Roadtripping Europe’s Festival Circuit: 5 Itineraries to Try This Year

Some people travel for landscapes. Others for food. But what if your roadtrip revolved around music, street parties, wine tastings, or racing through mud? Here are five roadtrip-friendly itineraries built around Europe’s best camper-accessible festivals.

Itinerary 1: Paris to Biddinghuizen (Mud Masters)

Belgian breweries, Ardennes biking, Amsterdam canals, and then into full team mode for Europe’s most iconic obstacle race. Expect sore legs, huge laughs, and the satisfaction of your crew tackling the challenge together — before heading for post-race beers or a coastal cooldown.

Mud Masters: Run Hard, Roadtrip Harder

Itinerary 2: Leeds to Edinburgh (Fringe)

Peak District walks, Northumberland castles, and loch-side mornings before and after Fringe nights. It’s the perfect blend of theatrical overload and rugged countryside calm — ideal for anyone who wants culture and wild open space in the same week.

Edinburgh Fringe: The World's Biggest Arts Festival — with a Roadtrip Twist

Itinerary 3: London to Bristol to South Wales (Balloon Fiesta)

Sky shows, Wye Valley hikes, and Gower beaches all in one laid-back loop. Watch hot air balloons rise over green hills, then swap your field-side pitch for a clifftop view and beach barbecue in Wales.

Bristol Balloon Fiesta: Skies Full of Colour, Nights Full of Charm

Itinerary 4: Amsterdam Loop (King’s Day + More)

Cycle from the dunes of Scheveningen into a city-wide orange party, then unwind by the lakes or in a hidden woodland campsite. It’s festive chaos followed by peaceful forest mornings — all at your own pace.

King’s Day: Celebrate the Netherlands' National Party in Style

Itinerary 5: Stellenbosch & Garden Route (Wine Festival SA)

Fly into Cape Town, rent your van, and blend wine tasting, whale watching, and roadtrip magic. Mix pinotage with penguins and oceanside camping with vineyard views for a journey that’s rich in flavour and freedom.

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Stay tuned for full camper-based festival itineraries through Spain, New Zealand, Austria, and Mexico.

Start with one festival — and let it become your whole roadtrip - see our full list of festivals we'd love to join in a campervan