Introduction
There’s nothing quite like the freedom of a road trip in a motorhome — waking up to stunning views, spending time in quaint towns, and the excitement of the open road. With some of the most stunning routes in the world in the UK and Europe, it is a motorhome adventurers’ paradise.
From coastal beauty to rugged mountains and countryside galore, these motorhome road trips offer an unforgettable adventure. Here’s a roundup of paths around the UK and Europe that every traveler should add to their bucket list.
Historic Motorhome Road Trips in the UK 🇬🇧
North Coast 500 (Scotland) 🏞️
Itinerary: Inverness → John O’Groats → Durness → Ullapool → Inverness
Distance: 516 miles (830 km)
Why Go? Dubbed ‘Scotland’s Route 66,’ the NC500 leads you through dramatic coastlines, historic castles and remote Highland villages. Look for stunning beaches, winding mountain roads and unforgettable wildlife sightings.
Highlights:
Duncansby Stacks
Smoo Cave
Bealach na Bà Pass
The A38 Atlantic Highway, (Southwest England) 🌊
Route: Barnstaple → Bude → Padstow → St Ives → Land’s End
Distance: 170 miles (273 km)
Why Go? This beautiful coastal road in Cornwall and Devon features sandy beaches, sea cliffs and quaint fishing villages.
Highlights:
Tintagel Castle (the legendary home of King Arthur)
St. Michael’s Mount
The Eden Project
The Lake District Loop 🏕️
Tour: Keswick → Ullswater → Windermere → Ambleside → Buttermere
Distance: 100 miles (160 km)
Why Go? The Lake District National Park is a natural paradise with tranquil lakes, mountain passes and walking paths.
Highlights:
Kirkstone Pass
Grasmere Village (the home of poet William Wordsworth)
Honister Pass
Snowdonia & the Coastal Way (Wales) 🏔️
Route: Bangor – Betws-y-Coed – Snowdonia National Park – Aberystwyth – St David’s
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
Why Go? A Welsh road trip that marries rugged mountains, medieval castles and golden beaches.
Highlights:
Snowdon Mountain Railway
Harlech Castle
Pembrokeshire Coast National Parc
The Causeway Coastal Route (Northern Ireland) 🌄
Route: Belfast → The Dark Hedges → Giant’s Causeway → Portrush → Derry
Distance: 120 miles (193 km)
Why Go? This epic drive takes you around Northern Ireland’s greatest natural wonders.
Highlights:
Giant’s Causeway
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Dunluce Castle
Europe: Scenic Motorhome Road-Trips 🇪🇺
The Romantic Road (Germany) 🏰
Würzburg → Rothenburg ob der Tauber → Neuschwanstein Castle → Füssen
Distance: 261 miles (420 km)
Why Go? One of Germany’s most storied road trips, this route takes you through fairy-tale castles, medieval towns and rolling vineyards.
Highlights:
Rothenburg ob der Tauber (the most well-preserved medieval town)
Neuschwanstein Castle (the prototype for Disney’s Cinderella Castle)
Bavarian Alps views
The Amalfi Coast Drive (Italy) #Italy
Sorrento to Positano to Amalfi to Ravello
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Why Go? The self guided tour will take to one of the most picturesque coastal drives on the planet with dramatic cliffs, romantic seaside towns and top-notch Italian cuisine.
Highlights:
The colorful cliffside homes of Positano
Amalfi’s stunning cathedral
Ravello’s panoramic gardens
The Ring of Kerry (Ireland)🍀
The route: Killarney → Kenmare → Sneem → Waterville → Killarney
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Why Go? Marvel at rugged coastlines, rolling green hills and historic sites on this world-famous Irish drive.
Highlights:
Killarney National Park
Skellig Michael (Star Wars filming location)
The Gap of Dunloe
The Fjord Route (Norway) 🇳🇴
Itinerary: Bergen → Hardangerfjord → Geirangerfjord → Alesund
Distance: 500 miles (800 km)
Why Go? Norway’s breathtaking fjords, impressive cliffs and clear waterfalls put this route at the top of the list for nature lovers.
Highlights:
Geirangerfjord (world heritage site)
Trollstigen (windy mountain pass with amazing vistas)
Flam Railway
Portugalske Kystvejen 🇵🇹
PORTO, NAZARÉ, LISBON, ALGARVE.
Distance: 450 miles (725 km)
Why Go? A combination of rugged coastal cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and top-level surf beaches.
Highlights:
Douro Valley wineries
Cabo da Roca (the westernmost point of Europe)
Algarve’s golden beaches
TOP TIPS for Your Motorhome Road Trip 🚍
✅ Plan Your Route & Campsites Ahead – Look for Campsites Suitable for Caravanning With Facilities
✅ Pack Smart – Your essentials like a first-aid kit, power adapters, leveling blocks, etc.
✅ Respect Nature & Local Laws – Abide by all pertinent parking and waste disposal regulations.
✅ Ensure all vehicles are ready to go – This includes checking the status of tires, brakes, water tanks etc.
Final Takeaway: The Road You Take 🛣️
Whether you’re seduced by the rugged Scottish Highlands, the sun-soaked Amalfi Coast or the magical fjords of Norway, there’s a scenic motorhome road trip for you. The great value of motorhome travel is that you hold the reins, enabling you to pause and consider your sightseeing when you want.
🚐 Which route are you most excited about? Let me know in the comments your travel plans and your dream road trip! 🌍