Rent a motorhome and explore Büdingen-Düdelsheim, Germany

Cultural attractions, wonderful landscapes

Located around kilometres east of Frankfurt, the town of Büdingen, which includes the formerly separate village of Düdelsheim, sits in a wetland valley near the Vogelsberg hills. The castle and medieval town walls survive today, making this one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns. Renting a motorhome in Büdingen-Düdelsheim is the perfect way to start your exploration of the region in comfort, and at a pace you enjoy.

North of Büdingen-Düdelsheim is the volcanic Vogelsberg. From the wooded plateau of the Oberwald to the unique basalt formations of the slopes, this region offers many opportunities for hiking and exploring. With a camper van rental through one of motorhomebookers.com rental partners, you'll be able to explore this area and experience the natural beauty of the Hesse region.

Whether you want to browse the Old Town, learn about the region's unique geology, or climb the slopes of the Vogelsberg, there is a lot to see and do in Büdingen-Düdelsheim. Read on to discover more about the area and its attractions.

Top 5 facts about Büdingen-Düdelsheim

The Old Town of Büdingen features a foundation level of oak planks resting on beech piles to keep the buildings stable in the watery environment.
According to local legend, the Wilder Stein, which offers stunning views over the Old Town, was once the haunt of witches.
The Sandrosen Museum, located in one of the towers of the city wall, celebrates sand roses, a unique geological feature of the area.
The Hessen region contains more than 5,000 kilometres of hiking trails, including many in the Vogelsberg.
The church of St Remigius is the oldest building in Budingen and preserves many features of its 11th-century structure.

These highlights await you when you rent a camper van in Büdingen-Düdelsheim

Before setting out on your exploration of the area, take a day or two to enjoy the sights of Büdingen-Düdelsheim. The picturesque Old Town, with its half-timbered houses, immerses you in the town's medieval history. Be sure to see the town walls and towers and visit the castle. It is open to visitors between March and December.

As you prepare for your camper van trip, immerse yourself in the past of Büdingen-Düdelsheim by taking a tour with the night watchman. This guided tour introduces visitors to the people of Büdingen played by local actors, who relate tales of the town and its history.

This makes Büdingen-Düdelsheim particularly suitable as a starting point for your road trip

Once you've rented your motorhome and are ready to set out from Büdingen-Düdelsheim, your first destination should be the Vogelsberg. The volcanic heights of this region offer hiking, mountain biking, climbing and even summer tobogganing, as well as skiing in the winter. The area has been a popular retreat for centuries, so be sure to check out some of the impressive country homes, many built with the area's distinctive basalt stone.

Camper van rental: Useful information for your trip to Büdingen-Düdelsheim

Büdingen-Düdelsheim lacks a direct motorway connection, but it's not far from the A66 and A45. Similarly, although there isn't a direct train line to the town from Frankfurt, the train journey requires only one change at Gelnhausen. The overall trip takes between one and two hours.

Rent a motorhome now and discover the region around Büdingen-Düdelsheim

Renting a camper van in Büdingen-Düdelsheim lets you explore a wide range of different landscapes. After the rocky, wooded Vogelsberg, why not head east for a look at the woodlands and meadows of the Spessart area? The Hessian Spessart Nature Park provides a habitat for native wildlife such as wildcats. Although it is known for its natural beauty today, in the 19th century, this region was famous as a hideout for bandits.