Renting a caravan?It's much simpler.
A caravan means hitching a trailer, tricky maneuvering, and finding a suitable tow vehicle. A campervan has everything in one vehicle, and your normal car driver's license is all you need. We'll tell you honestly which is easier for you.
Caravan or campervan, which is easier?
Both get you into nature. The difference lies in the effort. Here's the direct comparison:
| Caravan | Campervan (myvanture) | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's License | Class B only if car + trailer combined ≤ 3.5 t; otherwise B96 or BE | Class B is sufficient (under 3.5 t) |
| Tow Vehicle | Requires your own sufficiently powerful car | No second vehicle, everything in one |
| Maneuvering and Parking | Reversing with a trailer takes practice | Like a slightly larger car |
| Setting off in the morning | Set up and pack down, hitch and unhitch | Pop top down, turn the key, go |
| Spontaneous location change | Complicated | Anytime |
| Overnight stops en route | Tied to designated pitches | Flexible, wherever permitted |
Legally confirmed for Austria: Campervans under 3.5 t = Class B. Caravans = Class B only if tow vehicle and trailer together remain under 3.5 t; larger combinations require B96 (up to 4.25 t) or BE (up to 7 t). Source: ÖAMTC / Driving school information.
What you really want to know.
Do I need a special driver's license for a campervan?
No. For our campervans under 3.5 tons, a standard Class B car driver's license is sufficient. For caravans, the combined weight of the car and trailer matters: Class B is only enough if both together remain under 3.5 tons. A larger caravan requires the B96 extension (up to 4.25 t) or BE (up to 7 t). With a campervan, this isn't an issue.
What about maneuvering?
This is the most common reason first-time renters switch from caravans to campervans. There's no trailer to reverse park. A campervan drives and parks like a large car, fitting into supermarket car parks and navigating narrow mountain roads with ease.
When does a caravan make more sense?
Honestly? If you're staying at the same campsite for two weeks and plan to take day trips in your car, a caravan really shines. You set it up and your car remains mobile. However, if you want to be on the move and change locations frequently, a campervan is the simpler choice.
These are the campervans you can rent from us.
From the compact VW California to spacious motorhomes. Pick your perfect model.
01VW Multivan 8-Seater
8 seats, no sleeping berths, no kitchen & no bathroom, spacious travel & family vehicle, DSG automatic, Class B driver's license. Currently available at the Graz station.
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02VW T7 California Beach
4 seats (5th optional, free), 4 berths with pop-top roof, no built-in kitchen & no bathroom, 7-speed automatic, Class B driver's license.
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03VW T7 California Ocean
4 seats, 4 berths with pop-top roof, kitchen with 1-burner gas stove & fridge (no bathroom, but outdoor shower), 7-speed automatic, Class B driver's license.
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04VW Grand California
4 seats, 4 berths (2 fixed beds), full kitchen with 2-burner gas hob & fridge, bathroom with shower & toilet, 8-speed automatic, Class B driver's license.
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05Knaus Tourer Van
4 seats, 4 berths, full kitchen with 2-burner gas hob & fridge, bathroom with shower & toilet, DSG automatic, Class B driver's license.
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06Knaus Van Wave
4 seats, 4 berths (rear bed & drop-down bed), full kitchen with 2-burner gas hob & fridge, bathroom with shower & toilet, DSG automatic, Class B driving license.
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Can I drive a campervan with a regular driver's license?
Yes, a Class B license is sufficient (for vehicles under 3.5 tons).Is a campervan more expensive than a caravan?
With a campervan, you pay for one vehicle instead of a car plus a trailer, and you don't need your own towing vehicle. You can see the exact rental price in the booking system.Do I need to be able to reverse park with a trailer?
No, there's no trailer with a campervan.How much is the security deposit?
€800, reserved on your credit card (not debited), and released after return.Who still benefits from a caravan?
Those planning long, stationary stays at a single campsite.