Zebra-striped Land Rover Defender raised on a lift with participants looking at its underside

OFFROAD-TRAVEL · GERMANY 

4x4 screwdriver course off-road vehicle Germany

4x4 Screwdriver Course Off-Road Vehicle is the OVERCROSS workshop course in Germany: a practical off-road vehicle repair course for everyone who wants to understand their vehicle technically better.


How long? 2 Days
When? Spring, Autumn
Price € 350 / Person

The Journey

Land Rover Defender Workshop Course for Beginners

The 4x4 screwdriver course for off-road vehicles by OVERCROSS is the right entry point if you want to master typical breakdowns in the terrain and become more independent on your travels. As an off-road vehicle repair course, the workshop is aimed at beginners who want to engage practically with 4x4 technology and repairs. The course starts on Saturdays at 10:00 AM in Wurmberg, in the wild south of Germany - as a 4x4 workshop in Germany, the focus is on practical experience. The off-road repair workshop is led by Rüdiger, an experienced specialist. After the course, you will have a solid foundation for off-road trips and expeditions with your own vehicle.

Group photo of course participants posing on a zebra-striped Land Rover Defender in a workshop Mechanic in glasses using a wrench on an off-road vehicle's wheel hub during the workshop Group examining a removed engine and axle components on a workbench in the workshop Instructor explaining a Land Rover Defender's open engine bay to course participants Group crouching around a removed differential unit on the workshop floor 4x4 screwdriver course off-road vehicle Germany
Key Highlights of the Trip

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Practical Screwdriving
01
Practical Screwdriving
In the 4x4 mechanic course for off-road vehicles, you will learn practical repair techniques directly on the Land Rover Defender and other vehicles, rather than just watching - real understanding comes from working, testing, and experimenting on the vehicle.
02 Offroad-specific topics
02
Offroad-specific topics
As an off-road vehicle repair course, the workshop addresses axle articulation, track width, drive axles, and tires - topics that are important for every off-road repair workshop with 4x4 vehicles in the field.
03 Security aspects in the course
03
Security aspects in the course
The Land Rover Defender workshop course imparts important safety measures for repairs on the go, so you can travel safer on off-road trips and long journeys with your SUV.
04 Theory and practice united
04
Theory and practice united
In this 4x4 workshop in Germany, you apply theoretical knowledge directly in practical exercises. The off-road vehicle maintenance course combines technical understanding with real workshop work on your vehicle.
05 Food & Accommodation
05
Food & Accommodation
During the off-road vehicle workshop for beginners, you will be fully taken care of in Wurmberg: breakfast, lunch, evening barbecuing, and snacks, so that you can concentrate entirely on the repairs.
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Days 1-2
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4x4 Screwdriver Course Off-Road Vehicle in Wurmberg

4x4 Screwdriver Course Off-Road Vehicle in Wurmberg

As a Land Rover Defender DIY Course and 4x4 vehicle maintenance seminar, the course starts on Saturdays at 10:00 AM in Wurmberg. Lunch and a communal barbecue follow from 5:00 PM, and the course ends on Saturdays at 5:00 PM.

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Group photo of course participants posing on a zebra-striped Land Rover Defender in a workshop
Land Rover Defender Workshop Course Conclusion

Land Rover Defender Workshop Course Conclusion

On the second day, you will deepen topics such as axle articulation and stub axle repair in the axle articulation repair course as a 4x4 repair basic course. The start is on Sundays at 09:00 AM, including breakfast and lunch, and the course ends on Sundays at 04:00 PM.

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Verified Reviews

What riders say about Offroad-travel in Germany

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Matthias B.

The group dynamics during the 4x4 mechanic course in Germany were clearly structured, which facilitated the learning process. With a maximum of six participants...

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Die Gruppendynamik während des 4x4-Schrauberkurses in Deutschland war klar strukturiert, was den Lernprozess erleichterte. In der Maximalgröße von sechs Teilnehmern konnte jeder individuell betreut werden, während praktische Themen wie Sicherheitsaspekte eingeübt wurden.

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Matthias N.

The 4x4 wrenching course in Germany is aimed at advanced off-roaders and offers a hands-on experience in a Landrover workshop. The challenge comes from the comb...

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Der 4x4-Schrauberkurs in Deutschland richtet sich an fortgeschrittene Offroader und bietet eine praxisnahe Erfahrung in einer Landrover Werkstatt. Die Belastung kommt durch die Kombination aus theoretischen Einheiten und praktischen Anwendungen, wobei die Teilnehmer an den Bauformen des Land Rover Defender 90/110/130 arbeiten. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 6 Personen trägt zur intensiven Betreuung und effektiven Wissensvermittlung während der zwei Tage bei.

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Oliver H.

The 4x4 wrenching course in Germany offers a demanding format for advanced participants. The combination of practical wrenching exercises and theoretical conten...

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Der 4x4-Schrauberkurs in Deutschland bietet ein anspruchsvolles Format für fortgeschrittene Teilnehmer. Die Kombination von praktischen Schrauberübungen und theoretischen Inhalten während der zwei Tage gewährte einen intensiven Einblick in die spezifischen Bauformen des Land Rover Defender. Die Gruppengröße von maximal sechs Personen ermöglicht eine individuelle Betreuung. Ich lernte, die Sicherheitsaspekte und Herausforderungen bei Geländewagen-Reparaturen besser zu bewerten, was meine Erwartungen an die Fähigkeiten in der Offroad-Technik erheblich erweiterte.

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€ 350 / person

Trip includes

  • professional guidance of a car mechanic
  • drinks and catering from OVERCROSS
  • comprehensive support by OVERCROSS staff on site
  • overnight stay on the camping site in a rooftop tent or ground tent (there are also comfortable sleeping cabins made of wood or "mobile homes" available for rent)
  • What content does the course include?
    The course teaches basic repair techniques for off-road vehicles, including axle articulation, track width, repairs on drive axles and tires, as well as radiator modifications.
  • How long does the course last?
    The course starts on Saturdays at 10:00 AM and ends on Sundays at 4:00 PM.
  • Which vehicles are suitable for the course?
    Primarily Land Rover models, but also other 4x4 vehicles such as Toyota, Jeep, or Iveco can participate.
  • Is the course suitable for beginners?
    Yes, the course is aimed at beginners and imparts basic knowledge for repairs in the field.
  • What catering is included in the course?
    You will receive full board, including breakfast, lunch, and a barbecue evening on Saturday.
  • Are there overnight accommodations available on site?
    You can stay in a nearby guesthouse or camp on-site in your own car or rooftop tent.
  • What is included in the course price?
    The price covers the course, food, tools, consumables, and a course folder.

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