11 Must-Visit European Destinations for Motorhome Adventures

Now that retirement has lifted work constraints, you have the freedom to explore Europe's most captivating destinations in your motorhome. As experienced travelers, we've handpicked routes showcasing stunning landscapes, welcoming locals, rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering cuisine.

1 - Italy

Italy stands out as a premier motorhome destination. From the Alps to Sicily, this 'museum country' offers dreamy coastlines, rolling hills dotted with charming villages, and dramatic mountains. Begin in these standout regions:

2 - Tuscany

• Pisa and its iconic Leaning Tower, plus nearby palaces and monuments
• Siena's Carrara marble Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, home to treasures like Pinturicchio's Coronation of Pius II and the Three Graces
• San Gimignano's fortified medieval town with its towering skyline
• Florence's masterpieces: Michelangelo's David, the Uffizi, Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Medici villas, and countless palaces, gardens, and churches

3 - The Great Italian Lakes

Springtime in northern Italy's Great Lakes region delivers unforgettable scenery: mountains mirrored in crystalline waters, with vibrant flowers adorning village balconies. Focus on Lakes:

• Como
• Maggiore
• Garda
• Iseo

4 - Venice

Venice demands several days to wander its canals, palaces, churches, and museums. Park your motorhome in nearby lots or campsites and take shuttles into the city of romance.

5 - Rome

Rome, an open-air museum, requires parking outside and using public transport. Highlights include:

• The Colosseum
• The Pantheon
• Triumphal Arches
• Ancient Temples
• The Vatican and Sistine Chapel
• Piazza, bridges, and quays
• Trevi Fountain and other opulent fountains
• Obelisks
• Ramparts and gates
• Countless churches
• Ancient burials, and more

6 - Naples and the Amalfi Coast

Naples and its environs brim with wonders. Top sites:

• Pompeii
• Vesuvius
• Capri
• Amalfi Coast's cliffside villages with jaw-dropping sea views
• Herculaneum, Paestum, and beyond

Italy's motorhome-friendly infrastructure includes affordable—and often free—sites everywhere.

7 - Greece

Ferry from Italy's Ancona, Bari, or Brindisi to Igoumenitsa or Patras, entering a land of over 4,500 islands. Circuit the Peloponnese and visit:

• Athens (allow multiple days)
• Epidaurus' ancient theater and museum with the Caduceus and artifacts
• Delphi's Temple of Apollo
• Olympia's Temple of Zeus
• Aegina's Temple of Aphaia
• The Cyclades
• Corfu and Ionian Islands
• Mount Olympus and Mycenae's Treasury

Explore archaeological gems and islands like Rhodes, Samothrace, Santorini, Mykonos via budget ferries. Plan stops ahead; campsites and areas are plentiful and cheap.

8 - Andalusia

For winter sun in southern Spain, Andalusia excels with low-cost, equipped motorhome sites near beaches and landmarks. Discover:

• Seville's palaces, Giralda, Cathedral, Alcazar, Santa Cruz, Spanish Steps, Maria Luisa Park, Tower of Gold
• Granada's Alhambra, palaces, and gardens
• Malaga's coast and famed wines
• Cadiz, another gem
• Sierra Nevada (May-October)

9 - Portugal

Portugal welcomes motorhomes year-round with superb scenery, mild weather, and friendly locals. Key spots:

• Algarve's cliffs, beaches, and white villages
• Alentejo's Atlantic sands and eucalyptus groves
• Lisbon's hills and Belém Tower
• Coimbra's walled old town
• Porto and Douro Valley vineyards

Affordable living includes bacalhau dishes galore.

10 - Croatia

Croatia's islands and turquoise beaches are motorhome heaven, with budget seafront spots (campsites pricier). Visit:

• Istria and Pula Peninsula
• Rijeka and Opatija
• Paklenica Park's waterfalls
• Plitvice Lakes
• Krk Island
• Split, Hvar
• Dubrovnik's medieval core
• Kotor Bay

Savor fresh fish and spit-roasted pork.

11 - The Netherlands

Summers often hit 30°C+ in this flat, camper-friendly nation. Opt for clean, affordable small campsites or areas. Admire gabled brick houses, canals, and cyclists (yield always). See:

• Amsterdam, The Hague, Delft, Haarlem, Gouda
• Van Gogh Museum, Rembrandt House, Anne Frank House, Heineken Experience
• Volendam, Edam, Zaanse Schans, Marken, Monnickendam
• Reserves like Kampen, Middelburg, Domburg, Lelystad

Canal banks offer prime overnight spots.

Europe's motorhome wonders extend to the UK, Norway, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and more—each with enchanting parks, cities, and views. Your motorhome unlocks them all.