France

A Guide to French Motorway Tolls

A Guide to French Motorway Tolls

Like a lot of countries in Europe, France has motorway tolls. Driving a motorhome on French toll roads can make planning your budget road trip across France a little more difficult. But worry not, with a few tips and tricks you'll be an expert on the French péage in no time. In this guide, you’ll find easy step-by-step guidelines for driving on French toll roads, or even working around toll roads completely.

11 Best Motorhome Campsites in France

11 Best Motorhome Campsites in France

In this post, we’re going on a whirlwind tour to reveal some of the very best motorhome campsites that continental France has to offer. Everything you need for your motorhome camping trip in France.

Wild Camping in France for Motorhomes

Wild Camping in France for Motorhomes

France is one of the top holiday destinations, which isn’t surprising given the sheer size of this nation, great weather and delicious food! Rent a motorhome with Goboony and explore the beauty of France deeper through wild camping. Wild camping allows you to escape the crowds and dive into the wilderness. Learn about the rules, etiquette and possibilities of wild camping in France for motorhomes!

Rules for Driving in France with a Motorhome

Rules for Driving in France with a Motorhome

France. Delicious food, breathtaking landscapes, pastries to die for, the azure Mediterranean, magical cities - it is no surprise that this beautiful country is on top of many ‘places to see’ lists. However, France is often reduced to only Paris even though this land that is home to some of the most beautiful European beaches, as well as ski resorts and forests, is much more than just its monumental capital. Not only due to its size, France is a diverse country that is worth exploring all around and the perfect place for a sunny road trip. So rent a car or a motorhome and while you count down the days until the adventure starts, scroll through this article so you can make sure you know the rules for driving in France and will not end up in any unfortunate incidents with the French police, who might not always be as charming as the Troops of St. Tropez.

Itinerary for the Napoleon Road Trip through France

Itinerary for the Napoleon Road Trip through France

If you’re looking for South of France road trip ideas, look no further than the Route Napoleon. This road trip will allow you to combine sight-seeing with a historical twist. Following Napoleon Bonaparte’s 1815 march from Elba to Grenoble, you’ll get to dive into the culture and history of southern France. Given that the route avoided large cities, you’ll get to see the more rural regions of France and enjoy the tranquility and beauty.

Best Places to Visit in France by Campervan

Best Places to Visit in France by Campervan

France is one of the most classic destinations, perfect for a romantic getaway, family trip or a holiday with friends. Whether you’re looking for Michelin rated meals, dozens of touristic sites, or just a beach to plant yourself on with a good book, France has it all. But because of this, deciding where to go in France can be an extremely daunting task. So many options, and so little holiday days left! We’ll go through our list of the 7 best places to go in France, providing you with some lesser known options as well. We’ll mention good campsites and things to do in the area, so that you can make an informed decision for what would suit you best. Let’s get started!

5 Campsites Along the Tour de France

5 Campsites Along the Tour de France

The warm sunshine of July is on it’s way, and with it the exciting time of the Tour de France. Time to make these 23 days unforgettable with a lovely vacation in France and the perfect viewing experience of the tour, by finding the best campsites along the route. So, pack your bags and find the motorhome that will make your trip easier and more comfortable. Let’s go!

6 Best Motorhome Campsites in Bordeaux

6 Best Motorhome Campsites in Bordeaux

A little way inland from the summertime buzz of France’s Atlantic coast, camping in Bordeaux is an ideal way to experience warmer months in France’s Southwest. Just a day’s drive down from the ferry terminals in the north-west, it’s ideal in so many ways; for its weather, natural setting, gastronomy, culture, and idyllic rural areas steeped in history and a rich, wine-making tradition.

Itinerary For a Normandy Road Trip in a Motorhome

Itinerary For a Normandy Road Trip in a Motorhome

Normandy. A gorgeous region on the northern coast of France that offers stunning nature, historic sights and delicious food and drink. It’s one of the closest holiday destinations to the UK — it takes less time to travel from London to Normandy than it does from London to Edinburgh! Normandy is best explored behind the wheel of a motorhome, as you can find some of the best campsites in all of France in the region. We’ve rounded up the best of Normandy into a 1-week road trip itinerary.

9 Best Motorhome Campsites in Normandy

9 Best Motorhome Campsites in Normandy

The drama and beauty of Normandy’s landscape - white cliffs, wide beaches and island outcrops - pose some serious competition to that across the channel. As arguably the most accessible place to head for camping in France, a journey to Normandy should definitely be on your 2021 to-do list.

