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8 July 2026•Stefan
FR26.20 Nice
Nice, probably one of the most famous French cities and probably one of a few that come to mind when thinking about the Côte d’Azur. We usually don’t go for big cities, but this one made us curious.
We booked a campsite for 4 nights a little bit outside the city some 45 minutes from the city centre by public transport. At least that was the advertised travel time. In reality it was more like 60 minutes and plagued with delays and traffic jams. Anyway, we made it to the promenade and started to take in the city.
5 July 2026•Stefan
FR26.19 Cascades du Saut du Loup
As we mentioned in our last post, there was one more highlight waiting for us before heading to Nice: the Cascades du Saut du Loup.
A fairytale-like waterfall hidden away in a narrow gorge.
28 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.18 Bargemon
Sadly, all good things have to come to an end and so did our stay at the fantastic Lac de Sainte-Croix. On the bright side, there was still so much more to explore in Provence and we decided it was finally time to find out what all the fuss about Nice was.
Since Nice is a big city, that meant booking ourselves into a campsite once again. Our research showed that most campsites are located some distance outside the city, which meant commuting in every day. So we decided it would make the most sense to visit Nice over a weekend, giving us a couple of extra days to relax in the countryside or explore yet another tiny and lovely village.
That village turned out to be Bargemon.
26 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.17 Valensole
What is the one thing everyone immediately thinks of when you mention southern France, specifically Provence?
Correct! “Herbes de Provence” – your favourite herbs mix from your local supermarket. No, just kidding!
It’s the lavender fields, of course. Endless fields of lavender and the scent of it everywhere.
And let me say this right away: the scent really is everywhere. And it’s absolutely wonderful.
24 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.16 Lac de Sainte-Croix & Gorges du Verdon
As we mentioned, we split our stay at Lac de Sainte-Croix between two different locations and, after spending a couple of peaceful nights and exploring Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, we moved to the “proper” campsite.
By that we mean a larger, more commercially focused campsite. In this case, however, that didn’t make it any less beautiful. Quite the opposite actually. They had done a fantastic job with the layout and decorations. One particular highlight were the showers. They looked like a normal shower block, but had no roof.
21 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.15 Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
If you ever find yourself in Provence and have no idea what to visit (which would be odd, because literally everything is picturesque), I’d say Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is THE one village you absolutely MUST visit.
It’s even considered one of the most beautiful villages in France, if not the most beautiful. I’m not making this up – it’s officially part of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France! And for good reason.
20 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.14 Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon
After a couple of days in Aix-en-Provence, we felt the need to escape back into the countryside. There was still plenty left on our list and we decided that what we really wanted was mountains, a lake and some good walks.
The answer?
Lac de Sainte-Croix and the surrounding area.
18 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.13 Aix-en-Provence
After a wonderfully quiet night next to the old aqueduct, we finally made our way to Aix-en-Provence. Given that this was a bigger city, we once again had little choice but to book ourselves into a proper campsite. Naturally, we picked one with a pool and a good location for trips into the city.
By this point we had become quite used to wandering through small villages with only a handful of tourists around, so arriving in a proper city again felt a little strange.
16 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.12 Cucuron & Meyrargues
Leaving Lourmarin behind and continuing in the general direction of Aix-en-Provence, we spotted Cucuron on the map. It had both a lovely-looking old town and a shaded spot where we could work for the day.
We packed up early in the morning and headed over to Cucuron. We were happy to see that the comments on Park4Night held true: plenty of shaded parking spots within easy walking distance of the village.
14 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.11 Lourmarin
After all the hubbub surrounding the Gypsy procession in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, we were due for another quaint and calm village. In addition, we wanted to start moving in the general direction of Aix-en-Provence.
So, employing our extremely sophisticated and highly successful method for finding our next destination, we came across Lourmarin.
