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Arrival with a short stage
A short arrival day, so you and your rig can ease into things gently.
In the afternoon, there's time for a walk with the dog along the Vecht.
This is where your journey begins. Today you'll drive just a short, relaxed stretch westwards, to get you and the dog used to towing.
A peacefully located, dog-friendly campsite on the Vecht with plenty of greenery and good pitches for a rig. Ideal for a relaxed arrival after the first stage, with walks along the river with your dog.
Driving stage towards the Channel
In the late afternoon, take the bus into medieval Bruges without having to move the trailer.
A family-run campsite on the outskirts of Bruges, with a bus stop right outside. The trailer stays put, and you can reach the historic centre easily by bus.
Eurotunnel with dog
Switch to driving on the left straight after the tunnel — take it calmly and stay focused.
A short stage to the first site, so you can settle in without any rush.
The Eurotunnel loading terminal in Coquelles. With a dog, the tunnel is more relaxed than the ferry, as you can stay in your vehicle during the 35-minute crossing.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
A well-kept site above Folkestone, just a few minutes from the tunnel and ideal for your first night in England. Wide meadows and field paths for the dog, in a quiet setting.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
A long driving stage split into two portions
Start early to avoid the traffic around London.
Plan a lunch break with a dog walk.
A rural site in the Cotswolds with views over gentle hills and good space for rigs. A peaceful stopover to split the long crossing of England into two days.
Crossing to Dublin
Book the ferry early and allow a buffer for check-in.
After the crossing, just a short stretch remains to the site.
A long stage — plan in some breaks.
A ferry port in north Wales with regular crossings to Dublin. The crossing over the Irish Sea takes around three and a half hours, depending on the ship.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
A woodland-adjacent campsite on the outskirts of Dublin, good for your first night on the island. A quiet spot, dog-friendly, and a practical starting point for heading west.
Arrival at the Wild Atlantic Way
In the afternoon, there's time for a walk along the Salthill promenade.
From here, the short, relaxed stages begin.
A site right on Galway Bay with views across the bay and the Salthill promenade right outside. A great starting point for Connemara, with the dog able to walk along the waterfront.
Rest day and stroll around town
A day to recover after the long journey.
In the evening, live music in one of the pubs in the Latin Quarter.
A colourful port town with music pubs, the Latin Quarter, and the Spanish Arch on the River Corrib. You'll leave the trailer at the site and take the bus into the compact old town, which is easy to explore on foot.
Coastal road and secluded coves
A short stage, but with narrow coastal roads: allow patience and time for passing manoeuvres.
An extensive beach walk at Dog's Bay in the afternoon.
Two curving, crescent-shaped bays with almost white shell sand, joined by a narrow spit of land. Ideal for long beach walks with the dog and a swim in the clear Atlantic waters.
A small, quiet site near the picturesque fishing village of Roundstone and within walking distance of the two famous bays. A perfect base for a few days of enjoying nature along the southern Wild Atlantic Way.
Mountains and moorland
A day for walking with no change of location, the trailer stays put.
Allow two to three hours for the loop trail up Diamond Hill.
A well-marked circular trail up Diamond Hill with wide views over the coast, bays and the Twelve Bens. The climb is suitable for families, and the top rewards you with a panorama over all of Connemara. Dogs are allowed on the trail.
Castles, history and coastline
A short stage with a cultural stop at Kylemore Abbey.
Arrive in Clifden in the late afternoon and set up the site.
A neo-Gothic castle that reflects picturesquely in the lake, with a Victorian walled garden and woodland paths. A highlight of the region, combining history, architecture and nature. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor paths.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
A well-equipped site near Clifden, the main town of Connemara, with views of the mountains and coastline. A good base for trips to the Sky Road and the north of the region.
Panoramic road and secluded coves
A relaxed day with a scenic drive and a beach break.
In the evening, time for a stroll through Clifden.
A narrow panoramic loop high above the Atlantic coast with spectacular views of islands, bays and the open sea. Drive it with the tow vehicle only, as there are viewpoint car parks and short paths down to secluded coves.
The way back across the island
A somewhat longer stage back, but a swift one via the motorway.
Take breaks for the dog, for example in Athlone.
Once again the woodland-adjacent site on the edge of Dublin, conveniently located for the return to the ferry the next day. Quiet paths for one last walk with the dog on Irish soil.
Crossing and arrival in Great Britain
After the crossing, just a short stage, so the day ends calmly.
For your later re-entry into the EU, keep the vet's worming treatment deadline in mind.
A long stage — plan in some breaks.
Dublin's ferry port for the return crossing to Holyhead. Around three and a half hours across the Irish Sea.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
A coastal site on the north Wales coast with sea views and direct access to the promenade. A good first stop after the crossing, with a relaxed walk by the water with the dog.
A long driving stage
Start early to avoid rush-hour traffic around Birmingham.
Allow plenty of breaks for the dog.
Once again the quiet Cotswolds site as a stopover, splitting the route south into two. Gently rolling hills and good field paths for the dog.
Eurotunnel and a stage in Belgium
Have the pet check and worming treatment certificate ready before the tunnel.
After returning to the continent, just a short stage remains.
A long stage — plan in some breaks.
The Eurotunnel loading terminal near Folkestone for the return trip to France. With a dog, still the more relaxed choice, as you stay in the vehicle.
Booking ahead is often cheaper here
Once again the friendly site near Bruges as a convenient stopover on the way back. From here it's just a manageable stage back to Bremen.
Final stage home
The last, somewhat longer stage: set off early and allow generous breaks for the dog.
Alternatively, you can break up this stretch with a stopover in the Netherlands if needed.
A long stage — plan in some breaks.
You'll complete your round trip in Bremen. After relaxed weeks on the Wild Atlantic Way, you'll roll back home via the Netherlands.
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