Hanover, the capital of Lower Saxony, is a uniquely charming town known as the “Garden City”. Rent your camper van or RV in Hanover and spend a day exploring the Great Garden (Grosser Garten). Pack a picnic, bring your favorite lawn sports, or rent a bike and cruise through the peaceful park. End your day with a delicious dinner and a stroll through the old city center (Altstadt), and then continue your road trip in close-by Norway or the Baltic States!
From Hanover Airport (HAJ): From the airport, board the bus to “Hanover Central Station”. Change to the S3 (S-Bahn) subway line toward “Hildesheim” to “Ahlten”. Change to bus 371 to “Im Kleifeld” (Ahlten). From here, it’s a 15-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
From Hanover Central Station: From the station, board the S3 (S-Bahn) subway line toward “Hildesheim” to “Ahlten”. Change to bus 371 to “Im Kleifeld” (Ahlten). From here, it’s a 15-minute walk to the roadsurfer station.
Parking information
Within 500 meters of the roadsurfer station, you’ll find public car parks available for your visit.
Alternatively, you can also consider the “Andreaestraße” car park in Hanover city center as another option for parking.
Hanover is conveniently located in northern Germany, which means you’re only a 7-hour drive from Copenhagen, Denmark or Malmo, Sweden. Whether you’re an experienced camper or a camping newbie, our tips on renting an RV in Hanover will help you explore all the possibilities and prepare for your European road trip.
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 Hanover
There are public parking spaces within a half mile of our Hanover station in Mergelfeld. If you want to explore the city with your camper van, there are also multi-story parking garages in the city center on Andreaestraße, Osterstraße, Karolinenstraße, and Mehlstraße – just make sure to check height restrictions. Alternatively, if you are bringing your own vehicle, you’ll find plenty of free parking spaces at Klagesmarkt, where you can park your car before picking up your van from us.
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:
OiL! Tankstelle Mielestraße 20, 31275 Lehrte
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 Hanover
There is a camper van site in Hanover North where you can fill up your fresh water tank at the beginning of your trip, as well as empty the grey water on your journey back to our Hanover station. You can use the supply and disposal station below without needing to book a campsite.
Schulenburger Landstraße 130B
Best time to visit Hanover
The best time to visit Hanover is during the warmer months between May and September. We highly recommend these months especially for car enthusiasts, as the city hosts many special automotive events. Keep an eye out for the VW Bus Festival, the Beetle Sunshine Tour, the Bulli Festival, and the Street Mag Show, Germany’s largest American car and Harley show. You can also visit different art festivals, including entertainment via performances, installations, and musical acts at various venues around the city. Many people also come into town to view the monthly firework competitions that take place at Herrenhausen Gardens.
Campgrounds near Hanover
Camping spots near Hanover offer both cultural highlights and green escapes in Lower Saxony. Stay close to the Herrenhausen Gardens, the New Town Hall, and Maschsee Lake, while also being near the Deister hills. These camping spots are a practical starting point for a road trip through northern Germany.
Adventure camping at the vegetable farm Gehrden OT Leveste
Stellplatz im Schlosspark – Natur und Dorf Nordstemmen
Farm near the Steinhuder Lake Wunstorf
Biogut Evensen Neustadt am Rübenberge, Evensen
Süntelhof – Camping with Alpacas Hessisch Oldendorf
Poitou Donkey Pasture Camping at Lake Steinhude Rehburg-Loccum
Idyllisch exclusiv mit Pool im Wald Nähe Bikepark Bad Salzdetfurth
Camping on the Apple Meadow Eicklingen
RV Travel Tips & Inspiration for Your Hanover Road Trip