11 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.10 Camargue
The Camargue is a large national park in southern France and is best known for its wetlands. As such, you’ll find lots of salt producers and lots of mosquitoes. It’s also famous for its wild horses and flamingos 🦩
We had a grand plan and drove to a lovely farm that offers official tours on tractor-pulled trailers. Our plan, however, was to park up and go for a nice bike ride that would include the flamingo reserve as well as the supposedly lovely town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
9 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.9 Pont du Gard
One evening, while enjoying a really tasty local pale ale and an eau du pompe (yes, I am absolutely trying to sell you tap water as something fancy 🍸🚰), we asked the waitress for advice on what we absolutely shouldn’t miss in the area. She happily rattled off a list of recommendations: We quickly realised […]
7 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.8 Villeneuve-lès-Avignon
As I already alluded to in my previous post, Avignon was nice, but we weren’t exactly swept away with awe. Its neighbour, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, on the other hand, absolutely did.
Just like Avignon, it was only about a ten-minute bike ride from our perfect little temporary home. While we had initially questioned whether bringing the bikes had been worth it, by this point it was obvious we had made the right decision. Provence is incredibly bike-friendly and being on two wheels allows us to stay further away from the busy tourist hotspots.
6 June 2026•Stefan
FR26.7 Avignon
Avignon had been recommended to us by countless people. Then again, if you open pretty much any map app, it jumps out immediately as one of the major highlights of southern France. It was an obvious stop on our journey.
The challenge as a camper or van-lifer is always the same: where do you stay?
Having heard plenty of stories about break-ins, we decided to stick to official campsites rather than risk wild camping. The campsite we originally wanted to stay at happened to be closed for a private event, so we had to find an alternative for our first night.
4 June 2026•stefan
FR26.6 L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Once again, we turned to Park4Night to find our next home and this time we really picked a good one. Kathrin found a vineyard called Domaine La Camarette that allows campers to stay for free under beautiful trees, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
30 May 2026•stefan
FR26.5 Séguret & Sablet
We spent the night at a lovely little multi-purpose centre with a spacious car park in the middle of nowhere, about 15 minutes from Vaison-la-Romaine. When we arrived, there was already another camper parked up, so we made sure to choose a spot that wouldn’t disturb anyone. It was a peaceful night and the location turned out to be an excellent starting point for walking and cycling.
29 May 2026•stefan
FR26.4 Vaison-la-Romaine
After Cuiseaux we headed straight to Orange. On Google Maps it looked absolutely lovely, with its ancient theatre and maze of little alleyways. When we arrived, however, disappointment set in rather quickly. The theatre was almost completely hidden behind scaffolding, the hilltop park was closed due to construction work and the little alleyways were, quite frankly, a bit underwhelming compared to what we had seen so far.
27 May 2026•stefan
FR26.3 Cuiseaux
Yet another lovely village we discovered completely by accident. Once again, we simply picked a place on Park4Night. We noticed that Cuiseaux had a free and surprisingly modern aire with full services — even free electricity. (Not that we really need or use shore power, but it’s still amazing that some villages offer it for free.) So we parked up and went for a walk through the village.
23 May 2026•stefan
FR26.2 Fougerolles-Saint-Valbert
Staying true to our "slow travelling" resolution, we didn’t drive very far from Liverdun and mostly chose our next stop based on whatever looked nice on Park4Night for a single night. Once again, we were surprised by yet another unexpectedly lovely little village. Still, we only stayed for the night and spent the evening going for a couple of walks through the town.
22 May 2026•stefan
FR26.1 Liverdun
After our forced break from van life for a good two months, we are finally back on the road. Wilma has a new transmission and there is nothing stopping us from travelling again 🚐💨 Our original Morocco–Portugal–Spain plan is now officially off the table and, with a fixed appointment back in Germany at the beginning of July, we decided to focus on France instead.
14 May 2026•stefan
ES26.1 Málaga
After Wilma had been picked up, we made our way to Málaga. There was a direct flight from there to the airport closest to home and, honestly, it also felt like a good opportunity to calm down after the past few stressful days. We booked ourselves into a simple but nice hotel conveniently located close to both the airport and public transport as well as the beach promenade.
13 May 2026•stefan
MA26.13 Applause & Disaster
This post was tough to write, because it brings back some vivid memories. But let’s not jump ahead in the story. Then again, it only took 45 minutes to go from yaaay to noooooooo! As you might recall from our last post, we were leaving the wonderful campsite where we had been tucked away under palm trees, enjoying a sunny day after a couple of rainy ones.
