra to the fortified hilltop village of Monsanto, often called Portugal's most Portuguese village. The region's roads are well suited to both campervans and motorhomes, with wide national routes connecting coastal towns and quieter mountain roads winding through pine forests and granite villages. Tomar's Convent of Christ, Batalha Monastery, and the medieval walled town of Óbidos are all within easy reach on a single trip. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Centro, choosing from a range of vehicles to match your travel style and group size — a flexible, peer-to-peer way to explore one of Portugal's most rewarding regions.
Best time to visit
Centro is wonderful from late spring through to autumn. May and June bring warm, settled weather ideal for exploring the coast and mountains by campervan. The Festa das Latas in Coimbra each May is a lively student celebration worth timing your trip around, while the Festival Medieval de Óbidos in July transforms the walled town into a medieval fair. Summer is peak season, so booking your motorhome hire on Yescapa early gives you the best choice of vehicles from local owners — often at more competitive rates than traditional hire companies. Autumn is quieter, with mild temperatures perfect for Serra da Estrela drives and fewer crowds at Centro's monasteries and castles.
The best road trips in Centro
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
Castles and Convents Trail
150 km 3–6 days
This 150 km route through Centro links Tomar's Convent of Christ to Batalha Monastery and the castle at Leiria. Allow 3–6 days to explore at a relaxed pace, with well-placed campsites along the way. Ideal for a compact campervan trip with plenty of history at every stop.
From the Lagoon to the Mountains
350 km 5–8 days
Covering 350 km, this route runs from the Ria de Aveiro lagoon south-east to the peaks of Serra da Estrela. Over 5–8 days you'll pass through Viseu and Seia, with motorhome-friendly stopovers in mountain villages. Expect winding roads and rewarding views across Centro's green interior.
The Green Heart of Centro
400 km 6–8 days
A 400 km loop through Centro's lush inland valleys, taking in Coimbra, Penela, and the Schist Villages. Over 6–8 days, you'll drive through forests of eucalyptus and chestnut. Campervan or motorhome, the roads are well surfaced and campsites are dotted throughout the region.
The Silver Coast
180 km 3–5 days
This 180 km coastal route stretches from Peniche to Figueira da Foz along Centro's Atlantic shore. In 3–5 days you can surf at Supertubos, visit the Berlengas Islands, and explore São Martinho do Porto's sheltered bay. Plenty of beachside campsites welcome campervans.
The Grand Centro Circuit
550 km 7–11 days
At 550 km over 7–11 days, this route covers Centro from coast to border. Start in Aveiro, head through Coimbra and up to Guarda, Portugal's highest city. Motorhomes handle the main roads well, and you'll find service areas and campsites at regular intervals across the region.
Centro and the Spanish Border
600 km 10–15 days
A 600 km journey over 10–15 days exploring Centro's eastern frontier. From Castelo Branco to the fortified villages of Sortelha and Almeida, this route follows quiet roads near the Spanish border. A campervan is perfect for the narrower stretches, with wild camping spots in remote valleys.
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 Centro
Recommended campsites
Centro offers a good spread of campsites from the Atlantic coast to the Serra da Estrela highlands. Coastal parks near Peniche and Figueira da Foz provide direct beach access and sea breezes, while inland sites around Aveiro and Luso sit among forests and thermal springs. Most campsites in Centro cater to both campervans and motorhomes, with electric hook-ups, waste disposal points, and modern shower blocks as standard. Several also offer Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and on-site shops.
- Parque de Campismo da Figueira da Foz Figueira da FozElectric hook-ups, hot showers, swimming pool, restaurant, direct beach access
- Parque de Campismo de São Pedro de Moel Marinha GrandeShaded pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, playground, close to pine forest trails
- Parque de Campismo de Luso MealhadaElectric hook-ups, showers, barbecue area, near Buçaco Forest and thermal baths
- Parque de Campismo de Peneda Peneda (Serra da Estrela)Mountain setting, basic pitches, showers, ideal base for Serra da Estrela hiking
- Parque de Campismo de Aveiro – São Jacinto AveiroLagoon-side location, electric hook-ups, showers, nature reserve access, birdwatching
- Parque de Campismo Municipal de Peniche PenicheElectric hook-ups, hot showers, laundry, close to Supertubos beach and Berlengas ferry
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Centro
Portugal's motorway network in Centro includes the A1 (Lisbon–Porto) and the A17 along the coast, both of which are toll roads. Tolls can be paid via electronic devices (Via Verde) or at toll booths — some routes use electronic-only tolling, so it's worth setting up an EasyToll card at the border or at post offices. Motorhomes over 3,500 kg are classed as Category 2 vehicles and pay higher tolls. Speed limits for motorhomes under 3,500 kg are 120 km/h on motorways and 50 km/h in towns; heavier vehicles are limited to 90 km/h on motorways. Rest areas with parking suitable for larger vehicles are well spaced along the A1.
Frequently asked questions
Campervan hire in Centro through Yescapa typically starts from around €60–€90 per day, depending on the vehicle type, season, and how far in advance you book. Because Yescapa connects you directly with local owners, you'll often find more competitive rates than with traditional hire companies. Larger motorhomes for families may range from €100–€150 per day. Booking outside peak summer months can bring prices down further.
On Yescapa, you can arrange to pick up a motorhome directly from local owners across Centro. Popular collection points include Coimbra, Aveiro, and Leiria, all well connected by motorway. Some owners in smaller towns like Viseu or Figueira da Foz also list their vehicles, giving you flexibility to start your trip closer to the area you want to explore first. Check listings on Yescapa to see what's available near your preferred starting point.
To find affordable campervan or motorhome hire in Centro, try booking well ahead of the summer peak on Yescapa. Travelling in May, June, or September often means lower daily rates and better vehicle availability. Yescapa's peer-to-peer model means owners set their own prices, so comparing several listings can help you find a great deal. Longer hire periods usually come with discounted daily rates too.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Centro, a compact campervan with two berths is easy to manoeuvre on narrower mountain roads around Serra da Estrela. Families of four or five are well suited to a motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette conversion. On Yescapa, you can filter by berth number and vehicle size to match your group. If you plan to visit walled towns like Óbidos, a smaller vehicle makes parking simpler.
Yes, a number of owners on Yescapa in Centro welcome pets in their campervans and motorhomes. You can filter listings by the pet-friendly option to find vehicles that suit you and your dog. Centro is a great region for dogs, with long beaches at Figueira da Foz and forest walks in Buçaco. Just check each listing's pet policy for any specific conditions, and bring a travel crate or blanket to keep the vehicle tidy.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Centro
Kieran
5 / 5
Super renter..
Colm
5 / 5
Eduardo is a wonderful person, very responsive to messages and generally couldn't be more helpful. Campervan is very well equipped and we had a wonderful experience.
Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5
He is a very nice guy, the van was very clean and everything was in good conditions!
Sean
5 / 5
Excellent in every way! Camper had everything needed for a very comfortable trip and holiday. Andres was very obliging and an absolute pleasure to deal with! I would highly recommend this choice.
Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5
Una pareja muy amable y simpática, han tratado la furgoneta muy bien y no ha habido ningun problema
Suleman
5 / 5
That was nice and smooth
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