A road trip planned by Andrew Nash over 74 days with 42 stops.
Countries: FRA, DEU, AUT, ITA
From 2025-09-07T23:00:00.000Z to 2025-11-20T00:00:00.000Z
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39040 Funes South Tyrol, Italy
https://www.moonhoneytravel.com/hiking-adolf-munkel-trail-dolomites/Search for Sites Santa Maddalena bus to Zannes/Zans car park Adolf Munkel Trail 11 kms 3.5hrsZans Car Park (Malga Zannes) in Val di Funes
Villnöß, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
https://www.moonhoneytravel.com/hiking-adolf-munkel-trail-dolomites/Zans Car Park (Malga Zannes) in Val di Funes is a large, paid parking lot located at the entrance to the Puez-Odle Natural Park
Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Explore the atmospheric city centre with its colourful facades and picturesque squares. You can start your day with a cappuccino at Luna Café, a local favourite, but don’t forget that the Italians are strict about when it’s appropriate to drink milk in your coffee! Follow this with a stroll along the cobblestone streets, admiring the Bolzano Cathedral, the Gothic Church of Francis, and the Archeology Museum with Ötzi the Ice Mummy. Don’t miss the stunning views of the Rosengarten and Sciliar massifs towering over the city.-History buffs will love the majestic castles in Bolzano. You can find Castel Mareccio right there in the city centre, which offers beautiful views of the Rosengarten Massif and hosts exhibitions and culinary events. Castel Roncolo, north of the centre, features medieval frescoes and a restaurant where you can dine in historic style. Castel Firmiano, in the southwest, is considered the first true South Tyrolean castle and now houses the Museo della Montagna di Reinhold Messner.-Take a ride on the Rittner Seilbahn cable car to the top of Renon for stunning panoramic views of Bolzano and the surrounding mountains. The cable car departs every 4 minutes and gets you to the peaks in just 12 minutes, so you’ll be enjoying the scenery in no time.
Valas, Jenesien, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
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Welschnofen, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Your next stop is Lago di Carezza, one of the most picturesque alpine lakes in the Dolomites. Walking around this stunning expanse of water is honestly one of our favourite things to do in the Dolomites. It should take about half an hour at a leisurely pace, especially with stops to take photos. Then you can head on to your campsite for the night, located in Pozza di Fassa. https://throneandvine.com/lago-di-carezza-karersee-guide/Lago di Carezza is easily accessible by car or bus, with ample parking available at the lake’s visitor center just a stone’s throw from the northern shore. However, our favorite hikes in South Tyrol are those that pair natural beauty with local culture and history. So, our advice? Don’t rush your visit. Soak in the area a little more by initiating your visit to Lago di Carezza with a hike from Carezza village.The 2.5-mile hike (4 km) we recommend begins at the parking area beneath the Paolina lift station. From the station, you will follow trail no. 6 to Lago di Carezza. The first stretch carries you through the sleepy village of Carezza where you will pass quaint farm homes, chalets and a small church before ducking into the Karerwald forest.The forest path winds downslope to the hollow of Lago di Carezza, but before you reach the lake you get to trek across the Hängebrücke — a 190-foot (58 m) long suspension bridge, or Tibetan bridge, spanning the Rio di Nova gorge. The views from the bridge make this way to Carezza worth the hike alone. We lingered on the wavy bridge longer than many would find comfortable.Shortly after the bridge, you will reach the Lago di Carezza visitor center, which tunnels beneath a roadway to reach the entrance to Lago di Carezza. At the lake, you can drink in the alpine splendor from a viewing platform before embarking on a scenic trail that loops around the lake’s edges, offering more panoramic vistas at various points. The walk around Lago di Carezza takes less than half an hour.
