Rent a motorhome in Hamelin

Want to visit a city where fairytales come to life? It's yours to discover when you rent a motorhome in Hamelin. Famous for the 12th-century legend of the Pied Piper, this Saxon city is a treasure trove of half-timbered buildings and cobbled streets. At motorhomebookers.com, we've tracked down the best rental partners in the area so your camper van adventure gets off to the best start.

With a Hamelin rental motorhome, you can enjoy epic road trips across Germany. Why not follow a looping route through Lower Saxony, taking in the cities of Hanover and Bremen as well as charming smaller towns? This magical land has traditional architecture, castles and rolling green countryside. Read on for our complete guide to motorhome rentals in Hamelin.

Top 5 facts about Hamelin

1. Glockenspiel: several times a day, the town's glockenspiel sounds and mechanical figures tell the story of the Pied Piper leading first rats, then children from the town.
2. Weser Upland hills: the expansive countryside around the town is ideal for hikes, walks and boat trips.
3. Cobbled streets: don't try to drive your camper van in the centre of Hamelin. Park on the outskirts, as this town is designed for pedestrians.
4. Lower Saxony road trip: take a looping trip to see the best of this region.
5. Find a rat: bronze rats in the cobbled streets, paintings on the walls, hidden statues and more: there are rats all over this town! Spotting them is a great activity for the kids.

These highlights await you when you rent a camper van in Hamelin

If you're not familiar with the tale of the Pied Piper yet, you will be after you rent a motorhome in Hamelin! The old town centre is where this legend comes to life, from the glockenspiel chimes that tell the story to the statue in the centre. If you visit in the summer months, you'll find actors in the centre every day, performing the tale of the piper for a captivated audience of locals and visitors.

As well as the charming old town, another highlight when you rent a motorhome in Hamelin is the River Weser. A walk along the river banks is one of the best ways to admire the town and its surroundings. There are also campsites set right beside the river, making the town an ideal spot to start your road trip.

This makes Hamelin particularly suitable as a starting point for your road trip

You can rent a motorhome in Hamelin and drive to Hanover in less than an hour, with just 29 miles — 47 kilometres — between the two. The capital of Lower Saxony is famous for its stunning architecture and the incredible greenery of the Herrenhäuser Gärten. More amazing buildings can be seen as you continue your trip through Lower Saxony, including the UNESCO World Heritage churches in Hildesheim, the old timbered buildings of Goslar and the Baroque majesty of Celle Castle.

Other nearby spots to explore when you rent a motorhome in Hamelin include Lüneburg, a riverside city with a remarkably well-preserved medieval centre and the highest density of pubs in Europe. Then, there's Bremen, with its rich musical history and Gothic town hall. Wherever you go, you won't get bored!

Camper van rental: Useful information for your trip to Hamelin

It is illegal to wild camp in Germany. Luckily, those who rent a motorhome in Hamelin will find plenty of designated campsites. These can fill up fast in the summer months, so make sure you book early.

Hamelin is particularly popular in summer, thanks to the daily performances of the Pied Piper legend. Winter snows will make for a very different driving experience, so be prepared if you rent a camper van in Hanover between November and February.

Rent a motorhome now and discover the region around Hamelin

Ready to explore the Pied Piper legend? Contact motorhomebookers.com today and start planning your trip!