Directly located on the Elbe, in a valley, is the charming city of Dresden. Rent a camper van in Dresden and admire the unique Baroque architecture and the world-famous classical music scene, or drive 17 miles and visit Meissen, a town famous for its porcelain. Afterwards, visit beautiful Saxon Switzerland, and explore the unusual rock formation and the famous Bastei Bridge. The possibilities are endless when you rent a roadsurfer camper van or Class B RV in Dresden!
From Dresden Airport (DRS): From the airport, take the S2 (S-Bahn) suburban train toward “Pirna” to “Dresden Industriegelände”. From here, it’s a 25-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Alternatively, you can take a Taxi / Uber (11 minutes).
From Dresden Central Station: From the station, board the S2 (S-Bahn) suburban train toward “Dresden Flughafen” (airport) to “S-Bahnhof Industriegelände”. From here, it’s a 20-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
Please be aware that parking facilities are not available at our station. However, a ‘Park + Ride’ car park “Industriegelände” is located at Elisabeth-Boer-Straße.
Visit the Frauenkirche, the Green Vault in the Dresden Residence Palace, and the Semper Opera House when you start your motor home holiday from Dresden. If you’re heading towards Poland from the station in your camper van, pay a visit to the fairytale Rakotz Bridge which is under 2 hours drive from Dresden. Or enjoy one of the many thermal baths in Karlovy Vary on your way to the Czech Republic. With our tips on hiring a camper van in Dresden, you won’t miss a thing when planning your vacation.
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:
Americans can visit Germany and other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism or business without a visa.
You must have a valid U.S. passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your planned stay, and proof of onward travel or return ticket may be requested upon arrival.
If you plan to travel from Germany to other European countries, check the entry requirements for each country, as rules may vary.
Beginning in 2025, U.S. travelers will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) approval online before arrival. The process is simple and similar to an ESTA for the U.S.
RV parking in Dresden
Discover all that the Dresden city center has to offer in your camper van rental. You can conveniently park your roadsurfer in the public car parks available throughout the city. You’ll find plenty of parking spaces along Stetzscher Straße, but don’t forget to purchase a parking ticket. Another public parking area is located at Melanchtonstraße 3. Plus, there are multi-story car parks at Alaunstraße 32, Bautzner Straße 29, or Metzer Straße 2, just make sure to double-check the vehicle height restrictions.
Nearby gas stations
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:
Shell, Hansastraße 60, 01127 Dresden
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.
Filling and emptying water tanks in Dresden
You can fill up your fresh water tank and dispose of your grey water right next to our camper van rental station in Dresden at the Holiday Cleany camper supply and disposal station:
Käthe-Kollwitz-Ufer 17, 01309, Dresden
Best time to visit Dresden
The best time to rent a camper van in Dresden is between June and September. At this time of year, you can expect pleasant temperatures of around 73°F during the day. It’s worth visiting the Dresden Music Festival at the beginning of June and the Elbhangfest on the last weekend of June, which is the arts festival with free entry to many cultural events around town. If you decide to visit Dresden earlier in the year, the international Dixieland Festival, a jazz festival with open-air concerts that ends with a traditional parade of old cars, is a highlight in mid-May.
Campgrounds near Dresden
Camping spots near Duisburg connect you to the Ruhr region’s industrial heritage and green riverfront parks. Visit highlights like Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord, the Inner Harbor, and the Rhine promenade. These camping spots provide a convenient base for exploring the Ruhr area and continuing your road trip across western Germany.
Camping Raben Camp Rabenau
Camping Cottania in Tharandt Tharandt
Camping on meadow near Dresden Weinböhla
Pitch at Hofemühle 5x7m No. 4 Dürrröhrsdorf-Dittersbach
Pitch at Hofemühle 98sqm No. 14 Dürrröhrsdorf-Dittersbach
Pitch at Hofemühle 9x8m No.10 Dürrröhrsdorf-Dittersbach
Campsite Limbach near Wilsdruff Wilsdruff OT Limbach
Pitch with a view of the countryside Bahretal
RV Travel Tips & Inspiration for Your Dresden Road Trip
