A road trip planned by Joanne Harben over 32 days with 43 stops.
Countries: GBR, FRA, DEU, AUT, SVN, HRV, MNE, ALB, BIH, NLD, BEL
From 2026-09-23T23:00:00.000Z to 2026-10-24T23:00:00.000Z
UK
Station Road, Ashford, UK
Channel Tunnel, Ashford Road, Folkestone, UK
11:20 crossing
France
France
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Hauptstraße, Wals, Austria
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Berchtesgaden, Germany
For 27 September, you’re still just within the main season, so the Eagle’s Nest buses should be running the fuller September timetable. The first buses start from Obersalzberg around 08:30–08:55, with additional services during September. For Billy, I’d do this:Drive to Parkplatz Obersalzberg - Dokumentationszentrum.Walk a few minutes to Eagle’s Nest Bus Departure Point and buy/collect your tickets.Take the shuttle bus up to Kehlsteinhaus. Private vehicles cannot use the Kehlstein road. With Billy being 7.5m, I’d suggest arriving before 09:00. The Obersalzberg parking area is the normal parking location for Eagle’s Nest visitors and gives you the best chance of finding a suitable space before it gets busy. A useful extra: the Documentation Obersalzberg is right by the parking and bus departure point, and admission is included with the Eagle’s Nest ticket if you fancy seeing it before or after the trip. If you’re staying overnight nearby, I’d probably use Reisemobilstellplatz Mobiler Alpengenuss and then drive up to Obersalzberg early the next morning. It is one of the better-known motorhome stopovers in Berchtesgaden.One other thing: September weekends can still be very busy. If 27 September is your planned day, I’d strongly consider booking the bus online in advance rather than just turning up.
Salzbergstraße, Berchtesgaden, Germany
Möslstraße, Golling an der Salzach, Austria
#16209 €18:50
Austria
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Croatia
#213903 move on for overnight if this is a bit iffyThe Upper Town (Gornji Grad) is the real reason to go. It’s a lovely medieval area of cobbled lanes, colourful buildings and little squares. The main highlights are:St Mark’s Church with its distinctive tiled roofStone Gate, the atmospheric medieval gateway and shrineLotrščak Tower and the Strossmayer promenadeDolac Market — particularly good in the morningTkalčićeva Street for cafés and restaurantsBan Jelačić Square, the central meeting pointThey’re all close together, so you can see the essence of Zagreb without spending days there.
Croatia
Croatia
#35934⭐ Main things to seeOld Town & Roman Forum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The historic centre sits on a little peninsula and is very walkable. The Roman Forum, St Donatus’ Church and medieval streets are the main sights.Sea Organ 🎵 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐One of Zadar’s most distinctive attractions. Waves push air through pipes beneath the marble steps, creating constantly changing sounds. It’s particularly atmospheric around sunset.Greeting to the Sun 🌅 ⭐⭐⭐⭐The huge solar-powered glass installation beside the Sea Organ lights up after dark. A bit touristy, but fun.Waterfront / Riva 🌊 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is probably your bit. A lovely easy stroll along the seafront with views across the Adriatic and islands, without needing a strenuous walk.St Anastasia’s Cathedral & Bell Tower 🔔 ⭐⭐⭐⭐The tower gives excellent views if you’re happy with the climb — but given your dislike of lots of steps, I’d probably admire it from below!St Donatus & the Roman Forum 🏛️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½Compact and atmospheric rather than a huge sightseeing undertaking.Kolovare / nearby beaches 🏖️If the weather is warm, you can combine the old town with a swim. The water around Zadar is beautifully clear.
Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV, Zadar, Croatia
Croatia
#559351The old town is gorgeous, with narrow stone streets, stairs, squares and the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St James. Cathedral of St. JamesYou also have the fortresses above the town, particularly St. Michael’s Fortress, which gives fantastic views over the islands and harbour.And importantly for you, there are good motorhome options nearby, including Auto Camp Sani and Amadria Park Camping Šibenik.
Croatia
Search for sites S49177S🏘️ It’s a really pretty little old town — built on a small, rounded peninsula, with narrow stone streets and houses clustered around the hill. It feels much more intimate than Dubrovnik or Split.🌊 The setting is the big attraction. You get sea views in virtually every direction, and the walk around the peninsula is lovely.⛪ St George’s Church sits at the top, giving you the classic viewpoint over the red roofs and Adriatic.🍇 The vineyards are unusual and beautiful. The famous Bucavac vineyards are just outside town — incredibly labour-intensive dry-stone-wall terraces stretching towards the sea.🌅 It’s particularly good late afternoon/evening. Wander the old town, walk the waterfront and have dinner overlooking the sea.🚐 It works well for a motorhome itinerary. It isn’t somewhere I’d suggest spending several days, but one night/part of a day is enough and it breaks up the journey nicely.
