Exploring Europe's Varied Stellplatz: A Guide to Flexible Motorhome Parking
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Join us on an exciting motorhome adventure through Europe as we dive deep into the world of Stellplatz - the versatile camping spots that offer a unique blend of convenience and flexibility for travellers like you. Discover why Stellplatz has become our preferred way to park our camper van while exploring the beauty of Europe's cities, countryside, and iconic locations.
In this video, we'll take you on a journey across Europe, from France to Italy, Spain, Portugal, and beyond, showcasing the different flavors of Stellplatz experiences you can enjoy. Learn about the options available, from urban settings to rural escapes, and find out how to tailor your stay to your exact needs, whether it's electricity hookups, showers, or pet-friendly facilities.
We'll share our insider tips for choosing the best Stellplatz spots, including the ideal arrival times during busy seasons and the convenience of using cash or card payments. Plus, we'll delve into essential Stellplatz-finding apps and schemes that can make your motorhome travel planning a breeze.
Security is always a concern when you're on the road, so we'll discuss practical tips to keep your motorhome and valuables safe, including insights on insurance coverage and the importance of high-quality locks.
Whether you're a seasoned motorhome traveler or just getting started, this video is packed with valuable information to help you make the most of your European adventure. Don't miss out on this insider's guide to Stellplatz - your gateway to a more flexible, convenient, and enjoyable way of exploring Europe in your motorhome.
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There’s a cracking Stellplatz in Koln right on the river, ideal for vining the Christmas markets. Yet again another very useful, informative video.
Thanks for that Edwin that’s very useful to know. Thanks very much for watching and commenting to. Best wishes Helen and Martin.
Fab vlog❤ if you are feeling brave then maybe doing a vlog on "uLEZ" across Europe? Or maybe just France and Germany with their "required stickers"???
Hi Leanne . that's a really good idea thanks very much, and thanks for watching . Helen and Martin
Another informative 10 minute Tuesday Martin, thank you. With regards to further 10minTues subjects, how about modifications you guys have made to your Knaus? Always interesting to hear what others have done, though not wishing to add to my ever growing list!!!!!!
Thanks for the suggestion , we could that as a subject . I’ll give it some thought . Best wishes Helen and Martin
Great vlog. Just catching up. We did a tour of Spain and Portugal for the first time in the moho this year and was very pleasantly surprised at the standard of the aires in Spain.
We love Spain we've been going for Winter , Covid Lock downs aside, since 2017 and we'll be heading out again in February . We always head down to the Costa Blanca first and meet up with some Dutch mates that we see every year, then head off on tour usually into Portugal at some stage. Northern Spain is our favourite from Easter onwards , The Pico's de Europe especially if you haven't been is a beautiful area.Thanks very much for watching and taking time to comment . Helen and Martin
We surprisingly enjoyed Spain so much we are planning another trip from March and would like to spend more time in the nw area. It's good to have a trip to look forward to.
Hi H&M, always amazed by how much you guys can cover in 10 minutes! always very informative and well presented. A day in the life of being Poppy on tour would be amusing. How her day starts, where she is when you are travelling, where she sleeps, her diet, exercise, likes, dislikes etc. Get the Poppy cam on lol. Reckon that could be a good laugh. :o) Take care. Helen & Dave
Hi guys, a great idea thanks we'll give that one some serious thought. Thanks very much for watching, best wishes Helen and Martin
Can anyone clarify, are the water connectors the same on a Stellplatz that we find in uk campsites or particular type / adapter required. Many thanks
They differ and can be different across the networks. We carry a bag of different size adaptors , available on Amazon it’s best to have options just in case. Take as many diameters as you find including a male to male adapter. Assuming you know that you need an electric adapter to , if not shout and I’ll send you so info. Stellplatz’s are awesome generally you’ll love them. Best wishes and happy travels Helen and Martin
I have never even heard of an electric adapter, many thanks for the guidance and any further pointers for obtaining water in Germany is much appreciated. Thank you again
@@laddie-1479 European 16A Mains Hook Up Adaptor Lead Plug Coupler Caravan Camping Site amzn.eu/d/dzIJ9JC - you will need to carry one of these . You won’t always need it , more and more sites are putting in universal adaptors but some sites still have 2 pin connectors.
