The May holidays are ideal for a camper trip: Mild weather, fewer crowds, and attractive fares. With 10 days, you'll have plenty of time to travel without rushing. Below you'll find more information. inspiring ideas for 10- to 14-day campervan routes in Normandy, the Loire, southern Germany, Denmark and Austria.
Normandy: coast, history and charm
Varied and compact, perfect for 10 days
Highlights
- Rugged cliffs and beaches
- D-Day beaches and museums
- Picturesque harbor towns
Daily schedule
- Day 1–2: Rouen, visit the half-timbered houses or the cathedral
- Day 3–4: the small harbour in Honfleur, the market in Le Tourquet-Paris Plage or the beach at Deauville
- Day 5–6: D-Day beaches, impressive history
- Day 7–8: Mont-Saint-Michel, visit to the monastery and perhaps mudflat hiking
- Day 9–10: via Étretat (chalk cliffs and mighty views) quietly back home
Tips
- VisitRouen.com – information about Joan of Arc, the historic city center and campsites
- ANWB Campings near Deauville
- Sandaya camping Omaha Beach
- Camper place Mont-Saint-Michel
- Walking along the cliffs of Étretat
Perfect for the May holidays! Pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists at Mont-Saint-Michel.
Loire Valley: castles and wineries
Leisurely pace, ideal for couples and families
Highlights
- World-famous castles
- Cycling routes along the river
- Wine and gastronomy
Daily schedule
- Day 1–2: Orléans, starting point of the Loire
- Day 3–4: Chambord or Blois
- Day 5–6: Amboise or Clos Lucé
- Day 7–8: Chenonceau, wineries or Tours
- Day 9–10: quietly back home
Tips
- All about the Loire – Leonado da Vinci, vineyards, wineries, Tintin, mighty castles and much more
- The Loire by Bike – the famous cycling tour along the Loire
- Wine wine wine – beautiful wineries in the Loire
- Loire lovers – 7 important cities on the Loire
- Eurocampings – small, large and rustic campsites in the Loire
“Flowering gardens and perfect cycling conditions in May.”
Southern Germany: nature, culture and amusement parks
Ideal for families and active travelers
Highlights
- Alpine panoramas and lakes
- Fairytale castles
- Theme parks
Daily schedule
- Day 1–2: Lake Constance, cycling and swimming
- Day 3–4: Füssen, Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau
- Day 5–6: Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Zugspitze
- Day 7: oberammergau
- Day 8–9: Munich, culture and beer gardens
- Day 10: Chiemsee, island visit
- Day 11-14: quietly back home
Tips
- Campsites near Neuschwanstein – pitch your camper near this fairytale castle
- Prachtigduitsland.nl – experience real Bavarian coziness
- Camping Chiemsee – campsite directly on the beach
- Camper route – Romantic Road and Bavarian cities
- Dolop bridges – spectacular suspension bridges in Germany
- kidsindebergen – Amusement parks
“Fresh air in the woods, near lakes and plenty of space during the May holidays”.
Denmark, child-friendly and relaxed
Lots of space, short distances and top campsites
Highlights
- Legoland Billund
- Viking history
- Wide sandy beaches
Daily schedule
- Day 1–2: Hamburg – Ribe (oldest town in Denmark)
- Day 3–4: Billund, Legoland and Lego House
- Day 5–6: Aarhus, culture and beaches
- Day 7–8: Skagen, North Sea and Baltic Sea
- Day 9–10: Thy National Park
- Day 11-14: quietly back home
Tips
- directferries.nl – ferry crossing camper Germany – Denmark
- visitdenmark – visit the Vikings!
- Legoland – the campsite is next to Legoland
- Campsites in Denmark – camping tips in Denmark
- Cycling in Copenhagen – take your bike with you in the camper
Why May? Long days, cool but pleasant weather, and lots of rest.
Austria, mountains, lakes and outdoors
Perfect for hikers and nature lovers
Highlights
- Alpine landscapes
- Clear lakes
- Active outdoor activities
Daily schedule
- Day 1–2: Salzburg, visit this beautiful city
- Day 3–5: Zell am See
- Day 6–7: Wildekaiser
- Day 7–8: Stubaital or Innsbruck
- Day 9–10: quietly back home
Tips
- hiking in the mountains – hut tour, Via Ferrata or a nice walk from the campsite
- Campsites Zell am See – small and nice campsites
- Wilde Wasser Weg– hiking trail along waterfalls, large parts are accessible all year round
- Swarovski Crystal World – a unique art and adventure park for all the senses, for young and old.
- Castle Ambras – the oldest museum with art treasures, such as a portrait of Count Dracula
Especially in May! Blossoming alpine meadows, quiet hiking trails, waterfalls, and castles.
You can find more information about a camper holiday in May on our website under Well prepared, news and tips.
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