D8, Raba, Croatia
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Vrelo, Mlini, Croatia
Pricey campsite at €32But water taxi to Dubrovnik old town and cavtat. also walk down to Mlini.Stay 2 nights
Montenegro
Montenegro border - now non Schengen Autocamp ZelenikaStari Grad (Old Town) – the main attraction, with little squares, stone lanes and old Venetian/Ottoman-influenced buildings. Stari grad Herceg NoviBelavista Square – probably the prettiest little square in the centre. Belavista SquareForte Mare – sea fortress right on the waterfront, with lovely views over the entrance to the Bay of Kotor. Forte MareKanli Kula – another fortress above the Old Town. Kanli kulaŠetalište 5 Danica – the long seafront promenade. I’d particularly recommend this for you: it’s an easy, scenic stroll with the sea immediately alongside.Clock Tower – an iconic landmark and useful orientation point. Clock TowerBoat trip – if you fancy seeing the Bay from the water, there are several operators along the waterfront. BARBA BOATS - Herceg Novi
Montenegro
The big attraction is the view across the bay to the two little islands:Our Lady of the Rocks (Gospa od Škrpjela) – the famous man-made island with its blue-domed church. You can take a little boat across; current guides quote about €5 return per person, plus around €2 for the church/museum. St George Island – the natural island with its Benedictine monastery. You can see it from the waterfront but can’t normally visit it.St Nicholas’ Church & bell tower – the 55m tower has superb views, but it’s a fairly substantial climb, so I’d give that one a miss for you unless you’re feeling particularly energetic. Perast Museum – in Bujović Palace, if you fancy some maritime history. Perast Town MuseumWaterfront promenade – honestly, this is probably the bit you’ll enjoy most. Perast Promenade🚐 Important with BillyDon’t try to drive Billy through Perast. The village is effectively car-free and the road through it is narrow. You park at the entrance and walk down. There are parking areas at the entrance, including Perast Entrance Parking. I’d be a little cautious about relying on any particular parking space for a 7.5m A-class, though — I’d approach the parking as the thing to check carefully rather than assuming every listed space is motorhome-friendly.⏱️ How long?I’d allow 3–4 hours:Park → stroll the waterfront → boat to Our Lady of the Rocks → wander the old village → coffee/lunch → sit by the bay.September is actually a very good time: considerably less crowded than July/August while still warm enough for swimming, and recent local guidance specifically recommends September/October.
Montenegro
⭐ What I’d do in Kotor1. Old Town — definitely ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is the main attraction. A wonderfully atmospheric warren of narrow stone lanes, little squares, churches, cafés and Venetian-era buildings. It’s compact and mostly pedestrianised, so it’s easy to explore without walking huge distances.2. Cathedral of St Tryphon ⭐⭐⭐⭐The most impressive church in the old town and worth a look inside.3. St Luke’s Church & St Nicholas’ ChurchSmall but pretty, and you’ll pass them naturally while wandering.4. Sea Gate & Square of the ArmsThe main entrance to the old city and a good starting point.5. Kotor waterfront ⭐⭐⭐⭐Lovely views across the bay, particularly early or late in the day when the cruise-ship crowds have thinned.6. San Giovanni Fortress ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ but…The views from the fortress are spectacular — probably the best views in Kotor — but getting there involves roughly 1,300 steps.So, not one I’d put on your itinerary! 😂 Your ankle/knee would quite reasonably file for divorce halfway up.🚐 The BIG issue for you: BillyDo not take Billy into Kotor Old Town.The centre is pedestrianised and the surrounding streets/parking can be awkward for a 7.5m A-class. I’d use a motorhome stop/campsite outside the centre and walk or take a taxi/bus in.Also, Kotor can be very busy when cruise ships are in. The difference between a quiet morning and a cruise-ship day can be enormous.Check out viewing platform from Horizont Bar
Golubovci, Montenegro
Rruga Rozafa, Shkodër, Albania
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Albania
Kruje vista camping?⭐ What to seeKrujë Castle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — the main reason to come. The fortress sits dramatically above the town and has lovely views across the surrounding countryside.Skanderbeg Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — inside the castle, telling the story of Albania’s national hero, Skanderbeg.Ethnographic Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — an old Ottoman-era house showing traditional Albanian life.Old Bazaar ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — probably the bit you’d enjoy most. A narrow cobbled street lined with traditional shops selling carpets, copperware, souvenirs and handicrafts. It’s touristy, but still has plenty of character.Tekke of Dollma — a small historic Bektashi religious building within the castle complex.Panoramic views 🌄 — particularly good from the castle.🚐 With BillyThis is the main thing I’d plan carefully. Krujë is steep and the old town is pedestrianised, with some narrow roads around the castle. I would not attempt to take Billy right into the historic centre.Park lower down and use a taxi or walk up if you’re happy with the climb. The castle/bazaar area itself involves cobbles and slopes, but you can take it fairly slowly.
