RV Travel in Europe

RV Travel in Europe

RV travel isn’t just popular in the US, it has become extremely popular in Europe too! Families are getting out and exploring Europe in motorhomes and campervans by the thousands. We thought we’d give it a try and took a 2-week RV trip from Rome to Paris . And it exceeded all our expectations!

So if you’d like to learn more about RV travel throughout Europe, we’re here to help! We’ve documented our RV travels with lots of valuable tips, hidden gems, and more in our RV Travel in Europe Travel Guides. Get started planning your next family RV trip today.

We also document all our RV adventures on our Instagram page – Hochdorf Family Travel, with even more travel gems over there. So if you’re on IG, follow along for even more RV travel tips. And you might even get some fun RV FREEBIES along the way! 

(And if you’re planning an RV trip in the US, check out our RV Travel in the United States Travel Guides here)

The Ultimate Europe RV Trip: Rome to Paris

If you’re looking at taking a European RV Trip, our Ultimate Europe Travel Guide is where you should begin. Our overview guide takes you in-depth into every aspect of our 2-week RV trip. From the route we took, campgrounds we stayed at, cities we visited, national parks, landmarks, hidden gems, and more, this guide has EVERYTHING you know to get started.

The Ultimate Europe RV Trip

How to Find Awesome RV Campgrounds in Europe

Our first European RV Travel Guide provides all the tools and tips you need to find and book campgrounds for your RV trip. From epic campgrounds to boondocking sites and French Aires, we’v got you covered! Remove the stress from planning your trip and just get ready to have some fun!

How to find Awesome RV Campgrounds in Europe

Rome in a Day

Rome was our first stop on our RV trip through Italy and Paris. In this travel guide, we’ll help you plan a day in Rome, show you where you can camp just outside the city, and how to reach the city from the campground. It’s full of tips to guide you on your day:

Rome in a Day

Why You Should Add Pisa to Your Italy Road Trip

Should you add Pisa to your Italy Road Trip? If you’re on the fence about making a stop in Pisa, this guide will help you make that decision with site recommendations, city and driving tips, and where to camp in an RV while you’re there. Plus lots more tips about the sites inside the city.

Why you should add Pisa to your Italy road trip

How to See All 5 Villages of Cinque Terre in a Day

The next stop on our Europe RV trip was Cinque Terre – one of the most beautiful stops in Italy. Because cars aren’t allowed inside the villages, you must use public transportation. In this guide, we provide tips and recommendations for visiting all 5 villages in a day by either train, boat, or foot. And of course, lots more info for your trip to Cinque Terre.

How to see all 5 villages of Cinque Terre in a day

5 of the BEST Cote d’Azur Cities You Need to See on a Europe RV Trip

Heading along the French Riviera, there are many fabulous stops to make on an RV trip. But if you want to see the BEST stops, we’ve got them for you! From small villages up in the French mountains to glorious beach cities, each one has its own charm. And let’s not forget the yummy food too! Get started planning your next trip to Cote d’Azur with our guide:

5 Best Cote d'Azur cities

How to Explore France’s Hidden Gem – The Gorges du Verdon

Looking for that one-of-a-kind hidden gem during your RV Travel in Europe? Then you need to add the Gorges du Verdon to your list. This AMAZING spot in the south of France will blow you away! Here’s everything you need to know about these spectacular gorges:

Embark on a Once in a Lifetime Adventure at Mer de Glace and Chamonix

Another France gem, Mer de Glace is one of those Bucket List places that you just cannot overlook. We were seriously BLOWN AWAY at this French Alps destination. Learn everything you need to know about visiting this glacier and ice cave, along with the charming ski town of Chamonix.

Mer de Glace and Chamonix

A Sensational Day in Annecy France: Step inside the Village of the Idyllic Beauty and the Beast Movie

Have you ever been somewhere where it just feels like you’re in a movie? That’s what a day in Annecy, France feels like! After our time in Mer de Glace and Camonix, we headed to Annecy to spend two nights and one day in this ever-so-charming town. Here’s a look at how to spend the day in Annecy – highly recommended to add to your France trip!

A day in Annecy France

Discover Semur-en-Auxois: The Medieval French Town You NEED to Explore

The last stop on our trip through France before we end up in Paris, was the quintessential Medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois. We broke up the long drive from Lyon to Paris with some time exploring this must-see destination in the Burgundy region. Trust me, you’ll want to add this town to your France trip.

Discover Semur-en-Auxois

How to Spend 2 Days in Paris with Kids

The final stop on our European RV trip was Paris, so we decided to spend more time than originally planned in this marvelous city. And I’m so glad we did! Grab our 2 days in Paris with kids itinerary to get you started planning your trip to Paris.

Is a Day at Disneyland Paris Worth It?

Did you know that Paris also hosts Euro Disney, or Disneyland Paris as it’s also known as? After spending 2 days exploring the city of Paris, we spent our very last full day at Disneyland Paris. And it was fantastic! The perfect way to end our amazing trip! Here’s everything to know about a day at Disneyland Paris.

Is Disneyland Paris Worth It?

What It’s REALLY Like to Travel Europe in a Campervan: Complete 2 Week Rome to Paris Vlog

As a culminating post, we put together our entire vlog series, documenting each day’s adventure. Starting with Day 1 of arriving in Rome and picking up the Campervan to Day 16 of turning the Campervan back in and heading back home, you can find each day’s adventure. Come see what it’s REALLY like to travel around Europe in a Campervan:

What it's really like to travel Europe in a Campervan
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