M1 California Star – rent a VW California Ocean
M1 Heroic California
Rent a VW California Ocean – Munich, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Berlin, Stuttgart, Leipzig, Dresden, Nuremberg
Thanks to its compact dimensions and its agile, fuel-efficient handling, our camper/camper van M1 – the original VW California ("Bulli") – is the ideal companion for your road trip, even off the major travel routes. It is also a confident companion for your next city trip, as its compact vehicle dimensions allow it to fit into most multi-storey car parks.
Characteristics
Comfortable and compact camper van with electric pop-up roof, 6-speed manual transmission, cab air conditioning, radio/navigation, small kitchen with cool box, outdoor shower, seating for four and sleeping space for four (two in the pop-up roof).
Example model: Volkswagen California Ocean
360° view
Floor plan
Technical data
The payload does not need to account for the driver, fuel, fresh water, gas bottles, cable drum, or the awning, bike rack and radio/CD.
All technical data based on manufacturer specifications. Errors and changes expressly reserved.
Features
Optional extras
1 pillow, 1 blanket (each with a cover), 1 sheet (not available at all rental locations)
1 bath towel, 1 hand towel, 1 kitchen towel (not available at all rental locations)
Cookware set, plates, cutlery, thermos, coffee filters, etc. – basic supplies
2 pots, 1 pan, 1 cutting board (set available for purchase—not available at all rental locations!)
Requires an external 230V power supply
Folding chair
Seats up to 4 people
ECE-approved
Bicycle rack for up to 4 bikes (for M1/M2 groups only)
Required in Italy, accepted in Europe (except Spain)
Required in Spain, accepted in Europe (exception: Italy)
Starting in 2026, special (V16) warning lights will be required on Spain's highways instead of warning triangles.
Flat-rate toll for Stockholm, Gothenburg, and small toll bridges (e.g., Motala, Sundsvall)
Mandatory from November 15 to March 15
Porta Potti, portable toilet for VW California (M1 / M2)
Pop-up tent for the portable toilet for the VW California (M1 / M2)
M1 Heroic California