Europe by motorhome: top 5 destinations for summer!

The nice summer weather asks for only one thing: a motorhome trip! There are many beautiful destinations in Europe that are perfect for a motorhome trip. Especially in the summer season, you can go to several places in Europe for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Can't wait to get out in your campervan again either, but still need some inspiration for your next motorhome trip? Then quickly read this blog, because we list 5 of the best European destinations for a motorhome trip in summer for you!

You do not have to necessarily travel far to enjoy your vacation. There is a lot to do in Belgium as well! For example, you could choose to spend an active vacation in the Belgian Ardennes or relax by the Belgian coast. The average temperature lies somewhere between 13°C and 25°C in the summer months, so it will never be too hot to do something.

Do you love Belgian beers? Consider travelling down our motorhome route along breweries in the Netherlands and Belgium. During this trip you will not only try the tastiest beers, but you will also come across several beautiful places and cities in the Netherlands and Belgium! 

Looking for a special activity for your trip to Belgium? In Bouillon, you can attend a special spectacle with light and sound that tells the historical stories of this fascinating city. At dusk, moving images are projected on historic locations. At your own pace, you can walk along a beautifully lit Cordemois bridge, for example. At Bouillon Castle, there is a special show in the courtyard. This (re)discovery tour is for all ages and lasts until November.

- Discover the beautiful nature of the Ardennes during your motorhome trip through Belgium!

It should come as no surprise that Italy is a popular destination for vacation: its coast with the beautiful beaches, the historical cities, the amazing weather and not to forget, the amazing Italian kitchen! We get why so many motorhomers travel to this country every year. Would you like to save some money for extra pizza's and aperol spritz this summer? Spend the night at a free motorhome stopover in Italy! If you're not sure where you want to travel to, you should have a look at this motorhome route through the north of Italy. This route takes you along several beautiful locations in the north of this amazing country.

Have you ever been to the Italian islands? Sardinia and Sicily are both fantastic destinations for the summer months and you can easily travel there with your motorhome with the ferry from the mainland.

- The Italian coast by Napels is so beautiful; you should definitely travel here by motorhome!

Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve... Portugal has thousands of beautiful vacation destinations. If you're looking for rough coastlines, stunning nature, delicious food and good weather then this is the place for you! Are you looking for unique experiences in Portugal? Go surfing at the Atlantic coast, discover the enchanting Óbidos or travel from north to south Portugal along the EN2. This motorhome route is better known as the Portuguese Route 66 and takes you to the most beautiful and authentic places of the country!

Are you looking for a motorhome stopover for your trip to Portugal? Quickly read "5x free motorhome stopovers in Portugal". In this blog, you will find various free motorhome stopovers scattered over the whole country, so that your trip to the country of pasteís de nata and porto wine gets even extra enjoyable!

- If you decide to travel to the Algarve by motorhome this summer, you should definitely stop by Ponte de Piedade!

Slovenia is getting increasingly popular, and we totally understand! This country has everything: clear blue lakes, high peaks, quaint cities, and a beautiful coastline. Whether you want to go hiking or just relax by the water, you will definitely enjoy your time in Slovenia. The sun shines often during the summer months, and you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 30°C. Aren't you familiar with Slovenia yet? No worries! With our motorhome route through Slovenia, you can travel well-prepared to the best places of the country! If you want to gather some more inspiration or if you're looking for some more motorhome stopovers, have a look at our Slovenia page!

- At Lake Bled you can make several amazing hikes and refresh yourself in the clear waters of the lake!

Bosnia and Herzegovina?! Yeah, you read that right! You might not think of it immediately, but this country is, with its many motorhome stopovers and beautiful nature, a perfect destination for your next motorhome trip. Whereas other Balkan countries such as Slovenia, Montenegro and Croatia have grown to be respected travel destinations, Bosnia and Herzegovina gets left behind. This is no surprise because the country has been at war until 1995. This war is now over, however, which makes that the country is now safe for travellers.

There's a lot to see and do in Bosnia and Herzegovina; you could go rafting on the Una River, discover the Derwisj-monastery in Blagaj or explore the capital Sarajevo, which is also known as the 'Jerusalem of Europe' because of its Eastern influences.

- The stunning Mostar is a popular destination for tourists in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

As we have mentioned before, there are a lot of beautiful European destinations for a motorhome trip in the summer. Are you looking for some more inspiration for your next motorhome trip? Have a look at our blog! Here you can find weekly tips and blogs on motorhome routes, motorhome stopovers and much more!