{"id":8809,"date":"2024-02-08T13:05:37","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T05:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/?p=8809"},"modified":"2024-02-08T13:09:34","modified_gmt":"2024-02-08T05:09:34","slug":"winter-road-trips-in-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/winter-road-trips-in-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Road Trips in Europe: 5 Driving Itineraries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Taking a winter road trip in Europe might seem daunting to some, but having ventured on numerous driving holidays during this season, I&#8217;ve grown to embrace the unique charm of Europe in winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I share my top itinerary recommendations to streamline your planning. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Winter-Road-Trip-Banner-400x600.jpg\" alt=\"Cologne Cathedral and bridge at sunset.\" class=\"wp-image-80631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Winter-Road-Trip-Banner-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Winter-Road-Trip-Banner-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Winter-Road-Trip-Banner-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Winter-Road-Trip-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary> + Show Summary and Jump to an Itinerary<\/summary>\n<ul>\n<li>My <a href=\"#winter-driving\">winter driving<\/a> experience. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#germany\">Germany<\/a>: Cologne to Berlin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#france\">France<\/a>: French Riviera<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#italy\">Italy<\/a>: Tuscany<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#portugal\">Portugal<\/a>: From Lisbon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#spain\">Spain<\/a>: Catalonia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#driving-tips\">Driving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"winter-driving\">Winter Road Trips in Europe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll never forget one road trip, driving through Germany and Belgium in one of the worst snow storms in history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving from Cologne across the border to Bruges in northern Belgium wasn&#8217;t even a long trip. It should have only taken three hours or so, but it ended up taking more than eight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The snow must have been unexpected as the motorway wasn&#8217;t cleared, and traffic was at a crawl. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scariest moment for me was almost running out of petrol thanks to a couple of petrol stations being closed for some reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was so relieved when I finally spotted a station that was open. But the off-ramp was covered in snow, and I couldn\u2019t see the lane markers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was worried I was going to drive into a ditch and never get out! Suffice it to say, it all worked out in the end, as it often does.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Itineraries-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Itineraries banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Itineraries-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Itineraries-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Itineraries-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Itineraries-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Driving Itineraries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It makes sense to take a winter road trip in a warmer region of Europe. But that&#8217;s not always going to be practical. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Embracing the cold, with days spent exploring and evenings in a cosy hotel, can be equally enjoyable \u2013 a practice I&#8217;ve embraced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope these itineraries will inspire you to get on the road this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget that the Christmas markets are on in November and December. If that&#8217;s of interest, you might like one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/christmas-road-trip\/\">Christmas road trip<\/a> itineraries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Germany-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Germany banner.\" class=\"wp-image-80632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Germany-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Germany-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Germany-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Germany-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"germany\">Germany: Cologne to Berlin<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cologne-road-trip-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Cologne Cathedral and bridge at sunset, taken from across the Rhine River. \" class=\"wp-image-8827\" title=\"Germany Road Trip: Cologne\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cologne-road-trip-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cologne-road-trip-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cologne-road-trip-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cologne-road-trip-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not fussed by the cold weather and are actually looking forward to some snow, this road trip in northern Germany could be for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve visited most of these cities in winter, and they really do look beautiful when covered in snow, in particular, Dusseldorf and Hamburg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experiencing snow on the beach in Rostock was also an incredible experience I\u2019ve never come across since.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/hamburg-winter-2-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Hamburg Town Hall in winter and covered in fresh snow. \" class=\"wp-image-8739\" title=\"Hamburg in Winter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/hamburg-winter-2-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/hamburg-winter-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/hamburg-winter-2-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/hamburg-winter-2.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite my winter driving ordeal during that snowstorm experience, Germany is one of the best countries to keep the roads clear and safe for driving in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Germany Itinerary: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cologne<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/5-tips-for-visiting-cologne\/\">5 typical things to do in Cologne<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dusseldorf<\/strong> &#8211; Shopping and beer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bremen<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/bremen-germany\/\">Unusual things to do in Bremen<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hamburg<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/eclectic-hamburg\/\">Hamburg in the snow<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rostock<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/berlin-day-trip-rostock\/\">Berlin to the Baltic Sea<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Berlin<\/strong> &#8211; Spend as long as you can here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Posts to help you plan your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/road-trip-northern-germany\/\">A Winter Drive Across Northern Germany<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/best-cities-in-germany\/\">The Best of Germany&#8217;s Awesome Big Cities<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/France-Country-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"France country banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/France-Country-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/France-Country-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/France-Country-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/France-Country-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"france\">France: French Riviera<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/nice-france-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Nice's main square with tram tracks parting the square and through the orange buildings.