Epic Campervan Road Trip Through Germany: From Calais & Back in 16 Days

Day 1: Departure & Rhine Valley

Calais, France to Koblenz, Germany on June 28, 2025

9:00am

Depart Calais ferry terminal

Begin your campervan road trip by boarding the ferry early morning and crossing the Channel towards Calais.
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11:00am

Drive Calais to Koblenz

Follow A2 and A3 motorways through Belgium into Germany, arriving in the picturesque Rhine valley town of Koblenz.
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4:00pm

Explore Deutsches Eck, Koblenz

Visit the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers where the iconic German Corner monument stands, perfect for a scenic walk.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Alter Zoll

Enjoy traditional German cuisine with local wines in a cosy setting near the Rhine promenade.
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Day 2: Rhine Exploration

Koblenz, Germany on June 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kaffee Rausch

Start your day with fresh pastries and excellent coffee in a local favourite café.
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10:00am

Rhine River Cruise

Take a half-day cruise through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for castles and vineyards.
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3:00pm

Lunch at Burg Café

Dine at this charming café inside Rheinfels Castle offering views over the Rhine and hearty regional dishes.
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6:00pm

Return to Koblenz, relax at the campervan site

Spend the evening enjoying the scenic surroundings and preparing for the drive southwards tomorrow.
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8:00pm

Dinner at Wein am Rhein

Taste exquisite wines paired with local dishes overlooking the beautiful Rhine River.
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Day 3: Drive to Romantic Road

Koblenz to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany on June 30, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast & depart Koblenz

Enjoy a quick breakfast in town before setting off on a scenic 3.5-hour drive along Germany’s Romantic Road towards Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
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1:00pm

Check into campervan site near Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Settle in and prepare for a relaxed exploration of this medieval walled town.
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2:00pm

Explore Rothenburg ob der Tauber Old Town

Walk the preserved cobbled streets, visit the Medieval Crime Museum, and the iconic Plönlein corner.
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6:00pm

Dinner at Zur Höll

Dine in one of Rothenburg’s oldest restaurants with traditional Franconian dishes in a historic timber-framed building.
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Day 4: Romantic Road & Drive

Rothenburg ob der Tauber on July 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Barthel

Enjoy fresh German breads and coffee in a quaint café.
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10:00am

Drive to Augsburg

Set off on a 2-hour drive continuing along the Romantic Road to Augsburg, one of Germany's oldest cities.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Riegele Wirtshaus

Taste traditional Bavarian cuisine in Augsburg’s historic city centre.
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2:00pm

Explore Augsburg Town Hall and Fuggerei

Visit the Renaissance-style town hall and the world’s oldest social housing complex, the Fuggerei.
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6:00pm

Relax at the campervan site

Evening free at the campervan park to rest and prepare for the next big drive.
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8:00pm

Dinner at Augsburger Hof

Enjoy hearty Bavarian fare with a modern twist in a comfy setting.
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Day 5: Drive to Bavarian Alps

Augsburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen on July 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and depart

Fuel up with breakfast then embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive south towards the Bavarian Alps.
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11:00am

Check-in Campervan site at Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Settle into a campground offering mountain views and easy access to alpine attractions.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Fraundorfer

Enjoy Bavarian specialities and local beer in a traditional guesthouse.
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2:00pm

Partnach Gorge Walk

Explore the stunning Partnachklamm, a natural gorge with walking paths and waterfalls (open 7:30am–7pm).
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6:00pm

Return and Dinner at Alte Post

Dine on local alpine dishes with a warm alpine atmosphere.
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Day 6: Explore Bavarian Alps

Garmisch-Partenkirchen on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Bistro Bachmaier

Start the day with fresh pastries and coffee near the town centre.
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9:30am

Zugspitze Mountain cable car

Take the cable car (8am–6pm) to Germany’s highest peak for unbeatable views and photo opportunities.
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2:00pm

Lunch at Gipfelrestaurant Zugspitze

Sample alpine cuisine at the mountaintop restaurant, enjoying panoramic views.
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4:00pm

Return to Garmisch and relax

Enjoy some leisure time in town or relax by your campervan.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Werdenfelser Hof

End your day with fine Bavarian dining featuring seasonal produce.
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Day 7: Rest day - Local exploring

Garmisch-Partenkirchen on July 4, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast and local farmers market

Visit the local farmers market for fresh produce and souvenirs.
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10:30am

Visit Linderhof Palace

Drive 40 minutes to King Ludwig II’s Rococo style palace (open 9am–6pm) and tour the gardens and interiors.
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2:00pm

Lunch at Schlossrestaurant Linderhof

Enjoy light Bavarian dishes at the palace restaurant.
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4:00pm

Return and relax

Spend the afternoon in quiet relaxation or walk around Garmisch’s town centre.
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7:30pm

Dinner at Braustuben Garmisch

Sample house-brewed beers and Bavarian specialities in a lively atmosphere.
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Day 8: Drive to Munich

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Munich on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and pack up

Quick breakfast before departing on the 1.5-hour drive to Munich.
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10:00am

Arrive and check campervan site at Munich

Settle in nearby Munich’s city centre with easy access to public transport.
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11:30am

