Many travelers are already planning to hit the roads to celebrate the end of year celebrations in motorhome. What a great idea, it makes us dream! But, which destinations to choose?
How to enjoy the end of year celebrations in motorhome?
Winter is a great time to travel, whether it is for Christmas or New Year’s Eve. Follow the magic of the end of year celebrations in motorhome, caravan and campervan: a magical atmosphere is waiting for you!
- stroll through the most beautiful Christmas markets
- go down the ski slopes or the ski lifts
- discover the local ancestral traditions
- enjoy various shows and activities
- visit must-see cultural places
- taste regional products and local cuisine
- have fun in the snow (if it is there o course)
- decorate the interior and exterior of your motorhome
- cook up some good Christmas dishes
Where to go for the end of year celebrations in motorhome? 🗺🚐
Motorhome destinations in France 🇫🇷
Brittany
Whether it is for its magnificent landscapes or the warm atmosphere that reigns there, enjoy of the end of year celebrations to discover Brittany in motorhome. Visit its villages with beautiful golden colors like Locronan. Follow the rhythm of Christmas shows, songs and entertainment in Quimper. Stroll through the heart of many markets such as Lorient (December 3rd to 31th) or the Father Christmas in the stables at Lamballe (December 3rd to 5th and 10th to 12th).
🚐 Let’s enjoy a tour of Brittany in motorhome 🗺 601 km | 15 stopovers | 8h59
New Aquitaine
Have you never visited the South West of France? Take advantage of the end of year celebrations in motorhome to discover the New Aquitaine region. Choose for example to visit the Basque Country. Immerge yourself in the Christmas spirit in Biarritz thanks to its illuminations that shine from the end of November. Admire the magnificent 12m tree in sound and light in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Make a stop by the Ciboure local producers and creators market to find the perfect gift for Christmas.
🚐 Stroll along the Bordeaux Wine Route for Christmas 🗺 195 km | 13 stopovers | 3h48
Languedoc-Roussillon
The Christmas celebrations will be here soon in Languedoc… Stroll through the heart of the pretty wooden chalets that take place in the alleys of the Catalan city of Perpignan. Make a stop in Collioure to discover the magical spectacle of monumental projections in front of the bell tower. For a touch of magic, experience the Hivernales in Montpellier. A great opportunity to share a convivial moment in a southern market with delicious regional products and specialties…
🚐 Let’s make a trip in motorhome in Languedoc-Roussillon 🗺 429 km | 13 stopovers | 6h15
Motorhome destinations in Spain 🇪🇸
The Spanish Basque Country
Whether you choose the cities of San-Sebastian, Vitoria-Gasteiz or Bilbao, lights, songs, markets and other activities are waiting for you (young and old) to experience beautiful end of year celebrations in motorhome! Do not miss the Saint-Thomas fair which marks the start of the festivities.
🚐 From Biarritz to Bilbao for the end of year holidays in motorhome 🗺 284 km | 16 stopovers | 6h04
Catalonia
In Catalonia, the end of year celebrations are not just a simple « party . Decorations light up the streets, markets make the city even more beautiful, sweets tickle your nostrils. Do not forget to try the famous « tió de Nadal » (Christmas log), a delicious Catalan tradition.
🚐 Let’s go to the capital of Catalonia, Barcelona 🗺 326 km | 13 stopovers | 4h54
Andalusia
A special atmosphere reigns in this region of Andalusia. As the end of year celebrations comes, villages dress in their finest decorations like Malaga. But not only! Immerse yourself in history at the heart of the most beautiful nativity scenes such as the chocolate one in Rute.
🚐 Live the Christmas atmosphere in Spain in the heart of Andalusia 🗺 1147 km | 13 stopovers | 14h11
Motorhome destinations in Italy 🇮🇹
Sicily
Put down your suitcases in the capital of the Italian island, Palermo, to celebrate the end of year celebrations in motorhome and live an unforgettable experience! During your stay, enjoy its beautiful winter landscapes, its many festivals and its nice Christmas markets.
🚐 Let’s discover Sicily in motorhome 🗺 253 km | 13 stopovers | 5h04
The capital, Rome
Discover the Italian capital in a different way… Discover the must-see places of the ancient city from another perspective; rooted in religious Christmas traditions. Take a tour of the different markets, taste the culinary specialties, try ice skating, visit a Christmas crib…
🚐 Let’s go from Milan to Rome for a unique trip 🗺 734 km | 8 stopovers | 9h44
And elsewhere in the world, then? To enjoy the end of year holidays in motorhome, you can also discover the many Christmas entertainment and activities in Bruges in Belgium 🇧🇪, in Amsterdam in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 or even in Vienna in Austria 🇦🇹.
On the same topic, you can also read our other blog posts: «Christmas shortbread: a recipe to make in motorhome» and «Where to go in winter for Christmas in motorhome?».
And do not forget, celebrate the end of year holidays in motorhome, caravan and campervan with CaraMaps!