10 May 2026•stefan
MA26.12 Tiznit & Ouijjane
Morocco as a first-time traveller can be tricky at times. Not because it’s difficult to travel or constantly throws obstacles in your way — quite the opposite. It’s because the options for what to see next seem endless, and making a decision feels almost impossible. Leaving Tafraout was one of those decisions. In the end, we tossed a coin and headed further west towards Tiznit.
3 May 2026•stefan
MA26.11 Tafraout
Tafraout was first recommended to us by Heidi and Peter. For them it was obvious that one would have to stay at Tafraout. We heard about it the first time this very moment. This was quite funny, especially because when you are in Tafraout you understand it is one of the most travelled destinations in Morocco.
19 April 2026•stefan
MA26.10 R107
Pretty much everyone we met told us about this fantastic and beautiful drive that we had to do. Really everyone! What is this road you ask? It's the R107 which is actually a mountain pass. It's not very long yet everyone also kept telling us to plan a full day for it, because of its beauty. We were intrigued and made sure to fit it into our itinerary.
15 April 2026•stefan
MA26.9 Icht
Icht is another small little village in the south of Morocco. It is known for its ancient town that is partly underground as well as stone carvings that are supposedly dating back quite a bit.
14 April 2026•stefan
MA26.8 Tata
Tata was one of villages that came highly recommended and it didn't (fully) disappoint. It is a nice little quaint village and it has a river flowing through the middle of it ... when there is water. Which there wasn't much of.
12 April 2026•stefan
MA26.7 Tissint / Tghit Canyon
After sleeping in and enjoying a calm day (the young folks call it "chilling") at Bou Rbia we made our way further West. We had found a couple of great spots to camp on Park4Night near Tissint. First, however, we needed to fill up on water and used a well next to a Mosque. It's fantastic that they let you fill up for free!
10 April 2026•stefan
MA26.6 Bou Rbia
After our excursion into the desert we decided it was time to move on from M'hamid and our beloved campsite. We said our see-you-laters to our new friends and drove off. Our new destination was a place called Foum Zguid.
1 April 2026•stefan
MA26.5 Erg Chegaga
As I have alluded to in our last blog, we did an excursion into the "real" Sahara Desert, to Erg Chegaga. No, that is not the name of yet another Star Wars character, but simply means "Dune Chegaga" (actually, erg = "sea of sand", but I hope you will allow me to call it a dune).
31 March 2026•Stefan
MA26.4 M’hamid El Ghizlane
Long before we had a van we were following a couple of “van-life” folks on YouTube. Most of them are no longer on our subscribed list, but one particular channel somehow managed to keep our interest for a long time. It is that channel that gave us the initial idea to visit Morocco. We saw in their videos that all kinds of RVs are going to Morocco and reassured us that you don’t need a monstrous overlander truck with massive tires to get anywhere interesting.
1 March 2026•Stefan
MA26.3 Zagora
Zagora, we finally made it! And, spoiler alert: it held all its promises and fulfilled all our wishes. We arrived and recognised a few things from some YouTube videos of other van-travellers, which was a funny experience! The Main Street was super busy as you would expect, shops, cafes, restaurants, schools, street vendors – and of course garage after garage with lines of campervans, overlanders and motorhomes waiting to get their work done.
26 February 2026•Stefan
MA26.2 Tazentout & Aït Ben Haddou
On day 2 of our Morocco journey we drove south as far as Tazentout. Since we were really fed up with the bad weather, there was no question that we wanted to get to sunny and warm weather as quickly as possible. It was a bit too far to reach our unofficial first goal Zagora in one day, so we checked the map for acceptable distances and then picked the best campsite we could find on Park4Night. That is how we ended up in Tazentout at Camping L´Escale de Ouarzazate.
22 February 2026•Stefan
MA26.1 Bye, bye Europe – hello Morocco
Our plan for escaping the cold weather in Europe for this year was to discover Morocco. Living in Germany, this meant a bit of a drive through Belgium, France and Spain. We met some old friends along the way which meant the journey was a bit longer compared to driving straight through. We arrived in La Línea de la Concepción on Monday, 2 February, bought our tickets from “Carlos” (a tradition as we were told) and proceeded to our campsite which was next to Gibraltar. We took the opportunity and visited the rock for a couple of hours. At this point, we had no idea what was about to happen….
