The lively city of Frankfurt is famous for its skyscrapers with amazing views, but it also has plenty of nature for outdoor lovers. Rent a camper van or Class C RV and discover the Schwanheim dunes, the Mönchbruch nature reserve, or the Oberwald Lake. Or plan a wine tasting road trip and try the delicious dry Riesling in the wine region of the Rheingau. Our camper van rental station in Frankfurt is also a convenient starting point to travel to other destinations, such as Belgium or France, which are just 3-4 hours away.
Ferdinand-Porsche-Straße 9
60386 Frankfurt am Main
Germany
Getting to the station
From Frankfurt International Airport (FRA): From the airport, board the S9 (S-Bahn) suburban train toward “Hanau” to “Offenbach Zentrum”. From here, walk approximately 350 metres to “Offenbach Rathaus” and change to bus 41 toward “Leonhardsgasse” to “Robert Bosch Straße”. From here, it’s a 4-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
From Frankfurt City Centre: From the station (“Frankfurt (Main) Römer/Paulskirche”), take tram 11 toward “Schießhüttenstraße” to “Hugo Junkers Straße”. Transfer to bus 41 toward “Offenbach Zentrum” to “Robert Bosch Straße”. From here, it’s a 4-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
Free parking is available in the commercial area around the roadsurfer station. Please be aware that parking inside the roadsurfer station is not possible.
Alternatively, paid parking is available approximately 30-minutes walking distance away at “Am Hafendeck, 63067 Offenbach am Main”.
Whether it’s a short trip in the Rheingau wine region or a two-week camping vacation to nearby France, the Netherlands, or Switzerland, you can travel flexibly and freely with your roadsurfer camper van or Class C RV from Frankfurt. Easily book your trip online, and we will provide you with all of the important information you need before you pick up your camper van rental. In addition to the camper tutorial videos that you will receive, we have put together a few helpful tips below to help you prepare for your road trip and kick it off with a great start!
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 Frankfurt
Rent a camper van or Class C RV in Frankfurt and explore the city center before you set off on your road trip. There is no parking directly at our station, but you can park free of charge in the commercial area around the station. There is also a multi-story car park nearby (Am Hafendeck, 63067 Offenbach am Main), which is a 25-minute walk from the roadsurfer station; or you can take bus number 41 towards Offenbach (Main) – Zentrum Hauptbahnhof (central station) from Adam-Opel-Straße, and get off at the Nordendtheater in Offenbach. From here, it is only an 8-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Nearby gas stations
Rent a camper van or Class C RV in Frankfurt and explore the city center before you set off on your road trip. There is no parking directly at our station, but you can park free of charge in the commercial area around the station. There is also a multi-story car park nearby (Am Hafendeck, 63067 Offenbach am Main), which is a 25-minute walk from the roadsurfer station; or you can take bus number 41 towards Offenbach (Main) – Zentrum Hauptbahnhof (central station) from Adam-Opel-Straße, and get off at the Nordendtheater in Offenbach. From here, it is only an 8-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Filling and emptying water tanks in Erfurt
On your return journey to our camper van rental station in Frankfurt, you can empty the grey water tank at the following supply and disposal stations before returning the camper van or RV to us. You can also fill up the freshwater tank here before you start your road trip:
Commercial area East Wilhelm-Röntgen-Str. 12, at the Caravan Centre Hüttl in 63477 Maintal
Lindenhof Farm, Jakob-Lengfelder-Strasse 152, 61352 Bad Homburg vd Hoehe
Best time to visit Frankfurt
The best time to visit Frankfurt is from May to September. The warmer months of June, July, and August are ideal for a city trip, especially for exploring the surrounding area with your camper van or Class C RV rental. Whit Sunday (Pentecost) is a popular time as their traditional folk festival takes place in the Frankfurt city forest on the Tuesday after Whit Sunday. Other highlights include the Mainfest festival which takes place in early August and is a great time to explore Frankfurt’s gardens along the banks of the Main River. For art, culture, and music fans, visit the city in August for the Annual Museum Festival.
Campgrounds near Frankfurt
Camping spots near Erfurt keep you close to the historic center of Thuringia’s capital. Explore the Krämerbrücke bridge, Erfurt Cathedral, and the city’s medieval squares, while also having quick access to the Thuringian Forest. These camping spots make a great base for discovering central Germany on your road trip.
Camping auf der Wiese Nidderau
Meadow parking space at the edge of the forest in Wehrheim Wehrheim
Camping meadow near the forest Babenhausen
Place of diversity Ober-Ramstadt
Camping – Meadow in the Ried Trebur Hessenaue
Camping pitch at the Lohmühle Winery Groß-Umstadt
Sonnenhof-Lamas & Alpakas Freigericht
Camping Pearl of Wetterau Butzbach
RV Travel Tips & Inspiration for Your Frankfurt Road Trip