\" class=\"wp-image-6354\" title=\"South of France: Nice\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/nice-france-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/nice-france-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/nice-france-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/nice-france-1-650x433.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If a warmer seaside road trip is more to your liking, the south of France has a lot to offer, even though it&#8217;s typically a spring and summer destination for most visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smaller towns and villages on this itinerary might be partially closed or at least very quiet in the off-season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you stick to staying overnight in the larger cities, you&#8217;ll still have plenty of things to do and great restaurants to try.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/marseille-france-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The harbour in Marseille from above with yachts and pale buildings with red roofs.\" class=\"wp-image-6352\" title=\"South of France: Marseille\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/marseille-france-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/marseille-france-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/marseille-france-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/marseille-france-1-650x433.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Besides, a road trip along the coast is more for the views than anything else, and the views along the Riviera are incredible all year round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though you&#8217;re likely to get rain during this time of the year, there&#8217;s also a good chance you&#8217;ll have sunny days in the south of France in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>French Riviera Itinerary: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nice<\/strong> &#8211; Cultural centre of the Riviera.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eze<\/strong> &#8211; Hilltop views over the coast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monaco<\/strong> &#8211; Worth visiting once. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cannes<\/strong> &#8211; Sandy beaches. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Antibes<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/where-to-stay-in-antibes\/\">Where to stay by the beach<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marseille<\/strong> &#8211; Big city with access to nature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed guide to help you plan your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/french-riviera-road-trip\/\">French Riviera Road Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Italy-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Italy country banner.\" class=\"wp-image-80566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Italy-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Italy-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Italy-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Italy-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"italy\">Italy: Tuscany<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/siena-tuscany-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Looking up to the hill in Siena with historic buildings perched on a cliff.\" class=\"wp-image-8833\" title=\"Tuscany Road Trip: Siena\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/siena-tuscany-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/siena-tuscany-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/siena-tuscany-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/siena-tuscany-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tuscany is Italy&#8217;s most famous region. It&#8217;s known for its small hilltop towns filled with character and great food. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The highlights are driving through the countryside, stopping in a little agriturismo&nbsp;for long lunches, followed by exploring the towns and <em>aperitivo<\/em> in the evenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I visited this region in both spring and winter. Sure, in many ways, it&#8217;s better in spring, but Italy has its benefits in winter, primarily fewer crowds. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/pienza-tuscany-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"The hilltop town of Pienza, with historic stone buildings and the rolling Tuscan hills in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-8834\" title=\"Tuscany Road Trip: Pienza\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/pienza-tuscany-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/pienza-tuscany-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/pienza-tuscany-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/pienza-tuscany-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Driving is also significantly less stressful in winter without so many tour buses to navigate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s the benefit of touring Tuscany in winter; you&#8217;ll have places to yourself, the streets and piazza will be quiet and driving and parking are&nbsp;relatively&nbsp;stress-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tuscany &amp; Lazio Itinerary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bagnoregio<\/strong> &#8211; Incredibly unusual landscape and town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pienza<\/strong> &#8211; Views over the valley. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Siena<\/strong> &#8211; The heart of Tuscany. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>San Gimignano<\/strong> &#8211; Stunning hilltop town. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Florence<\/strong> &#8211; Iconic sights and art.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed guide to help you plan your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/tuscany-road-trip\/\">Tuscany Road Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Portugal country banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"portugal\">Portugal: From Lisbon<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/porto-shop-front-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Classic shopfront in Porto with a tiled exterior that depicts women gathering plants. \" class=\"wp-image-8830\" title=\"Porto Shop Front\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/porto-shop-front-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/porto-shop-front-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/porto-shop-front-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/porto-shop-front-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The temptation might be to head to southern Portugal for a winter road trip. It would be warmer after all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it&#8217;s not warm enough to swim so I think it&#8217;s better to head to Lisbon and further north to explore some of the country&#8217;s cultural centres and less visited cities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to include Lisbon in your itinerary, I&#8217;d recommend at least four days, preferably longer if you can. It&#8217;s easily one of the most interesting cities in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/braga-fountain-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Braga Fountain spraying water with cafes in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-8831\" title=\"Braga Fountain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/braga-fountain-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/braga-fountain-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/braga-fountain-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/braga-fountain-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After Lisbon, you could drive north to Porto, another fascinating city known for its colourful tiles and namesake drink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even further north, you have smaller cities filled with history, like Guimaraes and Braga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Northern Portugal Itinerary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lisbon<\/strong> &#8211; The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/eating-our-way-around-lisbon\/\">best piri piri chicken<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Porto<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/porto-food-tour\/\">Porto food tour<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Braga<\/strong> &#8211; Visit Bom Jesus do Monte.