Leamington Spa is a city in central England located on the winding River Leam, it is known for its wide boulevards, stunning architecture and award-winning parks. The city centre combines a treasure trove of independent boutiques and various dining experiences. What to see Before heading to Leamington, we stopped to see Chesterton Windmill, one of Warwickshire’s most famous landmarks, which […]
Henley-on-Thames is a town on the River Thames in Oxfordshire, it’s not just beautiful, it’s a town that knows how to throw a party. Henley has an international reputation for the world’s greatest rowing regatta, splashes out with the ‘joie de vivre’ of the summer arts festival and gets into the groove with the ’80s music festival Rewind. The main […]
Margate is a town on the southeast coast of England. It is known for its sandy beach where millions of shells decorate the underground passages of Shell Grotto. Near the stone pier of Harbor Arm, the modern Turner Contemporary art gallery has travelling exhibitions and in the old town, the Margate Museum hosts local history exhibitions. Where to stay We […]
Ypres is a city in the Belgian province of West Flanders. Battlefields surround it, and numerous cemeteries, monuments, and war museums pay tribute to the battles in this area during the First World War. After being destroyed in the war, many buildings were rebuilt, including the Gothic-style St. Martin’s Cathedral and its imposing spire. Where to stay We stayed at […]
Kortrijk sometimes known in English as Courtrai or Courtray, combines the charm of a big city with the comfort of a small town. The Leie River adds a picturesque appeal to the Broel Towers. The city centre is a vibrant mix of ancient heritage, modern architecture and boundless creativity. Where to stay We stayed in the village’s motorhome area (50.8314375, […]
Turnhout in the Flemish province of Antwerp, boasts its 14th-century beguinage, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the even older Turnhout Castle, known locally as the Castle of the Dukes of Brabant. Where to stay We stayed in a parking lot with 6 spaces for motorhomes 10 minutes from the centre (51.312948, 4.946423 lat, long). The parking lot has no […]
Budel is a small town in the Netherlands famous for its two windmills, the Nooit Gedatch and the Zeldenrust from 1869 as well as its historic buildings. Where to stay We stayed in a motorhome area in the village (51.262299, 5.59028 lat, long) with everything. For 15 euros you get electricity, water filling and emptying, barbecue and dishwashing area and […]
Duisburg is a city in western Germany, at the confluence of the Rhine and Ruhr rivers. It is known for its large port, inner harbour, waterfront restaurant, and nightlife district. This city west of the Ruhr is mainly focused on the steel industry, but still has very nice museums for lovers of contemporary art and history. What to see Jurgen […]
Düsseldorf is a city in western Germany known for its fashion industry and art scene. It is divided by the River Rhine, with its old town on the east bank and modern commercial areas to the west. What to see We parked on the riverbank and crossed the bridge to the centre, with incredible city views. The first thing you […]
Straelen is a small, pleasant town in the Lower Rhine region, near the border with the Netherlands. The cultivation of flowers and vegetables characterizes the surroundings of the city. It is no coincidence that Straelen is called the City of Flowers. In recent years the town has become a popular tourist attraction in the Lower Rhine region. Since 1972, Straelen […]