Albania
#491035 Old Town campingIt’s a UNESCO World Heritage town and one of Albania’s most visually distinctive places: white Ottoman houses climbing the hillsides above the Osum River, earning it the nickname “City of a Thousand Windows.” ⭐ What I’d prioritise1. Mangalem old town — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is the classic Berat view: rows of white houses with their windows stacked up the hillside. Wander the narrow lanes and look back across the river.2. Berat Castle (Kala) — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Definitely go up. It’s not just ruins — it’s a living citadel, with houses, churches, mosques and narrow cobbled lanes still inside the walls. There is some uphill walking, but you can take a taxi close to the top, which I’d recommend for you rather than tackling the whole climb.3. Gorica Bridge — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is the classic viewpoint looking back towards Mangalem. I’d particularly do it around late afternoon/golden hour — the combination of river, bridge and hillside houses is gorgeous. 4. Gorica quarterCross the bridge and have a wander. It’s quieter than Mangalem and gives you the best perspective back towards the famous hillside.5. Onufri Iconographic MuseumInside the castle. Worth doing if you’re interested in art/history; otherwise I’d prioritise the castle itself.🌿 Something I think you’d particularly likeThe Osum River and surrounding landscape. Berat isn’t just pretty buildings — it’s set in a lovely valley with mountains around it. There are also trips out to Osum Canyon if you have more time, although I’d probably save that for another day rather than cram it into your first visit.🚐 And for Billy…This is actually a good motorhome destination.
Albania
#665921The Roman amphitheatre is genuinely interesting and is one of Albania’s major ancient sites. The official tourism route specifically combines Durrës with Apollonia and Berat. I’d choose Durrës over Vlora for your itinerary because it fits the geography much better.4. Cape of Rodon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This is the one I’d investigate further for you. It’s a wild Adriatic peninsula north of Durrës, with Rodoni Castle, dramatic coastline and relatively little development. It’s mentioned as one of the better day trips from Durrës.
Ishull-Lezhë, Albania
Montenegro
Back in Montenegro Base to get a taxi or lift from campsite owner up to Ostrog monastery Mountainside monastery built into cliffs - maybe a trip up in local bus?Edens garden campsite recommended by Motoroamers. owner Milan may take you upto monastery. p4n#608769Beautiful riverside setting with kayaks and paddle boards
Bosnia and Herzegovina
#649993🌳 Lovely, compact old town under enormous plane trees🌉 Arslanagić/Perović Bridge — one of the town’s highlights⛪ Hercegovačka Gračanica above the town, with a fantastic viewpoint🍷 Wine country — Tvrdoš Monastery is only about 5 km away and has a long winemaking tradition🚶♀️ Easy to enjoy without a strenuous hike — riverside/old town is very walkable🏞️ Much more characterful than simply stopping in Podgorica🚐 And it gives you a proper interesting overnight stop, rather than just somewhere to sleep.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
#248041. Blagaj Tekija + Buna Spring — the absolute must-seeThis is the reason I’d go. The beautiful Ottoman-era dervish house is built right against the enormous limestone cliff, beside the point where the Buna bursts out of the rock. The spring is astonishingly clear and powerful. You can wander around the river and see the Tekija from outside without paying to enter. If you want to go inside, modest dress is required.2. Riverside walk and restaurantsThe area immediately around the spring is very pretty — turquoise/emerald water, huge cliffs and restaurants beside the river. Fresh Buna trout is the local speciality. 3. Stjepan Grad fortress — I’d probably skip this for youIt’s the medieval fortress above Blagaj and gives fantastic views, but it’s a steep uphill walk of roughly 30–40 minutes. Given your ankle/knee and your preference for easy walking, I don’t think it’s worth putting yourself through it. There are also boat trips into the cave at the Buna source, although these are dependent on conditions/operator availability.
