If you’re looking for a family-friendly escape in the mountains, Fuente Dé in Northern Spain should be on your radar. Nestled in the heart of the Picos de Europa National Park, this hidden gem is a stunning blend of rugged peaks, alpine meadows, and panoramic views that take your breath away—literally and figuratively. Whether you look for a quiet family picnic or a more adventurous hike, Fuente Dé is the place to go.
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Exploring Northern Spain by Campervan: A Journey through Asturias and Cantabria
If you’re craving a road trip that combines dramatic coastlines, emerald-green mountains and beautiful beaches Northern Spain—particularly the regions of Asturias and Cantabria—offers one of Europe’s most underrated campervan adventures. This corner of the Iberian Peninsula is a perfect destination for nature lovers, surfers, foodies, and slow travelers seeking an experience far removed from the crowds of Barcelona or Madrid.
Campervan Adventure Along Sweden’s Bohuslän Coast
The sublime Bohuslän Coast is known for being one of Sweden's most beautiful regions. Situated between Gothenburg and the Norwegian border, the coast is famous for its 8000 small islands and its special reddish granite which is most beautiful during sunset. But its rocky islands not only create a great scenery, they also offer amazing possibilities for kayaking.
Picos de Europa: Exploring Covadonga with a campervan
Tucked away in the lush, green heart of Asturias, Covadonga is a destination that feels like it belongs in a storybook. This small yet profoundly significant place offers visitors a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and natural beauty, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring Spain. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, Covadonga has something to offer.
Exploring Bardenas Reales in a Campervan
Spain is often celebrated for its rich history, vibrant cities, and sun-soaked coastlines. But tucked away in the northern region of Navarra lies a natural wonder that defies the typical image of the country. The Bardenas Reales, a semi-desert landscape covering over 42,000 hectares, is one of Spain’s most unique terrains. With its surreal rock formations, vast plains, and deep ravines, this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve offers an experience unlike any other in Spain.
Family Adventures on Wheels: A Memorable Campervan Weekend in Baie de Somme
Welcome to Baie de Somme, a hidden gem nestled along the picturesque coastline of northern France. With its stunning natural beauty, charming seaside towns, and rich biodiversity, Baie de Somme offers a unique and enchanting experience for campers and vanlifers seeking a tranquil coastal getaway. We have visited this place with our six weeks old daughter and absolutely loved this first escape as a family.
Roaming the picturesque Cottentin Peninsula: A 5 days campervan road trip in Normandy, France
The Cottentin peninsula with its rough but beautiful northern landscape is yet another (and maybe less crowded) great travel destination in France. Its coastal road offers breathtaking panoramic views and lots of amazing campervan spots.
10 days Switzerland campervan trip
Switzerland is famous for its most beautiful mountain panorama and being able to spend the night in a campervan watching this beautiful scenery make the country a great campervan destination. This is our 1O days experience in the German-speaking part of the country.
Itinerary – 10 days Switzerland road trip in a campervan
We visited Switzerland, this beautiful country famous for its breathtaking mountain panorama. This is our 12 days campervan itinerary:
Itinerary: 3 weeks camper van experience in Southern Sweden
The first trip after buying our camper van was going to Sweden, one of the best camper van destinations in Europe where wild camping is not a problem. This is the itinerary of our three weeks road trip in this Northern European country with its more than 100.000 lakes.
Stockholm Archipelago: A day-trip to Grinda island
During a trip to Stockholm, discovering the Archipelago is a must-do to for every traveller. There are boats going to several islands around Stockholm. While the most famous day-trip is the one to Waxholm, a one hour boat-ride away, we decided to go a bit further and enjoy the quiet nature of Grinda. How to … Continue reading Stockholm Archipelago: A day-trip to Grinda island
Itinerary: 10 days vanilfe in Denmark
We do love to travel in a camper van and I must say that Denmark was a perfect destination for that. In only a bit more than one week we were able to discover a big part of the country. This is our itinerary:
Uncovering the best of Yucatan (Mexico): A 2-Weeks road trip
In December, we spent two weeks in Yucatan, Mexico. During our roadtrip we discovered beautiful white beaches, colourful houses, crystal clear cenotes and mystic maya ruins in the middle of the jungle. This is our itinerary.
2 weeks South Africa road trip: From Joburg to Cape Town
In May 2018, we spent two weeks in South Africa. This was the first time we booked via a travel agency, because we did not have enough time to organize the trip ourselves. This is our experience: Day 1 - Johannesburg On our first day, we arrived in Johannesburg in the morning. We were picked … Continue reading 2 weeks South Africa road trip: From Joburg to Cape Town
