Wuppertal

As of May 2026, Wuppertal, Düsseldorf, Essen have 584 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 5% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Wuppertal generates €15K per year. High-performing properties earn €32K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. This significant revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand, while the broader market contraction in revenue highlights an increasingly polarized landscape for property performance.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Wuppertal. Average annual revenue is €15K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €32K/year. The gap between average and top-tier earners underscores the necessity for high-performing assets to differentiate themselves significantly to maintain occupancy during periods of declining aggregate revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Wuppertal is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €110, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €27 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Wuppertal, with annual revenue of €28K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Wuppertal market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Wuppertal area. Wuppertal: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general commercial registration. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Düsseldorf: Strict. Registration required, primary residence rule enforced, max 8 weeks/year for entire units. Active enforcement with fines up to €100,000. Essen: Moderate. Registration mandatory, primary residence preferred but not strictly enforced. Moderate enforcement, some illegal operations exist. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Wuppertal Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that market contraction is reducing saturation levels, potentially stabilizing the competitive landscape despite downward pressure on earnings.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -21% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Wuppertal listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (93%), Heating (88%), Washing Machine (67%), Parking (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Washing Machine, Tv, with Internet properties earning approximately 22% more (€26K/year vs €22K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Wuppertal over the last 12 months: May: €704, June: €759, July: €790, August: €890, September: €905, October: €1K, November: €967, December: €861, January: €565, February: €522, March: €761, April: €974. 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 Wuppertal is €110, up 25% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €89/night, 2-bedroom properties average €123/night, 3-bedroom properties average €183/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €234/night. Rates peak in September and are lowest in May.

Guests in Wuppertal book an average of 24 days in advance, down 25% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 23 days, 2-bedroom: 26 days, 3-bedroom: 26 days, 4+ bedroom: 28 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Wuppertal Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 5%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates increased 25%, and lead time decreased 25%. These metrics indicate a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing premiums, suggesting that remaining supply is working harder to offset volume losses.

In Wuppertal, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.