9 December 2025•Stefan
DK25.3 Ribe – Christmas Magic in Denmark’s Oldest City
Ribe was the final stop of our journey – and what a finale. This city is absolutely beautiful. Ribe is considered Denmark’s oldest city, and you feel that history in every alleyway, on every facade. Cobblestone streets, lovingly restored half-timbered houses, and an atmosphere so wonderfully cosy that you’d happily never leave.
7 December 2025•Stefan
DK25.2 Blokhus – When Christmas Glows
In Blokhus we visited a Christmas lights event, and it was exactly the right dose of festive magic that we needed after the long days in the campervan.
5 December 2025•Stefan
DK25.1 Tversted – Beach on the Doorstep
Welcome to Denmark. Tversted was our first proper stop on the Danish North Sea coast, and what a stop it was. We were right out in nature, surrounded by dunes and grass, with direct access to the beach. Waking up in the morning, sliding open the campervan door and looking straight out at the sea – it doesn’t get much better than that.
2 December 2025•Stefan
SE25.2 Göteborg – Mulled Wine on the Runway
Göteborg welcomed us with open arms and a wonderful Christmas market. The city was festively decorated, lights everywhere, the scent of cinnamon buns and glögg (Swedish mulled wine) in the air, and that particular atmosphere that only the pre-Christmas period can create. The market was cosy and genuine – Swedish crafts, local specialities and plenty of candlelight.
30 November 2025•Stefan
SE25.1 Kungshamn – The Forgotten Island
In Kungshamn we discovered something that captured us completely, quite out of nowhere: a small island where stone was once quarried. The quarrying is long since over, but what it left behind is breathtaking.
24 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.32 Fredrikstad – Popcorn Break
Fredrikstad was another transit stop – but this time with a special bonus: the cinema. Yes, really. Sometimes on a long trip you need an evening that has nothing to do with nature, hiking or exploring. An evening with popcorn, cola and a big screen.
19 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.31 Tønsberg – Quick Stop, Moving On
Tønsberg was a stop on the way further south. Nothing more, nothing less. The city is considered one of the oldest in Norway and certainly has its appeal, but at this point in the journey we were firmly in drive-on mode.
18 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.30 Jevnaker – Glass and Fire
In Jevnaker we visited a glassblowing workshop, and it was one of those experiences that leaves you thinking afterwards: why don’t I do this more often?
16 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.29 Sundvollen – From Spectator to Viking
We had promised ourselves we would, and we kept our word: we returned to Sundvollen. But this time not just to watch – this time we got to take part.
12 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.28 Oslo – Capital City, That’s About It
Oslo. What can you say? It’s Norway’s capital, it’s big, it’s modern, and it has… everything a capital city tends to have. Museums, restaurants, traffic noise, traffic lights. After weeks in the Norwegian countryside, Oslo felt like a culture shock. Suddenly back in the city: crowds, noise and queues.
9 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.27 Sundvollen – Vikings in the 21st Century
The best discoveries are the accidental ones. And this one was an absolute gem.
7 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.26 Borgund – Stave Church and Mountain Pass
Borgund delivers two highlights in one go, and both are impressive in their own right.
6 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.25 Tvindefossen – Water with Power
Tvinnefossen is one of those waterfalls you hear before you see. And then you stand before it and grasp the sheer force with which the water hurls itself into the depths. Multiple cascades, white foaming water, spray that hits you in the face – even from the road.
4 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.24 Bergen – The Beautiful Rainy City
Bergen is beautiful. Full stop. There are cities where you have to search long and hard for what makes them special – in Bergen, you practically trip over it.
2 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.23 Djupvatnet – A Silence You Can Hear
This place left us speechless. And I mean that literally.
1 November 2025•Stefan
NO25.22 Geiranger – Fjord Yes, Village Not So Much
The Geirangerfjord is as beautiful as everyone says. Probably even more so. Deep blue water, sheer rock faces rising hundreds of metres, and waterfalls trickling down the cliffs like white threads. It’s UNESCO World Heritage listed for good reason. The drive to the fjord alone is spectacular, and when you stand at the top and look down, it genuinely takes your breath away.