Visit Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt

Explore Munich’s famous square and bustling food market with traditional Bavarian snacks.
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1:30pm

Lunch at Hofbräuhaus München

Savour hearty Bavarian classics in this historic and lively beer hall.
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3:30pm

Visit Deutsches Museum

Explore one of the world's largest science and technology museums (open 9am–5pm).
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7:00pm

Dinner at Schneider Bräuhaus

Enjoy traditional Bavarian meals and wheat beers in an authentic setting.
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Day 9: Munich City Day

Munich on July 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Frischhut

Try the famous Schmalznudel pastries and coffee in this popular bakery.
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9:30am

Visit Nymphenburg Palace

Tour this vast baroque palace and its lovely gardens (9am–6pm).
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1:00pm

Lunch at Schlosswirtschaft Schwaige

Enjoy a typical Bavarian meal in the peaceful surroundings near the palace.
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3:00pm

Englischer Garten walk

Relax or rent a bike and explore one of the world’s largest urban parks.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Tantris

Splurge on Michelin-starred fine dining featuring modern German cuisine.
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Day 10: Drive to Black Forest Region

Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau on July 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & depart

Early breakfast and then a 3.5-hour scenic campervan drive north-west to Freiburg im Breisgau at the edge of the Black Forest.
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12:30pm

Check into Freiburg Campervan site

Settle into a peaceful campground near the city centre.
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1:30pm

Lunch at Hirschen

Enjoy traditional Swabian cuisine in Freiburg’s historic old town.
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3:00pm

Explore Freiburg Cathedral & Old Town

Visit the beautiful gothic cathedral and wander the charming cobbled streets lined with shops and cafés.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Gasthaus Zum Kranz

Sample local Black Forest specialties and excellent wine selection.
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Day 11: Black Forest Adventure

Freiburg im Breisgau on July 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Bettler

Start your day with fresh organic breakfasts featuring local produce.
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9:30am

Drive to Triberg Waterfalls

Short 1 hour drive to visit Germany’s highest waterfalls, with walking trails and a cuckoo clock museum nearby.
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1:00pm

Lunch at Café Schäfer

Enjoy forest views and traditional Black Forest cake in a cosy café.
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3:00pm

Black Forest Open Air Museum

Explore traditional Black Forest life and crafts at this outdoor museum (open 9am–6pm).
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6:30pm

Return to Freiburg

Leisurely return to your campervan site for rest.
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8:00pm

Dinner at Zum Roten Bären

Dine at one of Germany’s oldest inns serving local dishes.
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Day 12: Drive to Cologne

Freiburg im Breisgau to Cologne on July 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & depart

Early breakfast followed by a longer drive of about 5.5 hours north to Cologne to break up the journey home.
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3:00pm

Check into campervan site near Cologne

Relax and prepare for the next day’s sightseeing close to city centre.
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4:00pm

Explore Cologne Cathedral

Visit the UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral, free entry and stunning interior (9am–7pm).
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7:00pm

Dinner at Peters Brauhaus

Experience authentic Rhineland food with Kölsch beer in a lively brewery setting.
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Day 13: Cologne & Rhine Banks

Cologne on July 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Rico

Discover a cosy spot with fresh pastries and excellent coffee.
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10:00am

Rhine Riverbank walk & Museums

Take a scenic walk along the Rhine and visit the Ludwig Museum of modern art (closed Mondays, open 10am–6pm).
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1:30pm

Lunch at Brauerei zur Malzmühle

Enjoy hearty German dishes served in a historic brewery beside the Rhine.
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3:00pm

Chocolate Museum

Visit the delightful museum celebrating chocolate making (open 10am–6pm).
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7:00pm

Dinner at Fischmarkt Restaurant

Taste fresh fish dishes on the banks of the Rhine river.
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Day 14: Drive back to Calais

Cologne to Calais on July 11, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast & depart

After a hearty breakfast, begin the 3.5-hour drive west towards Calais ferry terminal.
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1:30pm

Lunch at local bistro near Calais

Stop for a relaxing lunch sampling French cuisine close to the ferry port.
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3:00pm

Check into Calais campervan site

Prepare for the final day of your journey and relax near the ferry terminal.
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6:00pm

Dinner at La Tete de L'Art

Indulge yourself in gourmet French dining to end your road trip in style.
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Day 15: Rest & Calais

Calais, France on July 12, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Le Brasserie de Calais

Relax with fresh croissants and coffee before the final leg of your trip.
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11:00am

Visit Calais Lace Museum

Discover Calais’ unique lace-making heritage with interesting exhibits (open 10am–5pm).
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2:00pm

Light lunch at local café

Sample French pastries and light salads to recharge.
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4:00pm

Leisure time and pack campervan

Prepare your campervan for return, enjoy a stroll by the harbour.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Aux Délices du Marais

Finish with local specialties in a friendly French bistro atmosphere.
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Day 16: Return & End

Calais ferry terminal, France on July 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and final preparations

Enjoy a light breakfast and prepare to return your campervan and board your ferry.
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10:00am

Return campervan & board ferry

Complete campervan check-out and board ferry back from Calais to your onward travel destination.
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