Vacation Rentals in North Rhine-Westphalia

The largest federal state in the Federal Republic of Germany is characterised by its large number of major cities, where you can choose from a wide range of accommodation in all price categories. Thanks to their wide range of cultural activities, the modern apartments and apartments are particularly popular in the metropolises of Cologne, Düsseldorf, Bonn, Wuppertal, Paderborn and Dortmund. But also the university town of Münster and the imperial city of Aachen with its worth seeing old town are worthwhile holiday destinations.

If you like it a little quieter, pitch your tents outside the urban centres and move into a vacation rental or apartment in the Eifel, Münsterland or Rothaargebirge. In smaller towns such as Detmold, Winterberg or Monschau you live in the immediate vicinity of unspoilt nature, making these places ideal for a hiking or cycling holiday.

Germany's most populous federal state is subdivided into numerous regions, which differ enormously from one another in terms of landscape and accordingly all radiate their very own charm. From the volcanically shaped Eifel in the south to the picturesque Rhine Valley in the Cologne Bay to the Teutoburg Forest in the East Westphalia-Lippe region, NRW shows many faces. This not only leaves you spoilt for choice when choosing your holiday destination, but also definitely speaks in favour of paying the state another visit.

If you want to spend your holiday actively, you will feel at home in your vacation rental in North Rhine-Westphalia. The existence of more than 7,000 kilometres of perfectly paved and signposted cycle paths alone speaks for itself. In addition, there are countless hiking trails through the beauty of the river and mountain landscapes. Especially the Sauerland and the Rothaargebirge invite you to go skiing and snowshoeing in winter. And if you don't want to miss out on a ski run in summer, you can visit the Skihalle in Neuss or the Alpincenter in Bottrop.

Culture lovers in North Rhine-Westphalia can look forward to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These include Cologne Cathedral, the Zollverein colliery in Essen, the Carolingian Westwerk in Höxter, the castles of Augustusburg and Falkenlust and Aachen Cathedral, which Charlemagne had built in the 8th century. Other sights include the Hermann Monument near Detmold, the ZOOM World of Experience in Gelsenkirchen and the German Mining Museum in Bochum.

North Rhine-Westphalia's cuisine is characterised by its down-to-earthness and is characterised by hearty home cooking. Anyone moving into a holiday apartment in Westphalia should definitely try Westphalian ham on pumpernickel. If, on the other hand, you descend in the Rhineland, you cannot avoid the Rhineland Sauerbraten. What all regions have in common is the large selection of different types of beer. For beer lovers, North Rhine-Westphalia is definitely an Eldorado.

The amusement park is known far beyond the borders of Germany and is one of the biggest attractions of the federal state. Between fast-paced roller coasters, action-packed whitewater rides, colourful shows and a varied culinary offer, young and old get their money's worth at Phantasialand in Brühl.

The carnival is, next to the Oktoberfest, probably the largest folk festival in Germany and attracts countless tourists to the metropolises on the Rhine every year. Become part of the Rhenish cheerfulness and visit the colourful parades in Cologne, Düsseldorf and Aachen. However, you should book your apartment in the carnival strongholds as early as possible.

How much do the vacation rentals in North Rhine-Westphalia cost on average?

At an average cost of $151 per night, North Rhine-Westphalia lies at the upper end of the price range for vacation rentals in Germany.

Which months allow you to save the most on vacation rentals?

]If you are looking to get the most out of your money, the most affordable months to visit North Rhine-Westphalia are September ($145 the average per night for accommodation), November ($147), and June ($148).

In which months is it more expensive to rent a vacation rental in North Rhine-Westphalia?

When it comes to booking a vacation rental in North Rhine-Westphalia, the highest prices are usually seen in the month of January (with an average of $160 per night), followed by February ($158), and then December ($152).

Is North Rhine-Westphalia a good location for a last-minute getaway?

It is better to plan ahead in North Rhine-Westphalia as only 38% of the accommodations are available throughout the year, following the data observed in the previous year.

When are more vacation rentals available?

April, May and March are, in order of highest to lowest, the months offering the largest number of accommodations available, with an average availability of 56%, 52%, and 46%.

When will it be harder to find an available vacation rental in North Rhine-Westphalia?

The months with the lowest properties available in North Rhine-Westphalia are, in order, August, July, and February with respective average availability figures of 21%, 28%, and 30%, based on the previous year.

How many rentals are there in North Rhine-Westphalia?

In North Rhine-Westphalia we collaborate with 52 different providers to give you a choice of 10,000 properties, so you will not be short of options!