Before you go on the road you should of course know which driver's license for motorhome you need. We will fully answer this question on this page, so that you are well prepared for your motorhome trip. A motorhome is of course a bit bigger than regular passenger transport, so you as a driver must be aware of the differences. If you have never driven a motorhome before, it is also advisable to do good research in advance or to follow a driving course with the motorhome. You can always contact us for advice. We have our own campers for 2 to 6 people. These can all be driven with a B driving license (car driver's license). This means that you as a driver are in principle not obliged to follow a course or obtain an extra driver's license.
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Which driver's license for a motorhome to buy or rent?
With only a B driving license you are not there yet, you must have the necessary driving experience. As a director of compact campers occasions you must be at least 25 years old and have held your B driving license for at least 5 years.
What requirements does Camperhuren.nl apply?
Which driver's license for a motorhome at Camperhuren.nl? With us, you must indicate who the drivers will be during the trip prior to your motorhome trip. You cannot deviate from this during the trip. Before the journey, as a driver, you must follow all instructions given by us. In addition, it goes without saying that you should drive carefully and safely. It is absolutely not allowed to drive faster than the maximum allowed speed. We recommend a maximum speed of 100 – 110 km/h (keep in mind that the speed limit on most highways is camper routes the Netherlands 100 km/h).
Which motorhome driver's license do you need?
Which driver's license for a motorhome depends on the maximum permitted mass of the motorhome. With us, all motorhomes are under the mass of 3.500 kg, but as soon as a motorhome comes above, you must have a different driving license. This driving licence, also known as a 'large driving licence', falls into category C. If the motorhome is between 3.500 kg and 7.500 kg, a C1 driving license is sufficient. Can you exceed a mass of 7.500 kg? Then you have to get a C driving license.
Which driver's license for a motorhome depends, among other things, on the number of people you are going to transport. With a C1 driving license you remain at the limit of 6 people, but with a C driving license that changes. If you are in possession of a large driver's license, you can take 8 people with you. Do you want to take more than 8 people on a trip? Then a D driver's license is required, also known as a bus driver's license. However, a camper with more than 8 places is rare.
Correct driver's license? Go for a motorhome rental
Now that you know which driver's license is required for a motorhome, you might consider going out with a motorhome! You can easily rent or buy a motorhome from us. What does renting a motorhome cost? That depends on the brand, among other things. The campers are from the brands Dethleffs en Sunlight. These are known for the German quality and high-quality finish. You can enjoy a carefree camper holiday with one of our models. View our available purchase models or all our rental campers below!
