Stockholm Motorhome Rental, Sweden

Compare RV Rental and Campervan Hire in Stockholm

Sweden’s capital is a bustling, cosmopolitan city of nearly 2 million people. The city center consists of 14 separate islands in Lake Mälaren linked together by 50 bridges, making it convenient to explore the archipelago by motorhome rental in Stockholm, Sweden. Untouched by either of the World Wars, Stockholm is dotted with the occasional medieval stone church amongst the more modern buildings. Although you’ll find a comprehensive public transport system in the city’s trams, light rails, buses and ferries, you’ll discover the city’s charms in your own time with a Stockholm motorhome rental or campervan hire from RV rentals like SkandiTrip Motorhomes, Touring Cars and McRent Motorhome Rentals.

If you’ve found this page after searching for the best way to hire a motorhome or campervan in Stockholm, you’ve landed in the right spot. Not only will you discover the top Stockholm rental companies in the region, we’ll also explain the difference between the various campervans and motorhomes on offer. And don’t worry, we’ll keep the information simple, to the point and mercifully short, so you can get on with booking the perfect campervan or motorhome and planning your road trip adventure in Stockholm.

After we’ve gone through the finer points of what the top motorhome rental company in question can offer by means of rental vehicles, we’ll suggest some fantastic places to visit while you’re on your self-drive vacation. Of course, you’ll already have an inkling of what you want to see, where you want to go etc., but we’ve one or two surprises up our sleeve that need checking out! On that note, we’re mindful that you may be travelling solo, as a couple, as a family, with friends or anything else in between, and at every stage, we’ve provided options to suit every type of Swedish-based road tripper.

Finally, we’ll close things off with a list of the best campgrounds in and around Stockholm for you and your road trip crew. Those new to campervan and motorhome rental might be surprised by this section, so we’ll explain why you’re going to need one later.

Top Stockholm Motorhome Rental Companies

We know that this is the make-or-break part of hiring a campervan or motorhome in Sweden, or anywhere for that matter. The worry that you’re going to be paying over the odds for insurance or hit with hidden fees. So, what if we told you that you’ve nothing at all to worry about? The following five rental companies are at the top of their game, these are businesses with an excellent reputation that know a poor service could have a serious impact on the business that they’ve built over the years.

That said, before you start hunting for your perfect campervan or motorhome rental, you can make things a little easier on yourself by checking your own vehicle insurance as you might already be covered to drive a hire vehicle. Or even, for a small fee, have it bolted onto your existing insurance policy. Do your homework. But first, carry on reading for some basic license advice later on, especially if you’re intending to hire one of the larger motorhomes in Stockholm.

McRent Sweden

There are two airports close to McRent’s depot in Bålsta, Bromma (BMA) and the closest is Arlanda (ARN). From there, there are four ways of getting to and from McRent’s depot.

The quickest is to drive or take a taxi -it takes about 40 mins- the easiest is to take the train at a fraction under an hour and the cheapest is the bus: it’s only 15 mins longer than the train. Either way, airport or airport/city hotel transfers are available directly from McRent. Once you’re there, you’ll be picking up a campervan or motorhome courtesy of renowned builders Dethleffs or Sunlight.

McRent Stockholm RV Rental Depot: 6, Bjornangsvagen, 746 34 Balsta, Stockholm, Sweden

Location: About 31 miles/50 km from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), or 32 miles/51 km from Downtown Stockholm

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 24 hour assistance
• 0-2 years old

McRent Stockholm office hours:

• Pick up times:
  • Monday to Thursday: 2pm to 4pm
  • Friday: 1pm to 3pm
  • Saturday: 12 noon to 2pm
• Drop off times:
  • Monday to Friday: 8am to 10a
  • Saturday: 9am to 11am
• Closed Sunday and Public Holidays

Poptop (Urban Luxury)

Remarkably, McRent’s Urban Luxury Poptop has space for 2 of you and enough room to accommodate a WC/Shower and decent kitchen. This is down to the poptop on the roof which will sleep two. It’s also got two litres of go under the hood too, so it shifts as well as it looks!

Campervan (Urban Plus)

McRent’s Campervan also goes as well as looks thanks to 2.3 litres of power from the engine. And inside there is all you need for 2 to simply jump in and hit the Swedish roads for an unforgettable scenic drive. With its own WC, shower and kitchen, this could be the one for couples.

Motorhome Rental

McRent’s fleet of motorhomes come in two flavours, semi-integrated aka ‘low-profile’ or Overcab aka Cabover/Alcove, and they have four motorhomes to choose from catering for as little as 1 or 2 of you or as many as 6.

