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Start your journey at an easy pace
A short first day, so you can set up camp without rushing.
Colmar is easy to explore on foot or by bike in the evening – the trailer stays at the site.
This is where your trip begins. You load the bikes onto the trailer and roll south-west towards the Rhine.
A peaceful campsite on the little River Ill, just a few kilometres from the half-timbered town of Colmar. Ideal for parking the trailer and keeping the first night short. A good start without travelling too far on arrival day.
A long leg towards the sea
The longest driving day of the trip, nicely broken up with a lunch stop in Lyon.
Total driving time stays under six hours of actual driving.
A long leg — plan in some breaks.
Halfway along, it's worth stretching your legs with a stop in Lyon, the capital of French cuisine. A bouchon lunch by the Saône will see you well through the long driving day. With a rig, it's best to park at a flat park-and-ride on the edge of town.
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A family-run site in Orange, gateway to Provence, with its Roman theatre and triumphal arch listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The trailer stays safely put while you take an evening look at the ancient buildings. A good staging point before the coast.
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From Provence to the Mediterranean
Culture in the morning, driving and arrival at the sea in the afternoon.
In Cassis, the trailer stays put for two nights.
The best-preserved Roman theatre in Europe, with an almost completely intact stage wall. You can climb the tiers and test the acoustics. A compact morning visit before heading to the coast.
A terraced site above the harbour town of Cassis, surrounded by pine trees. From here, the Calanques and the town itself are within reach on foot or by bike, without moving the rig. An ideal base camp for two nights by the sea.
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Steep coastline and swimming
A pure rest day with no driving with the rig.
September brings warm water and empty coves.
The fishing harbour of Cassis with its colourful boats, cafés and views of the sheer cliff of Cap Canaille. Boat tours to the Calanques depart from the harbour. A relaxed morning for strolling and eating seafood.
The Calanques are narrow, fjord-like inlets with turquoise water between white limestone cliffs. A boat tour from Cassis shows you En-Vau, Port-Pin and Port-Miou from the water. If you'd rather walk, Port-Miou is a good hour's hike away.
Towards the Côte d'Azur
A moderate driving leg with a coastal stop.
You'll stay two nights in Fréjus, with the trailer parked during your excursions.
An authentic Provençal harbour town with colourful boats and a lively market. A good stop for a coffee and a short waterfront stroll. Park on flat ground on the edge of town, then continue on foot.
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A spacious site in a pine forest, a good base for the coast and the Esterel massif. Fréjus itself has a Roman heritage, including an amphitheatre. From here you'll use the California for the coming days' trips to the coastal towns.
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Glamour and beaches
A day trip with just the tow vehicle.
Enough time for a swim stop at one of the Pampelonne beaches along the way.
A lagoon village with canals, often called the Venice of Provence, set among colourful houses and boats. You can stroll across the bridges on foot or take a short boat trip. Park at the large, flat visitor car park.
The famous marina, the old town lanes and the market on Place des Lices make Saint-Tropez worth seeing even outside the high season. In September the crowds are much thinner. Stop with the California at one of the outer car parks and walk into the centre.
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Red rocks and sea
A short, scenic leg.
Arrival in the afternoon and a swim near Antibes.
The coast road between Fréjus and Cannes runs past red volcanic rock and small coves. Viewpoints invite you to stop and take photos. One of the finest panoramic routes on the Côte d'Azur.
A site near Antibes, a good base for Cannes, Antibes and Nice. From here you can reach the glamorous coast with the California. The trailer stays safely at the site for two nights.
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Cities of the Côte d'Azur
Combines two coastal towns in one day.
In Nice, avoid underground car parks because of the T6's height.
The old town of Antibes with the Marché Provençal, the Picasso Museum in the Château Grimaldi, and the ramparts by the sea. A stroll through the lanes with views of yachts and the Alps in the background. A good morning for market and history.
The old town of Nice with the Cours Saleya market, the Promenade des Anglais and the view from Château Hill over the Baie des Anges. Stop with the California at an outer car park and take the tram into the centre. In the afternoon, time for socca and ice cream.
Mountain villages and gorges
Park the trailer directly at the campsite in Moustiers, then explore the winding gorge with just the vehicle.
A demanding mountain route, allow plenty of time.
The deepest gorge in Europe, with a turquoise-green river and spectacular scenic roads. You'll drive the Route des Crêtes with its viewing balconies. At Lac de Sainte-Croix you can swim or hire a pedal boat.
A peaceful site near Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages in France, known for its faience pottery. The trailer stays safely put, and you can reach the mountain village on foot or by bike. A shift from the coast to quiet Provence.
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Pure Provence
A scenic stop and a moderate driving leg.
The afternoon is free for the old town of Aix.
The wide plateaus of Valensole are purple in summer but already harvested by September, though the landscape with its almond trees and stone farmhouses remains charming. A good stop for farm honey and lavender products. Photo stops along the field tracks.
A green site on the edge of Aix-en-Provence, the elegant university town of Cézanne. From here you can reach the old town with its fountains and cafés by California or bus. The trailer stays put during your visits to the city.
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Last day in Provence
A long driving day, so keep the morning short and set off in good time.
Beaune shortens the drive home considerably the following day.
The Cours Mirabeau with its plane trees and fountains, the morning market and the winding old town make Aix one of the finest towns in Provence. Stock up on olives, cheese and pastries for the road. A relaxed morning before heading off.
A well-kept town site in Beaune, the wine centre of Burgundy, a good stop on the way home. Beaune, with the Hôtel-Dieu and its wine cellars, is easy to explore on foot in the evening. The trailer stays at the site.
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Homeward journey
The final driving day is just under five hours of actual driving, with a short cultural stop in the morning.
Allow time for border checks and breaks.
The Hôtel-Dieu, with its famous colourful tiled roof, is a highlight of Gothic almshouses. A short morning visit rounds off the trip with a touch of history. After that, it's on to the last leg home.
Return to your starting point in Stuttgart. This is where your round trip through Provence and the Côte d'Azur comes to an end.
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