A road trip planned by Graham Cooper over 16 days with 43 stops.
Countries: NLD, DEU, CZE, BEL
From 2026-09-10T23:00:00.000Z to 2026-09-25T23:00:00.000Z
Netherlands
Amerongen, Netherlands
Quick stop Enjoy the gardens and views.Take a coffee break.Continue onwards.
Rhenen, Netherlands
The Grebbeberg is one of the highest points in this part of the Netherlands and gives us:woodland walking,views over the Rhine valley,a chance to stretch our legs.
NaturOH, 48712 Gescher-Harwick, Germany
48329 Havixbeck, Germany
Just a quick drive by & photos
31785 Hameln, Germany
Home of the Pied Piper.Have a look around and lunch.
Windausweg, Göttingen, Germany
Possible overnight stop or just visit Gottingen.The Gänseliesel Fountain, said to be Germany's most-kissed girlThe charming half-timbered streets.Independent bookshops and cafés.The old botanical garden if you fancy a peaceful stroll.
38644 Goslar, Germany
https://www.harz-camp-goslar.de/de-de
Bertha-von-Suttner-Straße, Goslar, Germany
the Imperial Palace,the old town,the market square,
Potsdam, Potsdam Nord, Germany
Optional stop Sanssouci Palace and its beautiful gardens.The charming Dutch Quarter.The historic Glienicke Bridge ("Bridge of Spies").Lakeside cafés and pleasant walking routes.
13509 Berlin-Reinickendorf, Germany
https://www.reisemobil-zentrum-berlin.de
Pariser Platz, Berlin, Germany
10117 Berlin, Germany
10178 Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany
Bernauer Straße, Berlin, Germany
Bernauer Straße, Berlin, Germany
Mühlenstraße, Berlin, Germany
Oberbaumbrücke, Berlin, Germany
10969 Berlin-Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Germany
Historic Restaurant 1902 Own breweryNeed to book
Berlin, Germany
Panoramastraße, Berlin, Germany
Need to book - viewing deck
Friedrichstraße, Berlin, Germany
Basteiweg, Lohmen, Germany
Stop 1 – Bastei (10:30–12:00)This is one of Germany's iconic viewpoints and is well worth the stop. The walk from the car park to the bridge is straightforward and suitable before a longer drive.Stop 2 – Bad Schandau (12:15–13:30)A relaxed lunch by the River Elbe before crossing into the Czech Republic.Scenic drive into CzechiaInstead of rushing to the campsite, enjoy the winding roads through the sandstone landscape. The scenery becomes more impressive as you approach Jetřichovice.Arrive at the campsiteAim to arrive around 16:00–17:00. That gives you time to settle in, perhaps enjoy a swim if the weather is warm, and have dinner without feeling rushed. The campsite accepts arrivals from the morning until the evening in the main season
Kirnitzschtalstraße, Bad Schandau, Germany
Ride the historic Kirnitzschtal Tramway.Explore the spa town of Bad Schandau.Walk along the River Elbe.
Jetřichovice u Děčína, Czechia
https://kemp-jetrichovice.cz
Hřensko Hřensko, Czechia
Hike & Visitors Centre
Jetřichovice u Děčína, Czechia
https://kemp-jetrichovice.cz
Czechia
The Mill and Market Colonnades.Sampling the thermal spring water (bring a sense of humour—the taste isn't for everyone!).The Grandhotel Pupp, famous from Casino Royale.The funicular up to the Diana Tower if you want a panoramic view of the town.Have lunch in one of the cafés overlooking the River Teplá.
Závodní, Karlovy Vary 6, Czechia
https://stellplatzholoubek.cz/en/
357 33 Loket, Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic
Loket CastleThe market square.Walking across the bridge for the classic postcard view back towards the castle.Coffee in one of the cafés overlooking the square.
96047 Bamberg, Germany
Very close to the old town.Easy arrival after driving from Loket.You can leave the van parked and explore on foot or by public transport.Good for a 6.3m van.It has:around 25 motorhome spaceselectricityfresh waterwaste disposalWi-Fi
Am Campingpl., Bamberg, Germany
Alternative for Campsite with facilitieshttps://campinginsel.de
Detwang, Rothenburg ob der Tauber-Detwang, Germany
Germany
Cycle into Rothenburg.Coffee and pastries.Walk the walls before crowds arrive.AfternoonCycle the Tauber valley.Stop at a village café.Return to the campsite.EveningWalk the old town again when it is quiet.
Detwang, Rothenburg ob der Tauber-Detwang, Germany
Harbigweg, Heidelberg, Germany
An der Schanz, Nippes, Germany
https://www.reisemobilhafen-koeln.de/anfahrt
Germany
AfternoonCycle or walk along the Rhine:Hohenzollern BridgeCologne CathedralOld Town lanesEvening (the important bit)Do the Cologne experience:find a traditional Brauhausorder a Kölsch beer (they keep bringing small glasses until you put your beer mat over the glass!)enjoy the atmosphereGood choices:Früh am Dom — very convenient near the cathedralPäffgen — more traditional local feel
3600 Genk, Belgium
Right by the Kattevennen gateway to Hoge Kempen.Excellent for bikes.Easy cycling directly into the national park.Peaceful final night.You are close enough to Genk for supplies if needed.This suits your trip perfectly:arrive from Cologne,park up,cycle/walk,enjoy a relaxed evening,easy departure to Rotterdam next morning.
Liseveldweg, Zutendaal, Belgium
https://www.visitlimburg.be/en/cycling-through-the-heathland?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Kanaalweg, Rotterdam, Netherlands
https://www-stadscamping--rotterdam-nl.translate.goog/?_x_tr_sl=nl&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=nl&_x_tr_pto=wapp
Netherlands
10 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026