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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Northwestern Switzerland
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Northwestern Switzerland 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 — Northwestern Switzerland
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
Maulburg
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Low profile motorhome
Maulburg
4 travelers
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Campervans available for hire — Northwestern Switzerland
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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Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Northwestern Switzerland
Northwestern Switzerland — a region worth exploring
Nordwestschweiz is home to the point where Switzerland, France, and Germany meet — the Dreiländereck in Basel, one of the few places in Europe where you can stand in three countries at once. From Basel's world-class art museums, including the Kunstmuseum Basel and the Fondation Beyeler, to the medieval old town of Solothurn, often called Switzerland's finest Baroque city, this region packs remarkable variety into a compact area. The drive from Basel to Aarau covers roughly 70 km along the Aar valley, while Solothurn to Laufenburg is about 80 km through rolling Jura foothills and riverside landscapes. Nordwestschweiz offers gentle terrain ideal for both campervans and larger motorhomes, with well-maintained roads winding through the Jura hills, past the Roman ruins at Augusta Raurica, and along the Rhine. The region's network of smaller towns — Liestal, Rheinfelden, Olten — means you are never far from services, fresh provisions, or a scenic overnight spot. Through Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Nordwestschweiz, giving you a wider choice of vehicles and a more personal experience. Whether you want a compact campervan for two or a fully equipped family motorhome, the peer-to-peer model means competitive pricing and genuine local tips to help you make the most of your trip through this rewarding corner of Switzerland.
Best time to visit
May to October is the prime window for exploring Nordwestschweiz by campervan, with long days and comfortable temperatures for riverside stops and Jura hill walks. Basel's Herbstmesse, Switzerland's oldest and largest funfair, runs for two weeks from late October and is well worth timing your trip around. Summer brings the Basel Tattoo in July, a spectacular open-air military music festival. Campsites across Nordwestschweiz are fully open from April through to mid-October, so booking through Yescapa during spring or early autumn can offer excellent value thanks to peer-to-peer pricing, with fewer crowds and a relaxed pace on the road.
The best road trips in Northwestern Switzerland
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
Three Rivers Route
120 km 3–5 days
This 120 km route follows the Rhine, Aar, and Birs rivers through Nordwestschweiz over 3–5 days. Stop at the Roman site of Augusta Raurica and the old town of Rheinfelden. Riverside campervan pitches make overnight stops easy and scenic.
The Baroque Heart of the Jura
90 km 3–6 days
A leisurely 90 km loop over 3–6 days centred on Solothurn, Switzerland's Baroque jewel, and the Weissenstein ridge. Explore the Verena Gorge and Balsthal's Klus valley. Compact campervans suit the narrow Jura roads perfectly.
Swiss Jura Loop
250 km 5–8 days
Cover 250 km across Nordwestschweiz in 5–8 days, linking Basel, Laufenburg, Aarau, and Olten through the Jura foothills. Visit Olten's wooden bridge and the Hauenstein Pass. A motorhome gives you space for longer stays at well-equipped campsites along the way.
From the Rhine to the Bernese Alps
350 km 5–8 days
This 350 km route over 5–8 days heads south from Basel through Nordwestschweiz into the Emmental and towards Thun. Take in the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen and the cheese dairies of Affoltern. Suitable for both campervans and motorhomes.
Grand Swiss Cultural Route
480 km 7–11 days
Spanning 480 km over 7–11 days, this route connects Basel's Kunstmuseum, Solothurn's cathedral, and Aarau's painted gables before looping back via Liestal. Nordwestschweiz campsites offer reliable hook-ups for motorhomes throughout the journey.
Northern Switzerland Traverse
550 km 8–15 days
An 8–15 day, 550 km adventure crossing Nordwestschweiz from Laufenburg on the Rhine westward to Delémont, then east through Solothurn and Olten. Ideal in a campervan for flexibility. Stock up at local markets and enjoy Jura ridge viewpoints along the way.
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 Northwestern Switzerland
Recommended campsites
Nordwestschweiz offers a good spread of campsites along its river valleys and in the Jura foothills, catering to both campervans and motorhomes. Most sites provide electrical hook-ups, fresh water, waste disposal, and modern sanitary blocks with showers and toilets. Several are located close to town centres, making it easy to combine a night under the stars with a morning exploring Nordwestschweiz's cultural attractions.
- TCS Camping Basel Basel (Reinach)Electrical hook-ups, Wi-Fi, showers, toilets, playground, shop, motorhome service point
- Camping Waldhort LangenbruckPitches for campervans, showers, toilets, barbecue area, hiking trail access
- TCS Camping Solothurn SolothurnElectrical hook-ups, Wi-Fi, showers, toilets, laundry, riverside location
- Camping Aarburg AarburgMotorhome pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, waste disposal
- Camping Lido Laufenburg LaufenburgRiverside pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, swimming access
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Northwestern Switzerland
Switzerland requires a motorway vignette (CHF 40) for all vehicles using national motorways, including motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes must instead pay the LSVA heavy vehicle charge, calculated by distance and emissions class. On Nordwestschweiz motorways such as the A2 and A3, the speed limit for motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes is 80 km/h, while lighter vehicles may travel at 120 km/h. Rest areas along the A2 between Basel and Olten are well spaced and generally equipped with facilities suitable for larger vehicles. Keep in mind that some Jura mountain passes have tight bends, so plan your route if you are driving a wider motorhome.
Frequently asked questions
Prices on Yescapa for a campervan or motorhome in Nordwestschweiz typically start from around €80–€120 per night, depending on the vehicle size, season, and equipment. Because Yescapa is a peer-to-peer platform, you hire directly from local owners, which often means better value than traditional hire companies. Booking outside peak summer months can bring the nightly rate down further.
Through Yescapa, you can arrange to pick up a motorhome from private owners based across Nordwestschweiz, with vehicles available in and around Basel, Solothurn, and Aarau. The peer-to-peer model means pick-up locations are spread throughout the region rather than limited to a single depot, so you can often find a vehicle close to where your trip begins.
To find affordable campervan or motorhome hire in Nordwestschweiz, try searching on Yescapa outside the peak summer months — spring and early autumn offer great conditions and lower rates. Use the platform's filters to compare vehicles by price, and consider a smaller campervan if you are travelling as a couple. Peer-to-peer hire through Yescapa often undercuts traditional rental prices.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Nordwestschweiz, a compact campervan with two berths is ideal — easy to park and nimble on Jura hill roads. Families of four or five are better suited to a motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette. On Yescapa, each listing details the number of berths, sleeping layout, and vehicle dimensions, so you can match the right vehicle to your group size.
Yes, many owners on Yescapa welcome pets in their campervans and motorhomes. When searching for a vehicle near Nordwestschweiz, use the pet-friendly filter to see which listings allow dogs. The region's riverside paths and Jura walking trails are perfect for four-legged companions. Always check the owner's specific pet policy before booking to confirm any conditions.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Northwestern Switzerland
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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