Kocine, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Shuttle available into old town Mostar for €10Stari Most (Old Bridge) – the absolute must-see. The bridge and surrounding Old Town are UNESCO-listed. Kujundžiluk Old Bazaar – atmospheric cobbled streets immediately around the bridge, with copperware and traditional shops. Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque – definitely worth doing, particularly for the views over Stari Most. Crooked Bridge (Kriva Ćuprija) – tiny but pretty, and an easy addition to the Old Town walk.Tara & Halebija Towers beside the bridge / Old Bridge Museum if you want some history. Bulevar / war-history area – I’d include this because Mostar’s history is so important. You don’t need a huge amount of time, but it makes the city much more meaningful than simply seeing the pretty bridge.And I’d considerForticaIf you’re feeling up to it, Fortica Sky Walk gives a spectacular panorama over Mostar and the Neretva. There is now a shuttle from the Old Town, so you don’t have to hike up.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
#34493💦 Pliva Waterfall — spectacularly right in the town, where the Pliva drops into the Vrbas.🏰 Jajce Fortress — lovely views, although there’s a climb, so you can decide on the day.🏘️ Attractive old Ottoman-era centre.💧 Pliva Lakes just outside town.🌾 Pliva watermills — a really pretty little group of traditional mills on the river.🕳️ Catacombs beneath the old town if you fancy something different.🏞️ The whole setting is dramatically green and watery — very much your sort of scenery.
Rastoke, Slunj, Croatia
#702001 You don’t need a full day. Arrive afternoon, explore for 2–3 hours, stay overnight, then head towards Zagreb the following day.One caveat for Billy: Rastoke itself is quite compact and touristy, and you don’t want to take the motorhome into the village. I’d choose a campsite/parking spot where you can leave Billy and walk in.
Croatia
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Slovenia
#57639It’s Slovenia’s oldest town, beautifully compact, with:🏰 Ptuj Castle overlooking the town🏘️ Pretty medieval streets and squares🌉 Drava riverside🍷 One of Slovenia’s best-known wine regions⛪ A lovely historic centre that is easy to explore on foot🚐 Much easier to visit with Billy than somewhere like Ljubljana
Austria
What you’d actually enjoySchlossberg + the famous Clock Tower — you can take the funicular or lift rather than tackle the hill on foot. Old Town/Hauptplatz — very pretty, compact and easy to wander.Murinsel — quirky floating island on the River Mur.Landhaushof — beautiful Renaissance courtyard.Graz Cathedral + MausoleumDouble Spiral Staircase at the Burg.If you fancy something different, the Styrian Armoury is apparently excellent.
Werfen, Austria
expensive day!€11 each shuttle and cable car €42 each ice caves Also werfen is starting point of sound of music trail
Gausburg, Saaldorf-Surheim-Gausburg, Germany
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Germany
#50845Beautiful historic old town on the Danube, with a slightly Mediterranean feel.The big attraction is the Three Rivers Point — Danube, Inn and Ilz all meet here. St Stephen’s Cathedral is particularly impressive, with its huge organ and Baroque interior.Pretty lanes, riverside walks and Rathausplatz make it easy to explore without needing a big hike.Veste Oberhaus is spectacular above the town, although I’d regard it as optional given your dislike of lots of steps/steep walking.
Unterer Kirchbergweg, Würzburg-Heidingsfeld, Germany
Germany
#14577Schloss Johannisburg — magnificent Renaissance palace overlooking the Main.Pompejanum — fascinating Roman-style villa.St Peter und Alexander — historic collegiate church dating back to the 10th century.Park Schönbusch — huge English-style landscape park.Schöntal — attractive central park.Riverside walk along the Main.
Belgium
Free parking at #362215 or #146911The highlights:🏛️ Grote Markt & Town Hall – the spectacular Gothic town hall is the big wow factor.⛪ St Peter’s Church – right beside the Markt.🍺 Oude Markt – famously lined with cafés and bars; lively but very attractive.🌿 Great Beguinage (Groot Begijnhof) – probably my favourite bit for you. A beautifully preserved historic village-like quarter with cobbled lanes, waterways and old brick houses. It’s peaceful and very walkable.🎓 University – Leuven is a major university city, so there’s lots of character and youthful atmosphere.🍺 Stella Artois – Leuven is its home, although the brewery experience isn’t necessarily worth rearranging your route for.
Calais, France
11:50 crossing
23 Sep 2026 - 24 Oct 2026
Channel Tunnel, Ashford Road, Folkestone, UK
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Gausburg, Saaldorf-Surheim-Gausburg, Germany
Unterer Kirchbergweg, Würzburg-Heidingsfeld, Germany