All of McRent’s motorhomes come with an awning, reversing camera, bike rack, gas bottles and air con in the cab. And for a modest fee, little extras such as outdoor tables and chairs can be included as well.

Let’s take a closer look at McRent’s motorhome gear in more detail while bearing in mind that they are one of Europe’s largest motorhome rental companies for a good reason…

• Low Profile Motorhome: the Compact Plus and Compact Standard both Sleep 2, but they seat 4. Now, consider the awning! If 2 of you are prepared to sleep outside you could save yourself some moolah… The Family Standard seats and sleeps 4, all come with bathroom facilities and a kitchen.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: that protrusion on the roof of the cab provides sleeping accommodation for 2 while freeing up space below. This is why The Family Plus and Family Luxury both sleep 6 -with the Family Luxury offering a few considered extras to warrant the ‘luxury’ tag- with a wheelbase not much bigger than the Family Standard.

Anywhere Campers Sweden

Adria and Sunlight RV rentals are the only two manufacturers trusted by Anywhere Campers in Sweden, and you only have three motorhome styles to choose from, and two of those are virtually identical -save the choice of manual or automatic transmission.

So, if you’re intending on just hiring a motorhome in Sweden without any drama, they could just be your best bet. But they have one other trick up their sleeve that might just see them as your Swedish motorhome rental company of choice, Anywhere Campers offer one-way rentals to all major destinations in Europe! That’s a game changer, no?

Stockholm Pickup/Dropoff: Anywhere Campers will meet you at Stockholm Airport, or your requested pickup/drop-off address in Stockholm, with your vehicle at your chosen time.

Included with Standard Rate:

• 250 kms per day
• Free transfer
• Bedding
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 24 hour assistance
• 0-3 years old

Anywhere Campers Rental Vehicles:

Low Profile Motorhome (Adria Matrix)

Sleeping between 4 or 5 of you (while factoring in the ‘anywhere’ option) it might not get better than this. Plus, the Adria Matrix features a kitchen, WC/Shower and you can choose between manual and automatic transmission too: so, it’s user-friendly, especially if you’re not used to driving larger vehicles.

Cab Over/Coachbuilt Motorhome (Sunlight A70)

For 6 people, friends, families etc., Anywhere Campers Sunlight A70 (less we forget, Sunlight are Germany’s top motorhome brand, even though they’re a little over ten years old) is perfect for those Swedish roads. But it’s still the opportunity for a one-way road trip that’s arguably the deal breaker here.

Rent Easy Sweden

Rent Easy Berlin has sort of done away with having multiple motorhome rental companies for hire in their Swedish depot. Instead, they’ve gone for just one, Germany’s world-famous Hymer.

The Hymer Group manufacture motorhomes in their name, their RVs are built under the name ‘Hymer’ and they have provenance, having been established almost 100 years ago. But they own several other high-profile brands too including Carado, Bürstner, Dethleffs, Sunlight, Elddis, Laika, LMC, Niesmann + Bischoff, based in Germany, with Eriba and Etrusco based in Italy. All good, stand-up brands with a solid reputation, for plenty of motorhome holiday makers, that’s peace of mind taken care of.

Stockholm RV Rental Depot: Rallarvägen 41, 18492 Åkersberga, Stockholm, Sweden

Location: About 25 miles/40 km from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), or 25 miles/40 km from Downtown Stockholm

Rent Easy Stockholm depot hours:

• Monday to Sunday:
• Pick Up: 2pm to 4pm
• Drop Off: 9am to 11am

Included with Standard Rate:

• Includes 250 kms per day
• 24 Hour Assistance
• 0-2 years old

Campervan with Shower/Toilet (City Extra VLOW 600)

The City Extra (VLOW 600) is more than big enough for 2 people and it looks cool too. Though from the outside you could be forgiven for thinking that maybe ‘spacious’ is pushing things a little too far. However, step inside and you’ll be trying to work out how they’ve done it!

Motorhome Rental

There are plenty of options when it comes to renting a motorhome from Rent Easy in Sweden, to the degree that making the right choice for you and your road trip crew should begin by breaking down their fleet by splitting it into two classes -low-profile and cabover- and then narrowing down your options by the number of passengers joining you on your Swedish road trip.

Also, if you’re looking to hire one of the bigger motorhomes, check your license, because some of them are over 3.5 tons in weight, which makes them a C1 Class vehicle that requires a special sort of license.

