Description
About the book. Epic Van Trips of Europe collects 50 personal stories and 150 additional ideas for campervan travel in Europe. Lonely Planet highlights opportunities among the lakes of Northern Italy, the Scottish Highlands, and many other European landscapes. The book is designed for those who enjoy the freedom to choose their own direction and stops, providing inspiration for trips lasting a few days or several weeks.
Contents. The selection includes Rome to Cinque Terre, Alicante, the Dolomites, Swiss lakes, and the German Alpine Road. It also covers Transylvania, Bulgaria, Southern Poland, Finland, and the Baltics. Each main route features practical fact boxes with start and end points, distance, and duration. Local food specialties and suggested photo stops provide further reasons to pause. Photographs, maps, and experiences from those who have driven the routes accompany the planning material.
Who is this book suitable for? This is an inspirational book for both new and experienced campervan travelers. You can compare regions, look for a trip that fits your available time, or choose a route based on a desired experience. The personal accounts provide a sense of life on the road, while the fact boxes offer a starting point for further research. The hardcover edition is also suitable as a gift for road trip enthusiasts and as a book to browse with travel companions when planning the next journey.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to select experiences you truly want and see them in the context of the rest of the trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to get to know each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you want to achieve and what you want to experience. Allow for breaks and detours on certain days. A physical book is ideal to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey.
About the edition. English book, published 2025. 320 pages. ISBN 9781837583119.
