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5‑Day RV Road Trip: Ulm → Santiago de Compostela

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Day 1: Ulm → Freiburg (Black Forest)

Morning: Depart Ulm after breakfast and enjoy a short drive along the Danube, stopping at the stunning Ulm Minster for panoramic views of the city. Continue northward, crossing into the scenic Black Forest region.

Afternoon: Arrive at the picturesque Titisee lake, where you can stroll along the shore or rent a paddle‑boat for a brief cruise. Afterwards, head to the historic town of Freiburg and explore its charming old town.

Evening: Park the motorhome at a well‑equipped campsite near Freiburg, enjoy a local dinner featuring Black Forest ham, and relax under the stars.

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Day 2: Freiburg → Lyon (France)

Morning: Leave Freiburg and cross the Rhine into Switzerland, making a quick photo stop at the impressive Rhine Falls. Continue through Basel, admiring its medieval architecture.

Afternoon: Drive through the Alsace wine route, with a brief tasting at a vineyard in Colmar. Arrive in Lyon and wander the UNESCO‑listed Vieux‑Lyon quarter.

Evening: Set up at a campsite just outside Lyon, then savor the city's renowned cuisine—perhaps a traditional bouchon dinner.

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Day 3: Lyon → Bordeaux

Morning: Depart Lyon and head southwest, stopping at the ancient Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard for a quick exploration.

Afternoon: Continue toward the wine country of Bordeaux, with a brief visit to a winery in the Saint‑Émilion region for a tasting and cellar tour.

Evening: Arrive in Bordeaux, park at a riverside campsite, and enjoy a leisurely walk along the Garonne River promenade.

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Day 4: Bordeaux → San Sebastián (Spain)

Morning: Leave Bordeaux and drive along the Atlantic coast, stopping at the surf town of Biarritz for a walk on the Grand Plage.

Afternoon: Cross the border into Spain and explore the culinary delights of San Sebastián, especially its famous pintxos bars in the Old Town.

Evening: Stay at a campsite near San Sebastián, enjoy a sunset on La Concha beach, and perhaps catch a live music performance.

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Day 5: San Sebastián → Santiago de Compostela

Morning: Drive inland through the Navarrese countryside, making a quick stop at the historic city of Pamplona (famous for the Running of the Bulls).

Afternoon: Continue to Burgos, where you can admire the magnificent Burgos Cathedral and have a light lunch.

Evening: Arrive in Santiago de Compostela, settle at a campsite on the outskirts, and celebrate the journey’s end with a walk to the iconic Cathedral of Santiago as the sun sets.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ulm Minster – 1 hour – €0
  • Titisee – 2 hours – €10 (boat rental)
  • Rhine Falls – 1 hour – €5 (parking)
  • Colmar (wine tasting) – 1.5 hours – €20
  • Pont du Gard – 1 hour – €9 (entry)
  • Saint‑Émilion winery – 2 hours – €30 (tour & tasting)
  • Biarritz beach – 1 hour – €0
  • Pamplona (city centre) – 2 hours – €0
  • Burgos Cathedral – 1 hour – €6
  • Cathedral of Santiago – 1.5 hours – €0
  • Motorhome campsite fees (5 nights) – – €300
  • Fuel (≈ 1 500 km, €1.80/L, 8 L/100 km) – – €216
  • Meals & miscellaneous – – €200
  • Total Estimated Cost: €796

Tips

If you have an extra day, consider extending the stay in the Black Forest to hike the Feldberg or adding a full day in Bordeaux to explore the vineyards more leisurely. Conversely, you can shorten the trip by skipping the detour to Pont du Gard and moving directly from Lyon to San Sebastián, reducing driving time while still enjoying the key highlights.

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