• Rent Easy has two low-profile/semi-integrated options, the Active Extra and the Family Classic. The Extra sleeps 2 but has space for 4 seats: if two of you are happy to sleep outside you could save some money. No such concerns with the Classic, the 4-person seating capacity is matched with as many beds.
• The Family First and Family Extra in the Alcove/Over Cab Motorhome class may require a special license, but you might already be covered. In the UK, for example, if you passed your test before January 1997, you may automatically be able to drive larger, heavier vehicles weighing up to 7.5 tonnes.

SkandiTrip Sweden

Chausson Camping Cars built in France make for an interesting addition to SkandiTrip Sweden’s fleet. Also on the list are Carado, Knaus and Dethleff from Germany, but those more used to self-drive holidays are bound to be intrigued by the former.

Born and bred in Husqvarna (motorcycle fans will be more than familiar with that name) there are two main reasons why you should consider SkandiTrip as your Swedish motorhome rental agency of choice. Firstly, the fleet is easy to navigate as they only have six options and, secondly, they’re local. And local advice when it comes to motorhome rental is priceless.

Stockholm RV Rental Depot: Åkersberga, Stockholm, Sweden

Location: About 26 miles/42 km from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), or 27 miles/43 km from Downtown Stockholm

Rent Easy Stockholm depot hours:

All rentals are pick up Friday, drop off Friday; or pick up Saturday drop off Saturday – minimum 7 day rental. For very long rentals they occasionally allow odd-day rentals.

Friday and Saturday:

• Pick Up: 2pm to 4pm
• Return: 9am to 10:30am

Included with Standard Rate:

• Includes 2,000 kms per week
• 24 Hour Assistance
• 0-2 years old

Campervan with Shower/Toilet (Campervan Plus)

As with all of their fleet, SkandiTrip Sweden foots the bill for all of the road tolls, instantly whetting the appetite for what’s to follow. And it’s all good, a spacious yet compact campervan with a WC, shower and kitchen for 2 of you. It’s got 4 seats too, so go figure.

Motorhome Rental

SkandiTrip Sweden has five motorhomes to choose from, and they sleep between 3 and 6, though it’s worth noting that of the five, three sleep 5 or more. This means that SkandiTrip could be one of the best options on this page for larger groups of families or friends. Putting it another way, if you’re aiming for a self-drive rental that ticks all the boxes of your rental needs, but without having to check out a whole fleet of vehicles that you’re sure you don’t want to hire, you could be in the right place.

• Semi-integrated/Low Profile Motorhome (Compact Plus/Family Compact Plus): We have two options in this class, the Compact Plus sleeps 3, though it’s ideal for a couple and a kid, and the Family Compact Plus sleeps 4, though it’s really good for 2 adults and couple of kids. Basically, for young families, this is a great place to start your search.
• Alcove/Cab Over Motorhome (Family/Family Plus/Family Luxury): Let’s check out the bigger motorhome rentals from SkandiTrip starting with the Family, which is ideal for 4 adults and 2 kids. The Family Plus is great for 5 adults, this is perfect for friends, and the Family Luxury will sleep as many as 6 and even comes with a garage!

Touring Cars Sweden

Touring Cars Sweden, just like McRent, only use a fleet of vehicles from two trusted manufacturers, Dethleffs and Sunlight. They’re also a great option for those new to renting a campervan or motorhome in Sweden because of the way every detail of your rental with them is clearly laid out on their website, including transfers from the airport and places of interest for those new to the country.

They have a good range of campervans and motorhomes for hire as well, with six options, each targeted to suit the needs of travelling individuals, couples, friends and/or family.

Touring Cars Stockholm Airport: Bristagatan 12, Arlandastad, Sweden

Location: About 3 miles/5 km from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), or 24 miles/39 km from Downtown Stockholm via E4 (toll highway)

Stockholm Branch hours:

• Monday to Sunday: Collection and return 8am to 6pm

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms
• Free transfers from Stockholm Airport & Airport Accommodation
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 24 hour assistance
• Tourist information/maps
• 0-6 years old
• Minimum rental age 18 years

Touring Cars Stockholm Rental Vehicles include:

Campervan Shower/Toilet – TC Van

This one is perfect for solo motorhome travellers or couples, both of whom will be spoilt for space, comfort and, quite frankly, style -it looks great. It also comes fully equipped with a WC and shower and the kitchen is ready to go for your culinary heart’s desire.

Motorhome Rental – TC Family/Large

The rest of Touring Cars Swedish fleet are all motorhomes, that’s four Low- Profile examples and, unusually, only one Cabover. We’ll drill into that shortly. Touring Cars range caters for as little as 2 (but that’s for 2 who want additional space) and as many as 6, with one option for 4 of you. It has to be said that while Touring Cars range is relatively small, the selection is impeccable. It’s clear that a lot of thought has gone into their range and it’s worth reminding ourselves of the reputation of the manufacturers as well.

