11 countries, 7800 kilometres, and the most stunning and jaw dropping cities in the world. If you like driving with spectacular views and the coastal breeze in your hair, this is the trip you want to take. Here is the ultimate road trip across Europe, taking you through the true hidden gems of the majestic and historical continent. Ten of the most beautiful countries featuring vineyards, oceans, cliffs and countryside inns will leave you speechless.
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This Ultimate European Road Trip starts from good old Berlin in Germany. Fly into Berlin from anywhere in the world and rent a car from any of the known rental companies like Hertz, Sixt or Enterprise. Or if you want to be a little more adventurous, get a trailer and hit the road!
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The route:
1. Berlin (Germany)
2. Amsterdam (Netherlands)
3. Ghent (Belgium)
4. Brussels (Belgium)
5. Clervaux (Luxembourg)
6. Paris (France)
7. La Rochelle (France)
8. Biarritz (France)
9. Getaria (Spain)
10. Bermeo (Spain)
11. Combarro (Spain)
12. Lisbon (Portugal)
13. Seville (Spain)
14. Valencia (Spain)
15. Barcelona (Spain)
16. Nice (French Rivera Route)
17. Gran Paradiso National Park (Italy)
18. Portofino (Italy)
19. Bologna (Italy)
20. Verona (Italy)
21. Salzburg (Austria)
22. Prague (Czech Republic)
Tips for a perfect road trip:
- Have a great playlist, music is the best complement to a road trip.
- Don’t drive continuously from one place to another, stop over at places in between. Also, research what all things there are to do on the way and most importantly, if you like something on the way— stop over! It could be a shop, a cafe, an inn or just a splendid view.
- Have a driving partner. Don’t go such a long road trip solo, take a person who can keep you company and give you respite from the driving.
- When you reach the city, don’t be in a hurry to leave, spend a day or two. Admire the city by foot and explore it to its fullest. The best thing to do in Europe is stay in Airbnb apartments— they’re cheap and much better than hotels.
- Take a strong, steady vehicle. SUV’s are the best for road trips. They’re big and spacious and if you have to, you can even sleep in them.
- Make sure your passport is always handy and that you have all the right visas.
- Don’t panic if you have a car emergency like a punctured tire or empty fuel tank, as most rental companies have 24 hour roadside assistance.
- Always take the scenic route!