Cham

As of June 2026, Regensburg, Cham, Passau have 1,452 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cham generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €29K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. Supply contraction coupled with flat revenue suggests intensifying competition for a shrinking guest base, while the 4x performance gap indicates significant market fragmentation where property differentiation strongly influences outcomes.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cham. Average annual revenue is €13K with 37% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €29K/year. Declining supply alongside flat revenue suggests tightening market conditions, though the substantial gap between average and top performers indicates meaningful differentiation exists among listings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cham is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €108, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €24 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cham, with annual revenue of €25K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cham market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cham area. Regensburg: Strict. Registration required, primary residence rule enforced, commercial STRs heavily restricted. Active enforcement with fines and delisting. Cham: Moderate. Registration needed, tourism tax collection required. Standard enforcement, fewer restrictions than major Bavarian cities. Passau: Moderate. Registration mandatory, tourist tax applies, primary residence preference. Moderate enforcement, some flexibility for tourism-dependent economy. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Cham Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($12,818) and top performers ($28,900) suggests that market differentiation is driving returns, while the 37% occupancy rate reflects moderate competitive intensity.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -25% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Cham listings include: Kitchen (73%), Balcony (65%), Tv (61%), Washing Machine (45%), Heating (40%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Air Conditioning, Bbq, with Heating properties earning approximately 25% more (€22K/year vs €17K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cham over the last 12 months: May: €697, June: €861, July: €772, August: €918, September: €807, October: €850, November: €561, December: €695, January: €527, February: €704, March: €579, April: €841. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Cham is €108, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €95/night, 2-bedroom properties average €109/night, 3-bedroom properties average €134/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €240/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Cham book an average of 35 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 36 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Cham Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 23%. Despite rate increases, declining occupancy and revenue suggest weakening demand relative to supply, while the substantial gap between average revenue ($12,818) and top performers ($28,900) indicates significant performance stratification in a competitive market.

In Cham, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 7% higher occupancy than weekdays.