29 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.21 Ålesund – Art Nouveau by the Fjord
Ålesund is a pleasant little town with a rather special history. In the early twentieth century, a devastating fire destroyed almost the entire town centre. Rather than simply rebuilding what had been there before, the townspeople chose the then-fashionable Art Nouveau style. The result is still visible today: beautiful, sometimes playful facades with turrets, ornaments and flowing lines that you really wouldn’t expect to find in Norway.
28 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.20 Trollstigen – The Road That Never Ends
Trollstigen. Even the name sounds like an adventure, and that’s exactly what it is. This road is one of the most famous and spectacular in the world – eleven hairpin bends set into a dramatic mountain landscape, with waterfalls plunging right alongside the carriageway.
27 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.19 Trollkyrkja – The Church of the Trolls
What an experience. Trollkyrkja was one of the absolute highlights of the entire trip, and that’s saying something when you’ve had so many wonderful stops along the way.
26 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.18 Bud – A Charming Coastal Break
Bud was really just a way of filling time. We needed to wait until the following day, and this small coastal village happened to be conveniently on the way. No grand plan, no great expectations. But sometimes it’s exactly these unplanned stops that turn into little gems.
25 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.17 Stavkirke Kvernes – Wood That Breathes History
The stave church at Kvernes is a genuine gem – one of those places where you can almost smell history, and quite literally so. The scent of centuries-old wood is the first thing that greets you, and it stays with you long after you’ve left.
24 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.16 Kristiansund – Honestly? Not Our Thing
Not every stop on a journey is a winner, and we’ll be honest about Kristiansund: it didn’t really grab us. The city sits picturesquely across several islands, and the bridges connecting them are perfectly pleasant, but somehow the spark just wasn’t there.
21 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.15 Vågland – Short Night, Long Peace
Sometimes all you need is a quiet overnight stop between two highlights. Vågland was exactly that. No spectacular view, no tourist attraction, no Instagram hotspot. Just a peaceful patch of earth where you can switch off the engine and simply rest.
19 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.14 Trondheim – Old Town, Bars and Ratzeputz
Trondheim is a city you fall for quickly. From the very first stroll through the old town, you sense that everything here is just right. The colourful warehouses along the Nidelva river, the narrow lanes, the historic buildings – Trondheim has a charm that catches you straight away. The city feels lively and cosy at the same time: big enough to keep things interesting, small enough to feel warm.
17 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.13 Frøyningen – Mirror Images in the Forest
Sometimes you come across places so peaceful that you’re almost afraid to break the silence. Frøyningen was exactly that kind of place. We found a spot in the middle of the forest, right by a lake, and utterly quiet. Not another soul around, no traffic, just nature in its purest form.
15 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.12 Flostrand – Mars in Norway
Flostrand surprised us three times over, and each surprise was better than the last.
14 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.11 Svartisen – Ice, Rock and Wonder
Svartisen – one of Norway’s largest glaciers, and a place that puts your own size firmly into perspective. The glacier pushes through a corridor of massive mountains, its ice shimmering in every shade of blue, while the air stays cold and crisp even in summer.
13 October 2025•Stefan
NO25.10 Saltstraumen – When the Sea Turns
Saltstraumen is the world’s strongest tidal current – and that’s no empty claim. Every six hours, around 400 million cubic metres of water forces its way through a strait just 150 metres wide. The result: enormous whirlpools, a ferocious current, and a natural spectacle that simply has to be seen.
7 October 2025•Stefan
NO26.9 Vestersand – Silent night at the lake
Vestersand – a name you won’t find on any tourist map, which is exactly why it was perfect. A tiny place somewhere in Norway, a lake, our camper van, and absolutely nothing else. No other travellers, no noise, just the gentle lapping of the water on the shore. We spent the night here and simply spent the evening gazing out at the water.
3 October 2025•Stefan
NO26.8 Northern Lights at Vik beach and Haukland beach
One of our last stops on the Lofoten was Vik beach and Haukland beach (they are right next to each other). Supposed to be one of Lofoten's most beautiful beaches it doesn't disappoint. Beautiful white sand in a bay surrounded by mountains and perfectly oriented to allow for wonderful sunsets.
2 October 2025•Kathrin
NO26.7 Fantastic beach views and sleepless nights
After visiting Reine and the tiny village of Å at the very end of the road, we continued our journey to Vikten – a small and peaceful place known for its glass workshop and its stunning beach.
