By car through Europe? Then nothing can stop you!

Something different again

Don’t go by plane for once, but choose a car holiday! Europe also brings many beautiful destinations with it if you go by car. For example, you can travel to tropical temperatures in Southern Europe, or visit the beautiful nature in Scandinavia. Both destinations are easily accessible from the Netherlands.

The most beautiful sustainable places to stay

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A romantic nature house in Lombardy

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€ 229

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Nesso Hotels,
Lombardy
This lovely romantic holiday home is located in Nesso near the shore of the famous Lake Como. It is a small but cleverly laid out cottage with a large, fenced private garden. The natural surroundings and the relatively hidden location of the cottage make this cottage very charming and offer plenty of peace. By a nearby ferry you can visit the community yourself in the many villages and towns on Lake Como.

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Glamping at San Giuliano Terme

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€ 50

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San Giuliano Terme,
Tuscany
This cozy Glamping tent is located in Tuscany, near the San giuliano terme. It is located in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, near Mount Pisano. With the cities of Pisa and Lucca, the beach and the natural park of San Rossore, there is always something to do.

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Holiday home in Westmeerbeek on the water

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€ 100

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Westmeerbeek,
Antwerp
This vacation home has a spacious terrace on the water, inside is a new grand piano that you can play. Other than that, the area is quiet and peaceful. On the same piece of land is also a tree house, which is also for rent if you want to stay with more than 2 people (max. 5)

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Vacation Home in Lier

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€ 91.22

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Lier,
Antwerp
The cottage is located in a quiet area. It features a communal swimming pond (heated in summer by solar energy) and also has a petanque court. Furthermore, the cottage is located in the Pallieterland, where you can walk or cycle well.

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Villa in Briona

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€ 278

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Briona Hotels,
Piedmont
This beautiful villa is located in the Novara region and has spacious grounds with tall trees, wild vegetation and open space. This recently renovated luxury villa is a real retreat for the daily hustle and bustle. There is the possibility of walking, cycling, wine tasting and more in the area, but there is also plenty to do on site! From playing football to ping pong and from swinging to skateboarding, everything is possible.

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On a car holiday through Europe

Do you opt for electric?

To travel by car as sustainably as possible, it is of course best to go out with an electric car. The prevailing view on this is that it is all difficult because you have to load. But did you know that charging stations can be found almost everywhere in Europe these days? dIn addition, there are numerous electric car routes, which have been specially mapped out for people who want to go on holiday with an electric car. We have listed the three best destinations for an electric car holiday.

Germany

First on our list is our large neighbor Germany. Many holidaymakers are already familiar with the unlimited highways in Germany: winter sports enthusiasts race through them towards the Swiss Alps, the Austrian Tyrol and the Italian Dolomites. WSo we drive through it often enough, while Germany itself is also a suitable destination for a car holiday. Europe Germany has a collection of culture and nature. For example, visit the mountainous and hilly state of Bavaria. In eight hours you are already in the capital of the state of Munich. Closer to the border you also have plenty to do. The Ruhr area, in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, also has plenty to offer with cities such as Dortmund, Bochum and Essen.

France

France has been the favorite holiday destination of the Dutch for years. France is also very suitable for a car holiday, in about five hours you are already in the capital Paris. The city of love, with its famous Eiffel Tower, is highly recommended for a short city trip. France is also attractive for longer periods for a car holiday.

In addition to the French Alps, Europe also has the Pyrenees in France, where you can also ski beautifully in winter. Those looking for sun and beach can visit the coastal area of Côte d’azur or the beaches around Bordeaux in the summer. Closer to the Netherlands you will find the coastal regions of Brittany and Normandy, which can be reached within a few hours by car.

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Italy

From the aforementioned capital of Bavaria, Munich, the border with Italy is only three hours away. Italy is also not too far by car. The north of Italy can be reached in about 11 hours by car, which makes it a nice destination for a car holiday. Europe Italy is rich in culture, nature and above all good food! Who doesn’t want to enjoy the sun with a delicious pizza or pasta? Northern Italy is a magnet for the Dutch in summer and winter. With all its mountains, South Tyrol offers enough space for ski slopes, while you can enjoy the summer temperatures again on the beautiful lakes. So there is something for everyone in the southern European country.

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On an adventure by car? Stay away a little longer!

road trip

If you don’t want to sit behind the wheel for too long, you can also choose to take a road trip. This way you don’t have to drive all day and you can discover different destinations during your car holiday. Europe is ideal for road trips thanks to the good infrastructure: you can get (almost) everywhere by car. If you choose to take a road trip, you also have the opportunity to dive a little further into Europe. We have listed the best road trip destinations:

Slovenia

Slovenia is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. Driving through the Julian Alps you feel like you are in Switzerland, twhile the vast vineyards around you make you feel like you are driving through Italy an hour later. This gives you a great diversity during your car ride. The hotspots that you should not miss during your driving holiday through Europe are the famous Bled lake, the Vintgar Gorge and the Triglav national park.

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Croatia

If you like atmospheric cities, beautiful nature reserves and special history, Croatia is the destination for you. With the nice weather in the summer, it is perfect to plan a multi-day road trip. In addition, it is also ideal for visiting different islands, because cars are allowed on most ferries!

Greece

With more than 2500 kilometers, Greece is the furthest destination on this list. If you set aside several days for your trip, it is certainly doable for you car holiday through Europe. With an average temperature of 28.6 degrees Celsius, Greece is the hottest summer country in Europe. So enjoy it to the fullest!

Important: prepare well for your car holiday in Europe!

A little more preparation is required if you travel with an electric car for your car holiday. Europe is nowadays rich in charging stations, but it is wise to plan your route in advance. Make sure you know how far you can drive and where charging stations are located. In addition, try to ensure that you also have options for charging at your destination. For example, see if there are a charging station is nearby or that your accommodation has a charging station available. This way you can go on holiday electrically with peace of mind.

Prefer to travel by train?

NS International

For those who do not have an electric car, but would still like to make a sustainable choice, NS-international is the place to be. Plan and book your train journey easily on the website and you will have tickets in your phone in no time. No more unnecessary printing paper, but just an e-ticket that the conductor can scan. Due to the many high-speed trains, several major European cities are quickly accessible.

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Interrail

Road tripping the railways: with the interrail pass you get access to the train network of 33 countries! This pass allows you to travel across Europe by train. Even further destinations are easily accessible with a multi-day pass. You can also visit cities such as Barcelona, Rome and Lisbon by train. The various options in terms of pass allow you to plan your trip completely as you wish.

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Flixbus

The FlixBus is the ideal way to go on holiday without worries. You do not have to drive yourself and it is also very economical. When you arrive at your destination, you are well rested and you can head out right away. Today, FlixBus has more than 2500 destinations throughout Europe, so there is something for everyone.

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