Combine France & Spain on your next motorhome trip

An motorhome trip through France or Spain is always a good idea. For many motorhome owners these are the favorite travel destinations. Not surprisingly, these countries have a lot to offer for everyone. Combine these two popular vacation destinations during a motorhome trip and get the best out of both countries. Can you see it all for yourself? Then be sure to read on. We've put together a great motorhome route for you!

We start the motorhome trip in Narbonne-plage. Here you park your motorhome at the motorhome stopover La Côte des Roses. From this motorhome stopover you are only 500 meters away from the beach of Narbonne-plage. Here you can swim, sport, sail, kayak and much more. The beach is the main attraction, but also nature lovers can indulge themselves. In the vicinity you will find the 80,000 hectare nature park called "La Narbonnaise en Méditerranée". The nature here is unspoiled and therefore the landscape is very varied. From sandy beaches, lagoons to pine forests. Walk through this beautiful piece of nature and enjoy all the beauty you encounter along the way. Not only the landscapes, but also the special bird species are definitely worth it!

- The center of Narbonne is also worth a visit! 

After about 1.5 hours driving with the motorhome along the coast of France you arrive in Saint-Cyprien. This is a lively seaside resort on the Roussillon coast. The resort was founded in the 1960s and over the years it has developed into a bustling place. Nowadays there is always something to do or experience. Indeed, animation plays an important role in Saint-Cyprien. The municipalities and other associations do everything they can to entertain locals and tourists alike. From sporting events, music events to food truck festivals. Especially in the summer season, there are fun things planned! Not only the entertainment, but also the sandy beach attracts many tourists every year. Here you will find a sandy beach of up to 6 kilometers. Here you can relax and enjoy the French sun. On the boulevard you will find many nice terraces where you can sit down for a drink. While enjoying a drink you can see many boats sail by. The marina of Saint-Cyprien is the third largest marina in France! Since 2003, a park has also been opened in this nice seaside resort. Between the village and the beach you will find Jardin des Plantes. Walk through this beautiful park and admire the special plant species.

In this seaside resort you stay overnight at motorhome stopover Aire du Théâtre de la Mer.

- From the Aire du Théâtre de la Mer motorhome stopover, it's only a short walk to the beach!

Welcome to Argelès-sur-Mer. In this city you imagine yourself in Catalan spheres. This is mainly reflected in the center of this popular vacation resort. When you walk through the narrow streets you see many colored buildings and stores that remind you of Spain. Most probably this is due to its location near the Spanish border. From here you are within half an hour in Spain. The Notre Dames dels prats should not be missed during your visit to this city. Climb the bell tower of this church and enjoy the view over the sea. Besides sniffing culture, you can also sunbathe on the beach. You will find a wide sandy beach with many beach pavilions. Are you a real hiker? Then a coastal walk is definitely recommended. From Argelès-sur-Mer there are many hikes along the coast

In Argelès-sur-Mer you can spend the night at camping-car Park l'aire du Soleil.

- In the evening, the boats sparkle in the port of Argelès-sur-Mer.

After our motorhome trip through France, it's time to cross the Spanish border. Near the Spanish border, we make a stop in Roses. This town is located in the north of the Costa Brava. This used to be a real fishing village. In many restaurants you can still eat delicious fish. This is freshly caught every morning from the port of Roses. In the center you will find nice souvenir shops and eateries. The beach of Roses is a real attraction for tourists. It is less than 4 kilometers long! When in Roses, we recommend you also take a look at the Citadel. This is a military fortress with finds from the Greek, Roman and Visigothic settlements. The fortress was created in the 11th century and expanded over the years. In this way the city was protected against invaders. Take a guided tour and learn all about the fortress!

In Roses park your motorhome at autocaravaning Park Roses.

- In Roses you will find many nice bays!

After about 2 hours driving with the motorhome, you reach the fifth stop! You will do this in Platja d'Aro. In this lively seaside resort on the Costa Brava, sun, sea and beach are central. It is therefore a popular vacation destination in the summer period. Near Platja d'Aro you will find Sant Feliu de Guíxols. In this resort you will find a bay with clear blue water and picturesque houses. For the best views you should be at the Monestir de Sant Feliu de Guíxols. From the towers of this monastery you can look over this historic city. When you are in this city, you should also take a look at the harbor. Here you will see the most luxurious boats passing by! 

To visit Platja d'Aro and the neighboring city of Sant Feliu de Guíxols, you can spend the night at motorhome stopover Platja d'Aro.

- From the monastery you can enjoy this beautiful view.

We end the motorhome trip in one of the most popular cities in Spain, Barcelona. Culture, nature, art and architecture come together in this vibrant city. Not for nothing do about 7.5 million tourists visit Barcelona annually. You will not get bored in this city. Everywhere you look you see a work of art by Gaudí, but also Barri Gòtic is definitely worth a visit. This is the oldest part of Barcelona! When in Barcelona you should not miss the Ramblas. This 1200 meter long boulevard is the center of the city! Walk along this lively boulevard and take a look at La Boqueria. This is an indoor market with many delicious local products. Of course you can also enjoy delicious tapas in one of the many restaurants. Would you like to relax? Then you can go to the beach in Barcelona!

In Barcelona, you spend the nice at motorhome stopover Garcia Fària. From here you can perfectly discover the city.

- Did you know that most of Barcelona's monuments are on the UNESCO world heritage list?

Are you also curious about the south of Spain? Then a motorhome trip to the Costa del Sol is really something for you. In this article we give you the best tips for a motorhome adventure to this sunny region. From a ride in the cable car, the caves of Nerja to the white town of Mijas.