The 6 Best Campsites in Brittany

The 6 Best Campsites in Brittany

It isn’t difficult to see why camping in Brittany, France should be one of your top activities for next summer! The options can be quite overwhelming, so keep reading to check out some of the best campsites in Brittany to start planning the road trip of your dreams!

Most Scenic Drives to See Autumn Leaves in Europe

Most Scenic Drives to See Autumn Leaves in Europe

When you think of autumn, your mind likely wanders to falling leaves and a canopy of red and orange leaves carpeting the ground. So a road trip in autumn needs to capture this image, and we’ve rounded up the most scenic drives that do exactly that!

Itinerary for a Provence Road Trip in a Motorhome

Itinerary for a Provence Road Trip in a Motorhome

What do the smell of lavender, the sound of crickets, the sight of old men playing petanque and the feel of a southern summer breeze have in common? The answer is Provence, one of France’s most loved road trip destinations. Experiencing the Provence in a motorhome is the best way to see for yourself what makes this region in southeastern France so special. Ready to take in some of France’s finest sights? This Provence road trip itinerary will guide you right to them.

Itinerary for a Brittany Road Trip in a Motorhome

Itinerary for a Brittany Road Trip in a Motorhome

Brittany is so close to the UK, that it’s almost a shame not to drive over and explore it for yourself. It’s like Cornwall, but French! With a wild and dramatic coastline, countless sandy beaches, picturesque villages, impressive historical sights and a culture of its own. From all the many, many things to do in Brittany, we’ve managed to whittle it down to a 1 week Brittany road trip itinerary. With sights like the Pink Granite Coast and the walled Saint-Malo, this route will take you through the best this region has to offer.

15 Best Christmas Markets in Europe and the UK

15 Best Christmas Markets in Europe and the UK

Gather up your reindeer, wrap a warm scarf around your neck and bring plenty of small change, it’s time to visit some of the best Christmas markets in Europe! We’ve rounded up the 15 best of them to visit in 2024, so you can get your holiday shopping out of the way and dive into the festive season filled with joy and plenty of baked goods!

Road Trip France - 2 Goonies on the Go

Road Trip France - 2 Goonies on the Go

Yes, in recent times myself and my boyfriend have become the proud owners of a real VW T3. After we rented one in what turned out to be the coldest weekend of February, there was no turning back. We wanted a van of our own. We’ve explored a great number of places in the Netherlands already, and a few weeks ago we decided it was time for out first long trip: a road through France! In this blog, you’ll hear all about our adventures and I’ll provide you with all the useful tips I picked up.

10 Best Campsites Near the Beach in the UK and Europe

10 Best Campsites Near the Beach in the UK and Europe

There’s nothing quite as soothing as falling asleep to lapping waves, the rumble of the ocean and other sounds of the seaside. The problem is that many agree on this, which often makes shoreside holiday accommodation expensive. Luckily there’s a great alternative: hire a motorhome and pitch up on these best campsites near the beach for a calming coastal camping holiday.

How to Spend a Five Day Holiday in Dordogne

How to Spend a Five Day Holiday in Dordogne

Looking to visit Dordogne? Here is everything you need to know about this stunning region, including driving tips, restaurants, campsites, activities and more! Read up and prepare for your next holiday to Dordogne!

Environmental Stickers in France

Environmental Stickers in France

Let’s face it, we love going to France. What's more, despite a lot of our trips are camping ones and involve driving through the countryside, there are times when you want to head to one of the country’s iconic beautiful metropoles. For some time it has been compulsory for your vehicle to have an environmental sticker in some French cities. Why did the French introduce this environmental sticker, what are the criteria for different stickers and where and when do you need to have one? We wrote this blog to clear the air on those questions.

Enchanting Destinations From Your Favourite Disney Films in the Real World

Enchanting Destinations From Your Favourite Disney Films in the Real World

Fairytales don’t exist, or do they? We bet you didn’t know that the enchanting destinations in your favourite Disney films are based on real-world locations. Best of all, you’re able to visit them on your next campervan road trip! We’ve rounded up the most charming in this blog for you, so load up the family and all the princess dresses you can find, press play on the Disney Hits playlist and head to a world of pure imagination.

10 Small Secluded Campsites in Europe for a Peaceful Holiday

10 Small Secluded Campsites in Europe for a Peaceful Holiday

Have you ever felt like you needed a holiday from your holiday? If you’d like to come home from your next holiday feeling properly recharged, then pitch up on one of our 10 favourite small, secluded campsites in Europe. All are peaceful holiday destinations, where you can stay in a serene setting and fully immerse yourself in the calm.