38036 San Giovanni di Fassa-Sèn Jan Trentino, Italy
A Complete Dolomites Road Trip Itinerary in a MotorhomeSeptember 2, 2024 in Routes, Destinations, Tips for Travellers & ItalyIf there's one place in Europe you absolutely must visit, it's the Dolomites. With whimsical peaks, enchanting blue mountain lakes, and endless vistas, driving through the Dolomites is an experience like no other. This 10-day itinerary will guide you to the most breathtaking spots in the region. Prepare to discover what Italians mean by 'la bella vita' as you embark on this adventure.Take the time to soak in everything the Dolomites offer—historic towns, fantastic hiking trails, exquisite wines, and, of course, delicious Italian cuisine. This route comes complete with campsites, driving tips, and the best things to do in the Dolomites.Practical tipsToll gates are commonly used across Italy. Payment can be made with cash, debit, or credit card, so keep those handy. If you prefer, you can set your GPS to avoid toll roads or even highways altogether. However, this might lead you onto some incredibly steep mountain roads, so consider whether you're comfortable with that and if your motorhome can handle this. Even on the highways, you'll still enjoy some of the most beautiful routes Italy has to offer.Keep an eye out for environmental zones. This route starts in Bolzano, which has an environmental zone in the Old Centre. This shouldn’t be an issue, as you’ll camp outside the city and take the bus into the centre, but just keep this in mind to avoid a nasty fine later.As for getting to Italy in the first place, you can take the ferry to northern France (Calais, Dunkirk, Cherbourg or Caen). We recommend Calais. Head to Reims and on to Nancy in the east, then into Switzerland to get to Milan. This route will take you via Basel, Lucerne, and pass into northern Italy through the Gotthard Tunnel. The drive from France to Milan will take about 12 hours, and you’ll get to see some of Europe’s most spectacular landscapes. For a more straightforward drive from France to Italy, simply use the French autoroute all the way. Alternatively, you can take the Eurostar tunnel, depending on where you’re starting in the UK. Or, to save time, fly to Bolzano or Venice, and hire a motorhome in Italy. Adapt the route based on where you start.Day 1 - BolzanoWelcome to Bolzano, the capital of South Tyrol, which is often referred to as the ‘Gateway to the Dolomites.’ We’ll start this Dolomites itinerary with some time in this great city and the surrounding mountains. Take the time to wander through the streets and savour South Tyrolean dishes at the local cafés. Don't forget your walking shoes, as the mountain trails beckon you for some truly impressive hikes. You might want to plan an extra day in Bolzano, but we’ll leave that up to your discretion.Things to do in Bolzano:-Explore the atmospheric city centre with its colourful facades and picturesque squares. You can start your day with a cappuccino at Luna Café, a local favourite, but don’t forget that the Italians are strict about when it’s appropriate to drink milk in your coffee! Follow this with a stroll along the cobblestone streets, admiring the Bolzano Cathedral, the Gothic Church of Francis, and the Archeology Museum with Ötzi the Ice Mummy. Don’t miss the stunning views of the Rosengarten and Sciliar massifs towering over the city.-History buffs will love the majestic castles in Bolzano. You can find Castel Mareccio right there in the city centre, which offers beautiful views of the Rosengarten Massif and hosts exhibitions and culinary events. Castel Roncolo, north of the centre, features medieval frescoes and a restaurant where you can dine in historic style. Castel Firmiano, in the southwest, is considered the first true South Tyrolean castle and now houses the Museo della Montagna di Reinhold Messner.-Take a ride on the Rittner Seilbahn cable car to the top of Renon for stunning panoramic views of Bolzano and the surrounding mountains. The cable car departs every 4 minutes and gets you to the peaks in just 12 minutes, so you’ll be enjoying the scenery in no time.Staying at: Campeggio MoosbauerLocated on an old farmyard, Campeggio Moosbauer is a family-run campsite that has been passed down from generation to generation. The natural pitches are separated by hedges and offer incredible views of the mountains, and surrounding foliage provides plenty of shade. Campeggio Moosbauer features a saltwater pool, an on-site shop and a restaurant serving delicious local food and traditionally brewed beer.Meraner Str., 101, 39100 Bolzano, Autonome Provinz Bozen - Südtirol, Italy46.503415, 11.300210Day 2 - Lago di Carezza and Pozza di FassaExpect about an hour of driving today, though it’ll feel even shorter than that with the exciting stop we’ve got planned along the way. For a break from driving, we recommend the walk at Torre di Pisa. Start early in the day to enjoy a peaceful mountain walk from Obereggen to the Torre di Pisa mountain hut, using the chairlift from Obereggen to Oberholz. After the hike, treat yourself to a hearty lunch at Platzl - The Mountain Lounge, right by the cable car in Obereggen. Then time to get back in your motorhome and on the road again.Your next stop is Lago di Carezza, one of the most picturesque alpine lakes in the Dolomites. Walking around this stunning expanse of water is honestly one of our favourite things to do in the Dolomites. It should take about half an hour at a leisurely pace, especially with stops to take photos. Then you can head on to your campsite for the night, located in Pozza di Fassa. Staying at: Rizzi Camping Catinaccio RosengartenCamping Catinaccio Rosengarten has been run by the Rizzi family for three generations. Located in the lively UNESCO-listed Val di Fassa, just 200 meters from the village of Pozza di Fassa, this campsite offers wellness facilities like a steam bath and sauna to help you relax after a strenuous hike. Enjoy the panoramic views at 1,320 meters above sea level, grab essentials at the campsite shop, and unwind with snacks and drinks at the bar, where you can also order fresh bread for the following morning.
