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Updated on 9/3/2026
roadsurfer
501-1,000 employees
Campervan rentals, subscriptions, sales
Compensation Overview
€2.6k/mo
Dormagen, Germany + 2 more
More locations: Cologne, Germany | Düsseldorf, Germany
In Person
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- Reliability, motivation, and enjoyment of working with camper vans.
- Willingness to perform hands-on work involving physical dirt and mess.
- Ability to work independently and carefully.
- Professionally prepare the interiors and exteriors of the vans.
- Perform technical check-ups, including checking tire pressure, oil level, and water level.
- Inspect camper vans upon return from holidays and check for resulting damage.
- Remove decals and perform light paint repairs.
- Support additional work-related tasks.
- Knowledge of vehicle detailing and technical understanding.
- A Class B driver's license.
Roadsurfer offers campervan rentals, used van sales, and a long-term subscription service for outdoor travel. It also runs roadsurfer spots, a platform that connects campers with private landowners who list farms and vineyards as camping locations. Customers book ready-to-go camping packages from a fleet of modern campervans with perks like unlimited mileage, flexible cancellation, and a free second driver. The company differentiates itself with a multi-channel model and a large international network (nearly 10,000 vehicles across 90+ locations in 16 countries, including North America) through which it aims to make camper travel easy, convenient, and scalable.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$157.9M
Headquarters
Munich, Germany
Founded
2016
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2025 financing added €85 million for Europe and North America expansion.
- 2025 U.S. stations added Phoenix, Denver, Salt Lake City, Seattle, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, and New York.
- 2026 app updates kept route planning active in selected European countries.
What critics are saying
- roadsurfer depends on debt-heavy ABS and venture debt from Macquarie, BBVA, and Avellinia.
- Fleet growth to 10,000 vehicles raises depreciation, maintenance, and residual-value risk through 2026.
- A 2027 refinancing miss would choke fleet purchases and force downsizing.
What makes roadsurfer unique
- roadsurfer runs a 10,000-vehicle fleet across 90 locations in 16 countries.
- Its roadsurfer spots app pairs campervans with private pitches, farms, and vineyards.
- A 2025 VW California launch partnership strengthened its brand with Volkswagen.
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BBVA has completed its first venture debt operation in Germany, providing €25 million to Roadsurfer, a German outdoor mobility company. The funding aims to support Roadsurfer's international expansion in Europe and North America. The deal benefits from the EU and European Investment Fund's support under the InvestEU program, offering favorable conditions. Donatella Callegaris of BBVA highlighted the company's digital and innovative nature and its sustainable travel impact.
Leading European campervan rental company, Roadsurfer has launched a new and improved set of curated tourist routes in the UK, aimed at seasoned road trip enthusiasts and first-time explorers, alike.
Roadsurfer has secured €30 million from Avellinia Capital to expand its camper fleet from 8,500 to 10,000 vehicles. This investment supports growth in Europe and North America, covering 2025 fleet investments without needing additional capital. The partnership with Avellinia Capital, known for asset-based financing, highlights roadsurfer's strong market position and commitment to sustainability.
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