Highlights of the trip - 12 amazing cities

A few days ago we summarised the great nature experiences from this summer's motorhome trip, and now it's time to summarise the great cities. We've picked out 12 cities from this summer's trip that we like - from hectic and exciting big cities to cosy little towns in the countryside. Have you visited any of these? Which one would you most like to see?

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Fantastic cities

We experienced many amazing cities during our two-month campervan trip through seven European countries. Here are our 12 top tips for those who love city life. Don't miss reading about 12 amazing nature experiences while travelling!

1. potsdam

GermanyPotsdam, just outside Berlin, really surprised us with its amazing architecture! Most fascinating is the magnificent Sansouci Palace, but it's also fun to walk around buildings inspired by China, Russia, Italy, Scotland and Holland...

2. trier

GermanyThe German city that perhaps impressed us most was Trier in the Moselle Valley. A Roman city was founded here in 16 BC and a whole host of Roman monuments remain from this period. These include a grand city gate, an amphitheatre, several Roman baths and a bridge that is still in use.

3. Karlovy Vary

Czech Republic: Karlovy Vary took us by storm and we quickly named this city the most beautiful city we have seen. ever. It feels almost unreal to walk around among all the beautiful 18th century houses, parks, fountains, columns and spa baths. Of course, the fact that the price level is humane in the Czech Republic also makes the experience easier!

4. litomerice

Czech RepublicLitomerice is a relatively unknown small town, but a nice one! We liked the beautiful houses with arches at the entrances, the churches, the castle just outside and the campsite located within walking distance on the river right next to it. If you are interested in history, you can visit the Theresienstadt concentration camp nearby.

5. Salzburg

AustriaSalzburg is an incomparably beautiful city, with all the grand buildings, the river running through the centre and the high mountains in the background. Much of it is centred around Mozart, and the classical music fits in perfectly with the surroundings. If you want, you can also take a dramatic cable car ride to the top of Untersberg.

6. Chioggia

ItalyChioggia is for those who want to experience the charm of a city like Venice, but without all the tourists of Venice. Just like Venice, this town is full of canals, bridges and boats, and of course beautiful old houses along the waterways. There are also plenty of nice outdoor cafes and long sandy beaches in nearby Sottomarina.

7) Cannes

FranceIn Cannes, there's the exclusive life of luxury yachts and champagne bars, but there are also romantic neighbourhoods in the old town and plenty of shops and restaurants for ordinary wallets. There's also a sandy beach in the centre of town, and you can also take a boat trip out to the beautiful island of Sainte-Marguerite just outside.

8th Bern

SwitzerlandFor a capital city, Bern feels surprisingly small and convenient. Bern is the city of a hundred fountains, a fascinating old clock tower that still works and a beautiful green-blue river where you can actually swim. Albert Einstein once lived here and you can visit his house in the centre of town.

9. Lucerne

Switzerland: We fell in love with Lucerne, with its river and its beautiful old covered wooden bridges from the 13th and 14th centuries. The city's location on a beautiful lake and surrounded by dramatically high mountains doesn't help matters. If you want, you can get a magical nature experience by taking the steep train up to the top of Mount Pilatus.

10th Appenzell

SwitzerlandAppenzell is a very small town, but we still want to mention it because it has so much to offer! In addition to very interesting democratic processes, you can see charmingly decorated houses and sample local specialities such as cheese and beer. Just outside is the Hoher Kasten mountain, on top of which there is a revolving restaurant.

11. pier

BelgiumBruges is an insanely charming city filled with canals, bridges and medieval buildings. Everything is within easy reach and you can choose whether to explore the city on foot, on a boat trip or perhaps by horse and carriage. The brewery De Halve Maan, which organises guided tours, is located in the middle of the city.

12th Ghent

Belgium: Ghent is not nearly as well known as a tourist city as Bruges, but in its own way it has just as much charm. This city is also full of canals, bridges and beautiful medieval houses. At the same time, you can tell that this is a vibrant and active city, full of students and with a nice, relaxed atmosphere.

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