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Route Belgrade- Rust / Europa park, Germany
For all those traveling with children through Europe and wishing to visit Europa Park in the town of Rust, Germany, as a top amusement park attraction, Etno Kamp has created this route.
According to the Michelin route, there are two ways to reach Rust: through Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, and Germany (direction 1 on the lower map), as well as through Hungary, Austria, and Germany (direction 2 on the lower map).
The return journey is recommended to follow direction 3 on the upper map, meaning traveling from Germany down to Switzerland (with an essential detour to the capital, Bern), and Italy, where you should not miss everything that the center of European fashion, Milan, has to offer, as well as the city of eternal love, Venice.
On this route, you will pass through countries with highly developed camping tourism, and they invest a lot in this industry. Therefore, Etno Kamp’s recommendation is to make the most of it and visit as much as possible. The one-way journey is approximately 1400 km, so it’s advisable to plan for a period of no less than 10 days.
Slovenia
We start from Belgrade (direction 1) towards Zagreb and Ljubljana. If you’re interested in camping tourism in Slovenia, be sure to gather detailed information on the Kampovi Slovenija (Campsites Slovenia) website, where you can find comprehensive data and information about each recommended campsite in Slovenia. It’s worth noting that in Slovenia, campsites are generally smaller but well-maintained. There are around ten larger campsites, mainly thermal ones, which are well-equipped, and winter camping in thermal spas is very popular. Resting and overnight stays on the roads in Slovenia are allowed in all parking lots and rest areas, except where explicitly prohibited. In Slovenia, camper vehicles must not exceed their dimensions, as exceeding these limits is treated as wild camping and subject to penalties by Slovenian authorities.
Austria
After the beautiful Slovenia, we are in Austria, heading towards Vienna. They say that you can hear more Serbian language in Vienna than on the streets of any other European city. We suggest verifying that and sharing your experiences with us. Regarding camping tourism in Austria, this branch of tourism is well-developed, especially in the Carinthia region. However, due to the high demand for campsites throughout the year (camping tourism in Austria lasts the whole year because they have developed winter camps supporting skiing and snow sports), it would be a good idea, if you wish to visit a campsite in Austria, to make a reservation. The link that provides an overview of campsites in Austria with information about each campsite is Kampovi Austrija (Campsites Austria). The camp we highly recommend on this route is Camp Nord Sam. After a few days of enjoyment in Austria, when you identify the place that feels just right for you, we head towards Germany.
Germany
Germany is a promised land for many, but it’s certainly one for camping. Germany has the most well-organized campsites in relation to its territory. Most campsites are open and operational throughout the year, and during the so-called season, from April to October, all campsites offer excellent additional amenities at relatively low prices. There’s almost a campsite at every tourist destination in this country. One-time overnight stays outside campsites are allowed in Germany, except where this possibility is clearly and visibly prohibited. However, due to the extensive network of parking lots, ad hoc overnight stays are not even necessary. What’s essential in Germany is that your vehicle must be equipped with an environmental sticker when approaching and entering the city center. You can obtain the sticker at almost every gas station or auto service. Here’s a link with an overview of all campsites and information about them: Campsites Germany
Finally, when we’ve almost learned German, we arrive in Rust, the town in whose vicinity you’ll find Europa Park, our ultimate destination on this outbound route. All the necessary details about the camp resort within Europa Park are provided HERE.
For the return journey, we highly recommend going through Switzerland and Italy.
Switzerland
Switzerland is a developed country when it comes to camping, primarily due to its numerous lakes, ski resorts, and major cities. It’s important to note that in Swiss campsites, restrooms are not separated by gender; they are integrated. Replenishing your camper’s supplies at campsites is done for a fee. You can find a detailed overview of campsites and information about them in Switzerland at this link: Swiss Campsites.
We’d like to remind you that overnight stays outside campsites are prohibited, except in a few places at gas stations, which are clearly marked for this purpose. European camping organizations define Switzerland as a very safe and secure country for camping. On this route, we’ve planned to go to the capital, Bern, so here are some campsites in the vicinity that you should definitely consider visiting: Campsites near Bern.
Italy
Finally, Italy. Milan and Venice, on this route, are brimming with beautiful sights to visit, and camper support can be found at the following link: Campsites in Italy.
For the sake of better organization, we are pleased to provide an approximate overview of costs if you decide to carry out this journey with a camper through Etno Kamp. This journey offers countless possibilities to be experienced. Due to the varied preferences of travelers, we’ve provided only a rough estimate of costs since there are countless possibilities for a 10-day trip. So, please consider this table for informational purposes only:
Fuel – Approx. 500 EUR – Campers typically consume 12 liters of diesel fuel per 100 kilometers. This amount covers fuel costs for the round trip. Of course, if you significantly deviate from the planned route, the costs will increase.
Tolls – Approx. 200 EUR – Toll amounts include tolls for both directions, as well as vignettes for Hungary. It’s advisable to check all the details of the journey through Europe on the AMSS website.
Food – Approx. 300 EUR – The amount for food is approximate and depends on the preferences of the travelers.
Campsite Fees – Approx. 400 EUR – Fees depend on the campsite where you stay, and the amount provided is a rough estimate.
Other Expenses – Approx. 300 EUR – The amount for optional/tourist expenses depends on the preferences of the travelers.
Camper Rental Costs for a 10-day period in mid-season – 1000 EUR – Etno Kamp’s price list.
TOTAL – 2700 EUR – The total is a completely approximate sum, based on the above estimated costs.
For all the details and everything you might need during this fantastic journey through Western Europe, Etno Kamp is at your disposal to make the trip more comfortable and memorable.