The light there was absolutely magical. Soft, golden, and constantly changing, it turned the whole landscape into a painting. A group of photographers had gathered to capture the scenery, and we completely understood why.
30 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.6 Reine: When the sky turns green
If you've ever wondered whether places from postcards actually exist, let me introduce you to Reine. Nestled among dramatic granite peaks, dotted with bright red fishermen's cabins, and surrounded by impossibly turquoise water, Reine is the kind of place that makes you stop mid-sentence and simply stare. It's often called one of the most beautiful villages in the world — and honestly, we get it.
26 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.5 A dream come true: Finally reaching the Lofoten Islands
Visiting the Lofoten Islands had been one of those long-held travel dreams. The kind you tuck away in your mind, hoping that one day life will line up perfectly and make it happen. And then suddenly, it did.
21 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.4 Vesterålen: Wild beauty beyond the Lofoten
We visited the Vesterålen Islands, a tranquil archipelago located just north of the Lofoten Islands. We arrived by ferry in Andenes, the northernmost town in the archipelago. The town is best known for whale watching, as the deep waters off the coast are home to sperm whales all year round.
19 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.3 Tromsø – Gateway to the Arctic
We spent a few incredible days in Tromsø, often called the "Gateway to the Arctic." It's the largest city in Northern Norway, and back in the 19th century, a French visitor gave it the nickname "Paris of the North." After spending some time here, we can see why – it's lively, stylish, and full of surprises, even this far above the Arctic Circle.
Our first stop was the Arctic Cathedral (Ishavskatedralen), one of Norway's most distinctive and modern churches. With its striking triangular shape inspired by Arctic icebergs, it's impossible to miss.
15 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.2 Sommarøy: the island where time stands still
After spending a few days in Tromsø, we travelled to Sommarøy, a tiny fishing village which literally means 'Summer Island' in Norwegian. This tiny fishing village is located about an hour west of Tromsø and is home to around 350 people and more seagulls than inhabitants. It boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Northern Norway.
We parked Wilma at a private campsite right by the sea. It was surrounded by crystal-clear water and white sand. It was beautiful to look at, and the weather was teasing us to go for a swim - but the water temperature isn't "pleasant" 🥶
14 September 2025•Kathrin
NO25.1 Senja, oh Senja
After driving straight across Sweden for five days, we finally reached Senja, Norway's largest island, often lovingly called "Little Norway." And let me tell you – it was love at first sight.
We'd heard so many wonderful things about the island, but nothing could have prepared us for just how breathtaking it really is. Before crossing the bridge to Senja, we made one last pit stop in Finnsnes, the final proper town before the island.
25 July 2025•Kathrin
AT25.2 From deep lakes to vintage vans
After exploring city after city, we felt the pull of nature again, not to mention the itch to finally try out our SUP board.
Our first stop was Gmunden, a picture-perfect town on the shores of Lake Traun. On Sunday, we spent the whole day out on the water, paddling with the mountains as our backdrop. Did you know that Traunsee is Austria’s deepest lake at over 190 metres?
In the evening, we bought a pizza, sat down on the lakeshore and watched the sun set over the water, it's the simple moments that really are the best.
22 July 2025•Kathrin
AT25.1 A weekend in Vienna
We arrived in Vienna on a Friday evening and checked into a busy campsite. Luckily, we found a quiet spot in the back corner. The weather was on our side this weekend, with blue skies and sunshine and we were so excited to explore Vienna.
And what should I say: Vienna is overwhelming in the best possible way. Walking through the city feels like stepping into a giant open-air museum. Every corner reveals another architectural masterpiece or historic story carved into stone. It's no wonder that Vienna consistently ranks among the most liveable cities in the world.
20 July 2025•Kathrin
SK25.2 Castles and UFOs – One evening in Bratislava
Finding a good spot for Wilma near Bratislava turned out to be much harder than expected. After circling around and losing our patience, we finally decided to look for somewhere on the Slovak-Austrian border. That's how we ended up in a tiny village called Deutsch Jahrndorf — the kind of place where foxes and rabbits literally say goodnight to each other.