• Low Profile Motorhome – TC Small/Medium: The TC Small, isn’t actually that small for 2 of you, there is a surprising amount of space inside, and the 4 is just where you want to be with your friends while enjoying one of Sweden’s breath-taking scenic drives. Both come with bathrooms, versatile kitchens and plenty of room for dining.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome – TC Family/Large: Both the TC Family and the Large can sleep up to 6, but the former is actually a low-profile motorhome, not a cabover. So, while it may be aesthetically disadvantaged to some, the Large is going to be roomier because that bump on the roof is capable of accommodating a double bed!

What to see in Stockholm

The biggest problem with traveling in your RV rental is trying to fit it all in! The Swedes pride themselves on their art and culture, and this will be evident in the sheer volume of street art you’re likely to encounter. The Stockholm Metro, the self-titled “longest art exhibition”, is charming and something to see even if your Stockholm motorhome rental or campervan hire means you don’t have to rely on public transport.

Also take a drive to the Ericsson Globe – a dazzling spherical building that is occasionally lit up at night. Even more whimsical is the fact that the Globe acts as the sun in the world’s largest scale model of the solar system. The other planets are displayed at Slussen (Mercury), the Royal Institute of Technology (Venus), the Natural History Museum (Earth & Moon), Mörby Centrum (Mars), Arlanda Airport (Jupiter) and Uppsala (Saturn). With your Stockholm motorhome rental, make a fun day trip to each planet – finish with the Ericsson Globe and a trip on the Skyview. This escalator at the top of the Globe costs 130 SEK per person and allows you to top off your day with a gorgeous view of the Stockholm night sky.

Värmdö tops Stockholm’s islands in terms of land area, and vast enough to contain deep forests, languid lakes and sunny beaches (summer temperatures hover in the pleasant 25° Celsius). Even better, it is connected by road and accessible by campervan hire or motorhome rental in Sweden.

Sweden’s royal family lives at Drottningholm Palace on the shores of Lake Mälaren some 30 minutes west of the city center. Grinda, a small island in a nature reserve setting, is a little over an hour by boat via the spa town of Vaxholm. Yachting and sailing enthusiasts, on the other hand, meet up in Sandhamn in the outer archipelago.

Explore Scandinavia by motorhome rental

As the crow flies, the island of Bjorko right in the middle of Lake Mälaren is less than 20 miles west of Stockholm, and accessible via boat ride direct from the capital where you can park your motorhome rental in one of the city’s many campgrounds. The island is home to Birka, Sweden’s oldest town founded in 750AD by the most famous of Scandinavian cultural icons, the Vikings. You won’t find any of them alive today, but you will get to see some 400 burial mounds scattered throughout the island which UNESCO deemed priceless to merit preservation.

For a trip back to pre-Viking times, nothing can beat a day trip to the university town of Uppsala, some 90 minutes north by camper hire in Stockholm. Budget conscious travelers will love Uppsala’s college-friendly prices while green thumbs will be delighted by the Carl Linnaeus and University Gardens.

Before you set off for a road trip to the rest of Scandinavia, tuck into “dagens rätt”. This is a set weekday lunch menu, usually consisting of a drink, bread, butter, salad and coffee. You’ll pay around 100 SEK (krona), but for the most part eating out can be expensive. Opt for self-catering instead for a well-provisioned trip by Stockholm RV rental to Norway’s capital, Oslo, some six hours to the west. About the same distance southwest across the Oresund Bridge via Malmo, Sweden’s third largest city, is Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen.

Top 10 Places to Visit near Stockholm

Before you galivant off to check out one of Sweden’s many attractions, don’t forget to take some time out in Stockholm. It’s a beautiful city with a long, illustrious past and you’d be doing yourself a huge disservice by not taking advantage of it while you’re there.

Also, plan your road trips scenically, half the fun of a self-drive holiday is the driving, and why look at a lump of grey motorway when you could be winding through ancient Nordic woodland?

Start by picking a few locations from the list below and joining up the dots with some great scenic drives!

Drottningholm Palace, Stockholm

This UNESCO world heritage site wouldn’t look out of place in France. That’s because Drottningholm Palace was built by architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder in a style reminiscent of the French buildings in 1600.

It’s also home to the King and Queen of Sweden, so you can check out how the other half lives too!

Vasa Museum & Skansen, Stockholm

This isn’t just the oldest open-air museum in Sweden, Vasa Museum & Skansen in Stockholm is the oldest in the world.

So, for an authentic trip into the distant past, this is a must destination for your campervan or motorhome rental. And the kids will love this one as well.