Ahhh sorry thought you were still talking about water. Thank you for the link think best have one of these just in case, thank you.
Hi both. Suggestion. 10mins on how you both prepare the van for a long trip? 👍
Good idea , we could certainly do that , thanks for the tip and for watching Helen and Martin
@@NomadicTreks Hi both. Thanks for the mention on the How we prepare for trip video”. Another suggestion “When we got it slightly wrong try not to make the same mistake”. I am sure you know lots of stories from fellow motor homers ? Thanks Paul 🙈👍
Great informative vlog as always 😊
We used camping car parks last year on your recommendation. They are great. We always go by our gut on a park up 😁💜xx
Thanks guys. Common sense normally sees us through. Thanks for watching H and M
Well Stellplatz does translate as parking place. All great advice and it is a shame this series will come to an end. One last thing can you do a video on taking 5 minutes to make a ten minute video 😉
Thanks Dave, much appreciated best wishes Helen and Martin
Hi. Question about camping car parks. Just recieved our card. If you just have normal membership(not the €29 one) can you still book in advance and if so how far in advance? I dont think it is made very clear in the information given. Cheers.
Hi Ivan , as we read it you can pay the €29 and guarantee yourself a stop on the aire. If you don't have this you could find the site full. If you're travelling in France in winter you won't need to book but in summer you probably will. So it depends whether you want to be super flexible or not. We do have the PACK'PRIVILÈGES , and there have been a couple of times in the summer when it's worked for us. This is the link - www.campingcarpark.com/en_GB/products/pack-privileges Hope that helps Helen and Martin
Great vlog, very informative, thank you, we will try Camping Car Parks. We stayed at a great Stellplatz in Wurzburg by the river, plenty of room for all and walking into the town.🙂
Thanks very much , we like Camping Car Parks they are a consistent facility you know what you're going to get. Thanks for watching best wishes Helen and Martin
We’ve used quite a few aires over the years (not yet done Camping Car Parks) and we were surprised by how many stellplatz in Germany needed cash. Either to pay for the ticket machine or feed the electric meter. In France and Belgium now they tend to be on machines that take a card or free, some have the old fashioned jetons (token bought from nearby) but I think that’s disappearing.
Denmark was very good for these kind of camper stops although prices were a bit all over the place. Any electric in Denmark was generally metered as many were in Germany, France doesn’t seem to have caught up with that as yet. Hopefully we are off to Spain next year which will be a first for us in the motorhome so see what their stops are like.
Do you ever use ACSI? Seem to be quite mixed experience with this on Facebook groups and if we get away in the Spring maybe something we need for Spain; dunno. Maybe ten minutes on ACSI one week!
Hi Phil , we do have a ACSI Card and I know some people swear by them , but in the last couple of years when we have presented it, they have offered the lower pitch price , but then wanted to make us pay for electric which would have been in with the price without ACSI or a downgraded pitch. Sort of given in one hand and taken away with the other . Hence we have stopped using it. You will find good Spanish stops , perhaps not as good at the top end, but they are good for purpose generally . The issue of cash in Germany is wider than in Stellplatz's, we encountered quite a few cash only businesses , rather surprising really where in Spain it was the other way. I'm guessing it's something to do with bank charges. We haven't been to Denmark yet , it's on our list though. Thanks for watching and for the suggestion . Best wished Helen and Martin
Thanks for the info…Perhaps just do one once a month about something that has happened on your travels.😊
Good evening from Lake Bled , thanks very much that's a good suggestion we'll give that some thought. Best wishes Helen and Martin.
More fantastic information Martin. We’ve enjoyed the 10 minute Tuesday videos but agree that it would be impossible to keep coming up with new topics to discuss every week. Enjoy your current trip and keep safe. Irvine & Karen.
Thanks guys we think we have maybe two or three more max and then we'll have to think of something else. Keeps the grey matter turning . Thanks for watching Helen and Martin