Autonomous Province of Trento, Italy
Canazei, Autonomous Province of Trento, Italy
Province of Belluno, Italy
Colle Santa Lucia, Province of Belluno, Italy
Province of Belluno, Italy
Located just outside of Cortina d’Ampezzo, this campsite offers incredible views of the surrounding mountains. Camping Rocchetta is only a twenty-minute walk from town, but it has everything you’ll need, including a supermarket, bar, dog area, jacuzzi, and mini golf. Don’t worry, hot water is a guarantee, so you’ll never have to end your day of exploring with a cold shower.
32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo Belluno, Italy
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Toblach, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
St.Veit, Prags, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
https://throneandvine.com/exploring-lago-di-braies/Head twenty minutes further to the nearby Lago di Braies. Try to make it here for sunrise, to catch its beauty at sunrise, when the lake mirrors the glowing peaks. After 9:30 AM, parking requires a prior reservation, so early arrival ensures a peaceful visit and a 2-hour, 3.6 km walk around the lake on mostly flat terrain.
Toblach, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Take a look around, you’re standing beside one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe, if not the world. Lago di Dobbiaco is a mesmerizing sight, with overlapping shades of shimmering teal and reflecting the surrounding mountains. Due to its large size, it never feels too busy here, but if you’re lucky enough to be here outside in the summer, you’ll likely be overcome by the tranquillity and peace of Lago di Dobbiaco. Some of the best things to do in the Dolomites can be found right here, so it’s time to choose how you’ll spend your time at Lago di Dobbiaco.Things to do at Lago di Dobbiaco:-Need a break from hiking? Try some mountain biking! We recommend joining a guided tour from the campsite that takes you through scenic routes with stunning viewpoints and rifugios. For self-guided options, consider biking the 30 km Val di Landro route to Cortina or the 50 km Drava cycle path to Lienz, with train return options available, or head 30 km to Bruneck and return by train.-Just 50 meters from the campsite, you can rent a boat to explore the lake further. Relax and enjoy the warm sunshine as you gently drift on the water, or challenge each other to a pedal boat race. You can also explore the lake on foot via a scenic walking path that features interactive learning stations and several viewing platforms.-Head twenty minutes further to the nearby Lago di Braies. Try to make it here for sunrise, to catch its beauty at sunrise, when the lake mirrors the glowing peaks. After 9:30 AM, parking requires a prior reservation, so early arrival ensures a peaceful visit and a 2-hour, 3.6 km walk around the lake on mostly flat terrain.
Auronzo di Cadore, Province of Belluno, Italy
https://throneandvine.com/tre-cime-di-lavaredo-drei-zinnen-guide/https://www.drei-zinnen.bz/de/ticketTre Cime di Lavaredo 5.5 mile loop moderate difficultyWake up nice and early, as you’ve got a busy day ahead of you. You’re going to explore the legendary Tre Cime di Lavaredo, one of the most iconic hiking trails in the Dolomites. Though the walk is easy, the unforgettable views of the majestic Tre Cime will stay with you forever.The hike begins at Rifugio Auronzo, which is accessible by car via a €30 toll road—pricey but convenient. When we urge you to arrive early, we really mean it. Ideally, you’ll start this hike by 8:30 AM. This will allow you to avoid the crowds, especially if your Dolomites road trip is happening in the peak season.You can start by walking to Rifugio Lavaredo via hiking trail 101, where you'll enjoy views of the Drei Zinnen and Cadini di Misurina mountain area. The trail rises gradually, making it an easy hike, and from there, you can continue to Rifugio Locatelli. If you'd like to recreate the famous Instagram photos of the Drei Zinnen from a cave, walk past the chapel and follow the goat paths near Sasso di Sesto to reach the caves with breathtaking views. Afterwards, follow route 105 towards Malga Langalm, a scenic part of the trail leading to an idyllic mountain hut, and from there, it's just 2.5 kilometres back to the starting point, completing the 11-kilometer hike in about 4 to 5 hours. If you find this to be a little too ambitious for you or your little travellers, you can also just walk to Malga Langalm and back, which is about five kilometres.