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guimaraes<\/strong> &#8211; Beautiful medieval city. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Posts to help you plan your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/road-trip-northern-portugal\/\">Northern Portugal Road Trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/cruising-around-porto\/\">A Porto River Cruise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/boutique-hotels-in-porto\/#where-to-stay\">Where to Stay in Porto<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Spain-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Spain country banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Spain-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Spain-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Spain-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Spain-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"spain\">Spain: Catalonia<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-besalu-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Besalu in Costa Brava with its stone bridge and gate where you enter the city. \" class=\"wp-image-8828\" title=\"Besalu Costa Brava\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-besalu-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-besalu-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-besalu-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-besalu-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Thinking about warmer winter destinations reminds me of my first-ever road trip through Spain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I had driven from Paris down to southwest France and across the border at San Sebastian. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first mistake was not spending time in San Sebastian. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a city known for its food culture and food is one of the great reasons for travelling. But we were short on time and wanted to get to Barcelona.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-hot-air-balloon-1-780x520.jpg\" alt=\"Hot Air Ballooning in Costa Brava you can see the farms and country roads below.\" class=\"wp-image-8829\" title=\"Hot Air Ballooning in Costa Brava\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-hot-air-balloon-1-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-hot-air-balloon-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-hot-air-balloon-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/costa-brava-hot-air-balloon-1.jpg 1560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We stopped in Pamplona, a city I didn&#8217;t particularly appreciate, where we had our car broken into while in a guarded car park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily we interrupted the thieves, and they disappeared without taking anything. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not wanting to spend more time there than necessary, we drove early the next morning to Zaragoza, a city most notable for its incredible basilica, Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I wasn&#8217;t completely convinced about Spain until a few days into my stay in Barcelona. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, on a later trip, I fell in love with Barcelona due to its museums, green spaces and delicious food, and I now suggest everyone visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Catalonia Itinerary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Barcelona<\/strong> &#8211; Food, museums, shopping, everything.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Montserrat<\/strong> &#8211; Monastery in the mountains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Girona<\/strong> &#8211; Medieval Catalonia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Besalu<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/barcelona-day-trip-besalu\/\">Day trip to Besalu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cadaques<\/strong> &#8211; Home of Salvador Dal\u00ed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Plan-Your-Trip-Banner-600x150.jpg\" alt=\"Plan your trip banner.\" class=\"wp-image-32485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Plan-Your-Trip-Banner-600x150.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Plan-Your-Trip-Banner-400x100.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Plan-Your-Trip-Banner-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Plan-Your-Trip-Banner.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Continue reading for additional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/europe-road-trip\/\">European road trip<\/a> ideas and itineraries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>For more winter travel ideas, read my post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/winter-city-breaks\/\">winter city breaks<\/a> or my guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rearviewmirror.tv\/winter-sun-holidays\/\">winter sun holidays<\/a> if you&#8217;d prefer a warmer winter holiday.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"driving-tips\">Driving Tips<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure your vehicle is equipped for <strong>winter driving conditions<\/strong>. This may include having winter tyres, a spare tyre, and a winter emergency kit with items such as a blanket, flashlight, and warm clothing. The rental company should provide this. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan your route carefully and check the weather forecast before setting out. Avoid driving in adverse weather conditions, and <strong>be prepared for unexpected delays<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your fuel tank at least half full at all times to avoid running out of petrol in cold weather.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drive at a safe speed and leave plenty of space between you and other vehicles. Road conditions can be slippery in winter, so it&#8217;s important to allow extra time to brake and react to changing conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay alert and <strong>stay rested<\/strong>. Avoid driving while tired; take regular breaks to stretch your legs and rest your eyes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware that some countries require a <strong>vignette<\/strong> for road tolls. Ask before you set off. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsible Travel<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Choose eco-friendly transportation options, such as taking a <strong>hybrid or electric vehicle<\/strong> on your road trip or travelling by train instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan your route<\/strong> to minimise your carbon footprint and consider staying at eco-friendly hotels that use renewable electricity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can be tempting to order many different foods when in a new destination. It&#8217;s understandable to want to try the local specialties. But be mindful of the impact of <strong>food waste<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><em>Recommendations are independently chosen based on personal travel experiences and extensive research. <\/em><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Taking a winter road trip in Europe might seem daunting to some, but having ventured on numerous driving holidays during this season, I&#8217;ve grown to embrace the unique charm of Europe in winter. In this guide, I share my top itinerary recommendations to streamline your planning. 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