One of the most cost effective and enjoyable ways to explore a country is with a caravan. The appeal of hitting the open road and being able to stop at locations that catch your fancy is a form of travel that many enjoy. Europe is a very big place that has lots of attractive destinations to enjoy but here are five of the best places in Europe to go caravanning.
Southern France
The French have always been keen campers, and as a result the country is well equipped with high quality campsites throughout. But there is no better place in this beautiful destination than the rolling countryside of the southern region. Long stretches of vineyards as far as the eye can see are the backdrop to golden beaches on its Mediterranean coastline.
Coastal Spain
Spain is very well known for all its beach resort coastlines, but for anyone who is looking to explore by caravan, the part of the Mediterranean which runs from the French border is the perfect spot to start and throw oneself into an adventure that will take anyone into a magical land of amazing food, vibrant and mixed camping communities and most importantly, a well mapped out and trodden path of road networks that take caravanning holiday makers into parts of the country that would never be seen by plane or even land based public transport means.
Northern Italy
Tuscany is perhaps the most famous and well known of destinations in this rural area of Italy however for the keen caravan traveller, it is not the only one that offers a wide range of sites to stay at. There are many campsites that are caravan friendly with spacious lots, access to electricity and a good range of different level of quality of amenities. This is particularly important for those who have the most modern caravans and therefore have no need to be spending extra money for extra amenities that they simply have no use for.
Along the Rhine
Winding along this majestic river, which is considered by many as the most important waterway in Europe, there is a plethora of campsites that provide the ideal stopping places for anyone on a caravan holiday. Each site is located deep in the countryside with luscious greenery, clean air and clear blue skies as far as they eye can see. For those who are not linguists, this is equally one of the most English friendly parts of Europe with the language being spoken well not just by those who work in the hospitality industry but also many of the travellers one is likely to meet on the road.
For the ambitious at heart – Istanbul
This city break location may sound like a strange place to take a caravan but as the region grows there are an increasing number of sites in which to park up and explore around. What makes this unique place just wonderful to explore independently along the road is the mix of European and Asian culture that clashes and fuses together before one’s very eyes. Travelling through the city, people can see step by step as the ever-changing environment blends from a very western to a distinctly eastern flavour.
Europe is the perfect playground for those with a caravan, just make sure you have caravan insurance to cover your vehicle, a stock of supplies in the event of a breakdown and a good map!