The local highlights? Apparently, a fire somewhere in the area was the talk of the town. And the shop opening hours were… let's say "creative." The local organic store looked so promising, but the sign read: Fridays, 14:00–18:00. Closed next Friday. So much for our shopping spree. Slightly disappointed, we reminded ourselves that we weren't here for village adventures anyway, we were here for Bratislava.
16 July 2025•Kathrin
SK25.1 Sweaty summits & shy bears – our tour through Slovakia
After spending a few relaxing days at the B&B run by Martha and Michał near Krakow, our lovely hosts suggested to visit the Tatra Mountains in Slovakia.
"If you like mountains and hiking, you should visit the Tatra Mountains in Slovakia."
Mountains? Hiking? A chance to stretch our legs after eating far too many pierogi? Absolutely!
So off we went and soon found ourselves parked in a beautiful spot in the heart of the Tatras, surrounded by towering peaks and a small, crystal-clear river.
13 July 2025•Kathrin
PL25.4 Going Underground – Our Day in the Wieliczka Salt Mine
Since we were already near Kraków, we couldn't resist visiting one of Poland's most famous attractions: the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
It's not every day you get to wander through a place that's been in operation since the 13th century, is part of the UNESCO World Heritage list, and has enough underground tunnels to make a mole dizzy.
We joined a guided tour led by Marek, a man with a dry and dark sense of humour that made the history lessons fly by. Marek didn't just show us the mine; he brought it to life, mixing fascinating facts with jokes.
12 July 2025•Kathrin
PL25.3 Kraków: castles and country charm
After stopping in Warsaw, we headed south to one of Poland's most popular cities: Kraków.
While many visitors head straight for the old town, we took a slightly different approach and it paid off.
Just outside the city, we found a dreamy campsite on the property of a warm-hearted family who run a B&B in their historic manor house.
Wilma got a shady spot under the trees, and we were greeted with open arms by our hosts, Martha and Michał.
11 July 2025•Kathrin
PL25.2 Warsaw's double Life – between history and high-rises
After changing our plans due to the rainy forecast in Masuria, we found ourselves in the Polish capital.
We explored the colourful old town with its historic charm. As we walked through its lively squares and streets, we could feel the history.
8 July 2025•Kathrin
PL25.1 Gdańsk – A golden start to our adventure in Poland
Our Polish road trip kicked off in the best way possible: with the beautiful city of Gdańsk. We didn't really know what to expect.
We found the perfect spot for Wilma, right by the harbour and just a stone's throw from the historic city centre. Finding a level (ish) spot proved a bit of a challenge, but we were lucky as a fellow German camper-couple was just leaving.
6 July 2025•Kathrin
DE25.1 Hot, hotter Berlin – Vanlife in a tiny sauna with big reunions
After 13 hours on the road, we finally arrived in Berlin, exhausted and starving, just dreaming of a quiet spot to park Wilma and relax. However, reality had other ideas: our booked 'campsite' was essentially a glorified car park at a busy junction, right next to a petrol station. It was not exactly the peaceful green haven we had imagined. It wasn't cheap either.
But never mind, on the plus side, the bathrooms were spotless and the owner was really friendly. Sometimes you just have to take the wins where you can find them.
1 July 2025•Kathrin
BE25.3 Family week in Belgium – Playing games
This week was all about spending time with family. We caught up with my mum, aunts, uncles, cousins and my godchild.
First stop: Westende. We played endless rounds of pétanque, embarrassed ourselves at mini golf 🏌️♀️ 🤪 and took every opportunity to enjoy cake, coffee and a chat in cosy cafés while soaking up the sun.
23 June 2025•Kathrin
BE25.2 From Spa to Schlager – another week of Belgian bliss
What a week! The weather was chef's kiss, and we took full advantage of it. We explored the beautiful "Polders" on foot from our idyllic camping spot near Oudenburg.
15 June 2025•Kathrin
BE25.1 Less stuff, more fries! Our first seven days in Belgium
We realised that we had far too much stuff. Way more than we needed — or even used! So we sold and donated a lot, and only packed what really mattered (ok, ok … we are now also the proud tenants of a self storage unit…). Finally, we gave up our apartment and moved into Wilma, our trusty van.
Feeling tired from the last months but excited, we hit the road heading for Belgium. The land of chocolate, beer, and of course fries. We've eaten them three times in seven days – no shame!
