Campervan and Motorhome hire — Thuringia

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Motorhomes available for hire — Thuringia

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.

Campervans available for hire — Thuringia

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.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Thuringia

Thuringia — a region worth exploring

Thuringia's Rennsteig trail stretches 169 km along the ridge of the Thuringian Forest, making it Germany's oldest and most popular long-distance hiking path. This compact central German state packs in a remarkable concentration of cultural and natural landmarks, from the Wartburg Castle in Eisenach — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Martin Luther translated the New Testament — to the Bauhaus Museum in Weimar, just 85 km to the east. The drive from Erfurt, the state capital with its striking medieval cathedral, south to the spa town of Bad Salzungen covers roughly 75 km through rolling green hills and quiet valleys. Thuringia's roads are well suited to campervan and motorhome travel: most routes wind through gentle terrain with good surfaces, and smaller towns offer convenient overnight parking. Beyond the cities, you can explore the Kyffhäuser Monument near Bad Frankenhausen, the Saalfeld Fairy Grottoes, and the vast Hainich National Park — Germany's largest connected area of beech forest. Whether you are drawn to Thuringia's literary heritage, its forested ridgelines, or its traditional Thuringian bratwurst culture, the region rewards slow, flexible travel. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Thuringia, choosing from a range of vehicles to match your group size and travel style. It is a practical, peer-to-peer way to discover this part of Germany at your own pace.

Best time to visit

May to October is the prime window for exploring Thuringia by campervan, with long daylight hours and comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities. The Weimar Onion Market (Weimarer Zwiebelmarkt) in mid-October draws over 300,000 visitors and is one of the oldest folk festivals in Germany — well worth timing your trip around. Summer months are ideal for hiking the Thuringian Forest, while September brings harvest festivals across the region's smaller towns. Booking through Yescapa during spring or autumn can offer better availability and more competitive peer-to-peer rates from local owners. Campsites in Thuringia generally operate from April through to late October, so plan accordingly.

The best road trips in Thuringia

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

Thuringia's Cultural Cities Loop

180 km 3–6 days

This 180 km circuit connects Erfurt, Weimar, and Jena — three of Thuringia's most culturally rich cities. Allow 3–6 days to visit Erfurt's medieval old town, Weimar's Bauhaus sites, and Jena's botanical garden. Campervan-friendly parking is available near each city centre.

Rennsteig Ridge Route

150 km 3–5 days

Follow the 150 km Rennsteig trail corridor through the Thuringian Forest, passing Oberhof and Neustadt am Rennsteig. Over 3–5 days, enjoy forest walks and panoramic viewpoints. The route suits both campervans and motorhomes, with well-maintained roads and campsites along the way.

Castles and Fortresses of Thuringia

280 km 5–8 days

Covering 280 km over 5–8 days, this route takes in the Wartburg in Eisenach, Dornburg Castles above the Saale valley, and the Leuchtenburg near Kahla. Ideal for a motorhome trip with plenty of designated parking near each castle site.

Saale Valley and Reservoir Trail

350 km 5–8 days

This 350 km route follows the Saale River through Saalfeld and Rudolstadt before reaching the Hohenwarte and Bleiloch reservoirs. Plan 5–8 days to enjoy lakeside campsites and riverside walks. A campervan is perfect for the quieter roads along the valley.

Grand Tour of Thuringia

520 km 7–11 days

At 520 km over 7–11 days, this loop covers Erfurt, Mühlhausen, the Kyffhäuser Monument, Jena, and the Thuringian Forest. It offers a thorough overview of the state's highlights, with campsites and motorhome stopovers spread evenly across the route.

Thuringia and Harz — Forest to Mountain

600 km 10–15 days

This 600 km journey over 10–15 days links the Thuringian Forest with the Harz Mountains, passing through Nordhausen and up to the Brocken area. Suitable for both campervans and motorhomes, with scenic stops at Barbarossa Cave and the Rappbode Dam 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 Thuringia

Recommended campsites

Thuringia offers a good spread of campsites across its forests, lakeshores, and historic towns. Whether you are travelling in a campervan or a larger motorhome, you will find pitches with electrical hook-ups, fresh water, and waste disposal facilities. Many sites sit close to hiking trails in the Thuringian Forest or beside reservoirs in the south, giving you easy access to nature without sacrificing comfort. Booking ahead is recommended during summer months.

  • Campingplatz Am Stausee Hohenfelden HohenfeldenLakeside pitches, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, swimming area, playground
  • Campingpark Mühlhausen MühlhausenMotorhome service point, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, Wi-Fi, shop
  • Camping Am Schwimmbad Zella-Mehlis Zella-MehlisPitches for campervans and motorhomes, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, adjacent swimming pool
  • Campingplatz Linkenmühle Saalburg-EbersdorfReservoir-side location, electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, boat hire, waste disposal
  • Campingplatz Paulfeld EisenachElectrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, close to Wartburg Castle, quiet woodland setting
  • Camping Drei Gleichen MühlbergPitches with electrical hook-ups, showers, toilets, views of the Drei Gleichen castles, hiking access

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Thuringia

Thuringia's motorway network centres on the A4, which crosses the state east to west, and the A71/A73, which run north to south through the Thuringian Forest via modern tunnels. There are no toll charges for cars or motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes on German motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes must register for the toll system. The general speed limit for motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes is 100 km/h on motorways and 80 km/h on rural roads. Rest areas with motorhome-friendly parking are well distributed along the A4 and A71. Some mountain roads in the Thuringian Forest are narrower, so check your vehicle dimensions before heading into smaller valleys.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Thuringia

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

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Fueron dos chicas muy amables y atentas. Han cuidado la furgoneta muy bien y la han devuelto en perfecto estado

Ciaran Andrew
5 / 5

Simon and his girlfriend Arantx were fantastic. Both were very friendly and helpful from start to finish. The van was in excellent condition and stocked with all the essential we needed for the trip! Highly recommend

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