Lonely Planet Epic Van Trips of Europe

“This recommendation was hand-selected by The Gwenin Exchange team for its alignment with Gwenin’s values of clarity, accessibility, and mindful living.”

Explore Europe’s Most Beautiful Routes to Travel by Campervan
By Lonely Planet

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited
Publication Date: 12 March 2025
Format: Hardback
ISBN / EAN: 9781837583119
Pages: 320
Language: English
Dimensions: 208 × 268 × 29 mm
Weight: 1,320 g
Category: Travel & holiday guides

Description

Lonely Planet Epic Van Trips of Europe is the ultimate guide for van-life enthusiasts and adventure travellers, featuring 200 extraordinary routes across Europe.

This hardback guide includes 50 first-person stories of completed van trips plus 150 additional route ideas, covering destinations from the lakes of Northern Italy to the wild Highlands of Scotland, and beyond. Trip durations range from five days to several weeks, offering inspiration for both beginners and seasoned campervan travellers.

Each route comes with driving factboxes detailing starting and finishing points, distance, ideal travel season, local culinary highlights, and photo opportunities. Filled with maps, inspirational photography, and practical advice, this guide ensures you can plan your European van adventures with confidence and excitement.

Epic routes include:

Southern Europe: Rome to Cinque Terre, Alicante road trips, the Dolomites.
Western Europe: Switzerland from lake to lake, Wallonia to Luxembourg, German Alpine Road.
Central & Eastern Europe: Transylvania, Bulgaria from land to sea, Southern Poland sightseeing.
Northern Europe: UK and Ireland grand tour, Southwest Finland, Baltic States exploration.

Whether you’re a regular van-tripper or simply want to explore Europe in a new way, this guide will ignite your wanderlust and inspire unforgettable journeys on the open road.

Why We Chose This Book

At The Gwenin Exchange, we champion books that encourage exploration, curiosity, and mindful adventure.

We selected Epic Van Trips of Europe because it embodies our ethos of intentional travel and immersive experiences, offering readers the freedom to slow down, discover hidden gems, and connect deeply with landscapes, cultures, and communities across Europe.

Why You’ll Love This Book

200 van-friendly routes covering all of Europe.
50 personal first-hand stories plus 150 additional suggestions.
Practical trip details: distances, seasons, local cuisine, photo spots.
Inspirational photography and maps to guide your journey.
Ideal for beginners and experienced van travellers alike.

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