Via Anterselva di Sopra, Rasen-Antholz, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
39036 Badia South Tyrol, Italy
Strada Ruacia, Sëlva, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Hike to Ridgeline from Col Raiser bubble, https://theunexploredbackyard.com/seceda-ridgeline/You can also hike the whole way up to Seceda Ridgeline from the Col Raiser station. It will take you around 2.5 – 3 hours to reach the top based on your fitness level and the trail you choose. We personally took the cable car to the Almhotel Col Raiser since we wanted to hike, but our legs were tired from previous hikes in the Dolomites. I recommend this option because then you have enough time to combine a hike to Seceda with other attractions nearby like Seiser Alm
Villnöß, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Schlernstraße, Seis am Schlern, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
Alpe di Siusi, highest Alpine meadows. Cable car.https://throneandvine.com/alpe-di-siusi-hiking-guide/Here’s the hiking route you will follow from Compatsch. From the parking lot, you will pick up trail no. 30 (Hans & Paula Steger Weg).Follow trail no. 30 until it intersects with trail no. 3 where you will take a left towards Saltria. Trail no. 3 will eventually merge into trail no. 9 where you will have the option to go left or right. Be sure to follow trail no. 9 to the left.Stay on trail no. 9 and then take a right onto trail no. 6B. This trail will slowly curve to the east until coming to Hartlweg. Like above, you can stay on 6B to take a break at the Malga Sanon if you wish or take a right to continue trekking across Alpe di Siusi.Hartlweg will lead you to trail no. 9 where you will take a left. Follow trail no. 9 all the way to Malga Schgaguler Schwaige.After you have enjoyed a hearty meal and glass of South Tyrolean wine or beer, set out for the return hike to Compatsch. It’s worth pointing out that you do not have to initially take trail no. 9 back if you don’t wish. Take a glance at your map and you will see other trails that eventually bring you to trail no. 30 into Compatsch.
Lungomare Dante Alighieri, Punta Sabbioni, Cavallino-Treporti Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
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Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy
Eat Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak)Stroll across Ponte Vecchio Visit Piazza della Signoria and admire Palazzo Vecchio, the Fountain of Neptune and Perseus with the head of MedusaSee Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia GalleriesAdmire the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (The Florence Cathedral/Duomo)Walk up to Piazzale di Michelangelo for the best view across the cityVisit the Uffizi to see Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus and da Vinci’s Annunciation
Province of Siena, Italy
https://www.alovelyplanet.com/tuscany-road-trip-itinerary/Try Vino Nobile di Montepulciano (not to be confused with varietal wine merely made from the Montepulciano grape). Go wine tasting – I recommend Cantina De’Ricci, located in the Renaissance-era Palazzo Ricci. Part of the cellar here dates back to the Etruscan period. Wander along Il Corso – the main streetExplore the Piazza GrandeClimb the tower in Palazzo Comunale (the town hall) for beautiful views Eat pecorino cheese from nearby Pienza, pici alle briciole (pasta with breadcrumbs), and Chianina steakVisit the Tempio di San Biagio – Renaissance church
Via Dante Alighieri, San Quirico d'Orcia, Province of Siena, Italy
Province of Siena, Italy
Spend some time exploring Piazza del Campo, including Palazzo Pubblico (the town hall – now the Civic Museum) and Fonte Gaia (fountain of joy), Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Duomo)Go to Santa Maria della Scala, which was one of the oldest hospitals in Italy, and is now an impressive museum complexAdmire the Basilica of San Domenico Climb Torre del Mangia, which overlooks the Piazza del Campo. There are 400 steps up the tower, which was built in the mid-14th century and stands at 289 feet tall – exactly the height of the Duomo. Eat pici (this time with pork/wild boar ragu) and the famous panforte – a Sienese dessert containing candied orange and citrus peel, honey, cinnamon and vanilla.
Province of Siena, Italy
Have a gelato at prize-winning Gelateria Dondoli in Piazza Della CisternaClimb the Torre Grossa – the town’s tallest tower – for spectacular viewsVisit the wine museum, so you can enjoy a glass of the region’s speciality, VernacciaEat saffron and visit a Saffron farm – Casanova di Pescille (You can also stay here). Head up to the Florentine fortress – Rocca di Montestaffoli Visit the Duomo di San Gimignano Check out the San Gimignano 1300 exhibition – a model of what the town looked like 700 years ago.
Province of Pisa, Italy
56124 Pisa Pisa, Italy
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Continue for another hour to Lucca. This is my favourite Tuscan city and one I’ve spent a lot of time in. The walled city has fewer tourists than some of its neighbours and offers a wonderful Tuscan experience, with cobbled streets and laneways full of restaurants and bars. Hire bikes and cycle around the 4km path on top of the city’s walls Climb Torre Guinigi to enjoy the views and the trees at the topWander the narrow streets and stop for coffee, focaccia and gelato, and to shop in the city’s centreVisit Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, a huge circular piazza that was once a Roman amphitheatre – there are often concerts here in the summer with big international artists
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Valas, Jenesien, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
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Toblach, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
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Via Anterselva di Sopra, Rasen-Antholz, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
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Strada Ruacia, Sëlva, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol, Italy
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