Bochum is the perfect starting point for discovering Germany with a camper van because from here you can explore both Germany and the neighboring countries. Eat a delicious Belgian waffle or admire a field of tulips at the foot of one of the countless Dutch windmills. Bochum is the ideal place to explore Western Europe on an unforgettable road trip. We recommend renting a camper van or Class C RV and setting off on your next adventure.
Bochum
Address
Werner Hellweg 403
44894 Bochum
Germany
Getting to the station
From Dortmund Airport (DTM): From the airport, take the Airport Express “AirX” to Dortmund Central Station (Dortmund Hauptbahnhof). Transfer to the S-Bahn suburban rail line and board the S1 (S-Bahn) suburban train “Essen” to “Bochum-Langendreer West”. Transfer to bus 345 toward “Bochum Dahlhausen” to “Bochum Werner Straße”. From here, it’s a three-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Alternatively, you can take a Taxi / Uber (30 minutes).
From Bochum Town Hall Station (Rathaus Bochum): From the station, board bus 345 to “Arnoldschacht”. From here, it’s a 3-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
On-street parking is available outside the roadsurfer station or in the “Arnoldschacht” industrial estate. Please be aware that this parking is not monitored.
VW T6.1 California Beach
VW T6.1 California Ocean
New VW California Ocean / Coast
Ford Nugget Plus
Mercedes Marco Polo
Various Manufacturers
Various Manufacturers
Various Manufacturers
Various Manufacturers
Various Manufacturers
Hymer Grand Canyon
Whether it’s a short weekend trip in Bochum and the surrounding area, or a road trip through Europe, things are always more flexible on your vacation with a roadsurfer camper van rental. With us, you’ll find the right camper van or Class C RV for every vacation, easily and conveniently, from the comfort of your home! Not sure how to get started? With our tips on camper van rental in Bochum, you can start planning your vacation with ease.
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for short tourist visits to Germany. Here’s what you should know if you’re planning to travel:
There are plenty of parking garages in Bochum where you can leave your camper van or Class C RV rental, such as:
You can also find a few free parking spaces in Ehrenfeldstraße near the city center, or in Nordstraße at the corner of Weststraße, right in the city center. Free parking is also available on Goldschmidtstraße.
Before you return your roadsurfer camper van, you can refill with diesel and AdBlue at one of these convenient gas stations near our location here:
Please note: The AdBlue service station information provided is for guidance only and is provided without warranty of any kind; customers are advised to check the information for accuracy on their own responsibility, as roadsurfer assumes no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information.
After picking up your camper van, you can fill up the fresh water tank at the supply and disposal stations in Bochum, as well as dispose of grey water before returning your vehicle. The closest service area is a 10-minute drive from our rental station in Bochum.
The best time to rent a camper van in Bochum is from May to September when it’s a pleasant 64°-74°F. July is the warmest month with minimal rain, and when Europe’s largest inner-city open-air festival “Bochum Total” takes place. It’s also worth traveling to Bochum in August and September when you can take your camper van rental to the Ruhr Tent Festival at Lake Kemnader.