Gamla Stan, Stockholm

And speaking of history, if you want to step back in time (1252, to be exact) then Gamla Stan must be on your list of great things to do in Stockholm. This is the birthplace of the city with buildings and monuments that hark right back to its origins. Fascinating.

Uppsala, Uppland

A beautiful region in Sweden, Uppsala Uppland is begging to be discovered as part of your Scandinavian road trip.

Here you can get into the natural scenery with lazy hikes and, even if you’ve not brought your own bike, cycle-hire trips. Uppsala Cathedral is a must-see for the culturally and historically minded too.

Sigtuna

You’ll need to park up the motorhome rental for this one and grab a train, bus or boat to get the most out of it.

Sigtuna is the first town to be founded in Sweden (10th century) but it’s Skokloster Castle, untouched since the mid-17th century, that’s the jewel in this particular crown.

Stockholm Archipelago

It’s almost hard to imagine that the Stockholm Archipelago is so close to the city. Why? Because we’re talking about 30,000 islands, coves and beaches to explore in outstanding natural beauty.

Kapellskärs SCR Camping in Riddersholm Nature Reserve is the ideal spot in which to camp while you explore this beautiful part of Sweden.

Norrköping

If dad (or mum for that matter) fancy a bit of ‘me’ time, Norrköping has a centrally located spot for salmon fishing, but it’s better known for its industrial past, and by past, we’re talking ancient rock carvings and a quarry of green marble that was used for (among others) the Rockefeller centre.

Kalmar, Smaland

Another (really good) excuse to stop the campervan or motorhome rental and get underway on foot. Kalmar, Smaland is situated by the sea (you’re invited to swim, too!) and offers self-drive holidaymakers the chance to tread on ancient, cobblestone streets while taking in the local delights of this beautiful medieval town.

Runriket

You can’t visit Stockholm without at least one visit to Sweden’s Viking past, and the best place to check out on your road trip is Runriket.

Famous for its Runes (it’s known as the Rune Kingdom) exploring the history of the nine stones dotted around Vallentuna lake is a fascinating experience.

Sala Silvermine

An invitation to visit Sala Silvermine may sound like a slightly underwhelming experience, but you’d be miles away.

This is an opportunity to occupy the same, breath-taking, space as the people that lived and worked here hundreds of years ago, resulting in a quietly profound experience that you’ll take home with you.

Best RV Campgrounds & Campsites near Stockholm

You’ve got a 4-berth motorhome, it’s less than two years old and it comes with a kitchen, dining area, WC and a shower. So why camp?

Firstly, you can’t just pull over and park up for the night when/wherever you want, the same applies to the disposal of waste water, and anyway, you’ll want somewhere safe to spend the night.

But perhaps the most compelling reason for camping in one of our top campervan or motorhome campgrounds near Stockholm is that they’re great sources for local advice. You can do all the research you want, but that one little top tip from a fellow traveller might just change your life…

Askrike Camping

Askrikevägen, 185 93 Vaxholm, Sweden

One for nature lovers, Askrike Camping is situated in woodland, close to a tranquil lake (and a golf course) this is an ideal spot for your campervan or motorhome rental, and the grassy pitches provide a great space for the family to hang out after a long day on the road.

Camp Nygård

Sjöbergsvägen 36, 187 70 Täby, Sweden

Camp Nygård is suitable for every style of self-drive holidaymaker from the more mature road-tripper to young families or couples. The gorgeous surrounding countryside is tempered with a bowling alley, swimming facilities even a dance floor! In winter, Lake Vallentuna is popular with ice skaters and the campsite is open all year round.

Gålö Havsbad Camping

Skälåkersvägen 11, 137 96 Haninge, Sweden

In addition to being located in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve, if you’re travelling with your four-legged friend, you’ll be wanting to check out (or check into) Gålö Havsbad Camping.

Not only is it super dog friendly, it even has its very own doggy shower and drier!

Långholmen Husbilscamping

Skutskepparvägen, 117 33 Stockholm, Sweden

Situated in the heart of Stockholm, Långholmen Husbilscamping is a fuss-free environment for your campervan or motorhome rental. Note: No caravans or tents!

There’s plenty of surrounding woodland to explore but this one is really all about its proximity to Stockholm itself. It’s popular too so book well in advance.

First Camp City – Stockholm

Flatens skogsväg 30, 128 30 Skarpnäck, Sweden

You can’t book a pitch at First Camp City online, but you can just rock up and check in 24 hours a day, which has a nice serendipitous ring to it.

The pitches, some with hook-ups, some without, will accommodate two sizes of campervan or motorhome rental (7 or 16 metres) in a picturesque setting.