Looking to rent a campervan in Hungary? With Campcruisers you can easily find and book your perfect motorhome. Discover activities and more when you explore Hungary by camper.

Renting a motorhome in Hungary is the perfect way to discover a country that offers an ideal blend of relaxation, culture and culinary delights. The biggest advantage is your flexibility. Relax in the morning in one of the more than 1,000 thermal baths, explore a sleepy village in the Puszta in the afternoon and enjoy a fiery goulash in the evening. Planning your trip is easy via a platform such as Campcruisers: easily compare different models and prices from providers in Hungary online. When you rent a camper in Hungary, you are independent and can fully enjoy the diversity of the country: from the vibrant life in Budapest to the relaxed atmosphere on the shores of Lake Balaton.

A rented camper is your key to the treasures of Hungary. Here are three route suggestions for an unforgettable trip through the land of the Magyars.

🌊 Tour 1: The Classic – Budapest & Lake Balaton (Balaton)

This route connects the vibrant capital with the largest steppe lake in Central Europe.

Duration: 5-7 daysDistance: approx. 400 kmIdeal for: First-time visitors, families, water sports enthusiastsDay 1 & 2: Budapest – The Pearl on the DanubePark your camper at a campsite near the city and explore Budapest. Visit the imposing Parliament building, the Fisherman's Bastion with the Matthias Church on Castle Hill and relax in one of the historic thermal baths such as the Szechenyi Bath.Day 3 & 4: The north shore of Lake Balaton (approx. 150 km)Drive to the north shore of Balaton. Visit the picturesque Tihany Peninsula with its abbey church and lavender field. The region is known for its vineyards and basalt organs on the Badacsony Mountain.Day 5 & 6: The south shore & Siófok (approx. 100 km)Explore the shallow south shore, which is ideal for families with children. Your destination is Siófok, the bustling "summer capital" of Lake Balaton with long beaches and a vibrant nightlife.

🐎 Tour 2: The Great Hungarian Plain – Puszta & Tradition

This tour takes you to the endless expanse of the Puszta, the soul of Hungary.

Duration: 4-5 daysDistance: approx. 500 kmIdeal for: Nature lovers, those seeking peace and quiet, those interested in cultureDay 1: Kecskemét & the Puszta (approx. 100 km from Budapest)Drive to the Art Nouveau city of Kecskemét. From here you can take trips to the Puszta. Visit a traditional stud farm ("Csárda") and experience a breathtaking horse show by the horseherds.Day 2 & 3: Hortobágy National Park (approx. 150 km)Your destination is the Hortobágy National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the largest steppe landscape in Europe. Observe the huge herds of gray cattle, the shadoofs and, with a bit of luck, the Fata Morganas. A must for anyone who wants to rent a campervan in Hungary and loves the wide open spaces.Day 4: Debrecen (approx. 50 km)Visit Debrecen, Hungary's second largest city and the center of Hungarian Protestantism, with its imposing Great Reformed Church.

🍷 Tour 3: Northern Hungary – Wine, Caves & History

This route takes you to the hilly and historically rich wine region of Northern Hungary.

Duration: 4-5 daysDistance: approx. 400 kmIdeal for: Wine lovers, hikers, history buffsDay 1: The Danube Bend & Esztergom (approx. 70 km from Budapest)Drive along the picturesque Danube Bend. Visit the artists' town of Szentendre and the former royal city of Visegrád with its stronghold. Your destination is Esztergom with the largest basilica in Hungary.Day 2 & 3: Eger – City of Bull's Blood (approx. 150 km)Drive to the baroque city of Eger. Visit the castle, which is known for its heroic defense against the Turks. In the evening, visit the "Valley of Beautiful Women" (Szépasszonyvölgy) and taste the famous red wine "Egri Bikavér" (Erlauer Stierblut) directly from the wine cellars.Day 4: Aggtelek National Park (approx. 100 km)Explore the Aggtelek National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which is known for its huge karst cave system. A guided tour through the Baradla Cave is an impressive experience.

Hungary is very easy to reach from German-speaking countries.

🚗 By car:Traveling by car is uncomplicated. From Germany, the route usually leads via Austria. The connection from Austria (via Vienna) and Switzerland is excellent.Important: You need a vignette to use the motorways in Austria and Hungary (in Hungary digitally as "e-Matrica")!

✈️ By plane:The most important international airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD). It is served directly by all major airports in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

After your arrival, you can easily reach the pick-up location of your camper. The exact address of the Wohnmobilvermietung of our partner will be communicated to you in your booking documents.

With a rented camper in Hungary you can enjoy the hearty and spicy Hungarian cuisine.

What you should definitely try:

🍲 Gulyás (Goulash): The world-famous national dish is a soup in Hungary, not a stew. Hearty and delicious.🍗 Pörkölt: A thicker meat stew that is more similar to German goulash.🍖 Hungarian Salami (Téliszalámi): The world-famous, noble mold-ripened salami (e.g. from Pick) is a must and a perfect souvenir.🌶️ Lángos: A deep-fried flatbread made from yeast dough, usually topped with garlic, sour cream and cheese.🎂 Dobostorte: A layered cake made of sponge cake and chocolate cream with a crispy caramel glaze.

Hungary is a very camper-friendly country with a good infrastructure, especially around the thermal baths.

🏕️ Wild camping & free standing:Wild camping is officially forbidden in Hungary. Overnight stays in parking lots are sometimes tolerated outside of tourist centers and cities, but are not recommended.🚐 Official pitches & campsites:Hungary has a dense network of campsites ("Kemping"). Many are directly connected to thermal baths, which enables a unique wellness experience.Balatontourist Camping Füred (Lake Balaton)A large, well-equipped site directly on the shore of Lake Balaton in Balatonfüred, with its own beach and many amenities.Haller Camping Budapest (Budapest)The most central campsite in Budapest, from which the city center can be easily reached by public transport.Castrum Termálkemping és Üdülőfalu (Hajdúszoboszló)A thermal campsite in the Great Hungarian Plain, located right next to a huge bathing complex.

At Campcruisers you can also find and book campsites. Our network of partner campsites is constantly growing.