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Wesseling

Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

50° 49' 29" N 6° 58' 51.9" E

50.8247166 6.9810852

05. Apr. 2025 - 06. Apr. 2025

Wohnmobilpark Bingen

49.968896283966394, 7.944610458654462

49° 58' 8" N 7° 56' 40.6" E

49.9688963 7.9446105

Bericht Bingen

Today we set off on our Tuscany tour and reached our first stop in Bingen.
The motorhome park is very well signposted from the motorway.
We had booked the site several weeks in advance and upon arrival we were personally greeted by the groundskeeper and shown around the site.
Another short explanation of what you will find on the site.
After we had set everything up, we rode our bikes towards Bingener Hafen and took the car ferry over to Rüdesheim.
We parked our bikes and headed off to the Drosselgasse to see what we found.
Lots of small shops, restaurants and lots of things for tourists.
At the end of the Drosselgasse we are first "Graf von Rüdesheim"
Here they had a very tasty Winzerschnitzel for €11.90, I actually know it as Holsteinschnitzel but it was tasty and with the fried potatoes more than enough.
Afterwards, we took the cable car up the mountain. Unfortunately, we had to wait a bit and climb two floors before we reached the chairlift, which took a while. A one-way trip up and down costs €11.00 per adult.
Once we got to the top, we took a short walk and looked at the large Niederwald Monument.
Then take a look at the surrounding area and head back down to Rüdesheim.
Once we got downstairs, we wanted to get some ice cream. We had to pay €2.00 for a scoop, a bit pricey, but that's the way it is in tourist resorts.
Afterwards we went back to Bingen and back to the parking space.
There we enjoyed the beautiful weather for a while and let the evening come to a close.
Conclusion: We will definitely come back here to get to know Bingen better, but then for at least two or three days.

06. Apr. 2025 - 07. Apr. 2025

Triberg

An der Gutach 1, Triberg im Schwarzwald, Schwarzwald-Baar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

48° 7' 56.4" N 8° 13' 57.1" E

48.1323207 8.2325186

Bericht Triberg

From Bingen to Triberg it was about 260 km and the motorway was pretty clear.
When we arrived in Triberg we looked for the signs for the parking space and unfortunately drove right past them and ended up in a dead end.
So I went back and searched again and found it.
When we arrived at the square, a young lady came to meet us and showed us around.
When we paid, we also received two guest cards, which allow free entry to various events, such as the waterfalls. After setting up our campervan, we first went looking for a restaurant, then headed toward the Triberg Waterfalls. After that, we walked a bit through Triberg and visited the tourist shops, such as the House of 1,000 Cuckoo Clocks, and so on.
Once we arrived at the campsite, we checked out the options within the site's halls. Here, you can rent a caravan inside the hall.
Then take a shower and end the evening comfortably.

07. May. 2025 - 08. May. 2025

Friedrichshafen

Lindauer Straße 88/2, Friedrichshafen, Bodenseekreis, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

47° 38' 51.1" N 9° 30' 18" E

47.6475302 9.5050011

Bericht Friedrichshafen

The further we drove, the larger the mountains became and Lake Constance became visible. When we arrived in Friedrichshafen, we accidentally drove onto the campsite below the parking space. Luckily we noticed that a night at the campsite would cost more than €30. So we reversed back onto the road and onto the parking space. Once we got here, there were a total of four lanes. In three of the lanes, all but one space was occupied. So we quickly got to the last parking space. The fourth lane unfortunately had the disadvantage that it slopes sharply to the left. Unfortunately, one power pole was defective and the others were all occupied, so we were running on batteries today. After we had set everything up, we headed towards the harbor. A short trip through the harbor and then by catamaran to Konstanz, just under an hour through the city and then back by catamaran and spent the evening relaxing. In conclusion, you should definitely allow yourself 2-3 days for Friedrichshafen and Konstanz.

08. Apr. 2025 - 10. Apr. 2025

Gamisch-Partenkirchen

Wankbahnstraße 2a, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Landkreis Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bayern, Deutschland

47° 30' 12.9" N 11° 6' 17.5" E

47.5035788 11.1048475

Bericht Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Our fourth stop today is Garmisch-Partenkirchen. We drove straight through Garmisch and then to the parking space at the Wank Camp cable car. There weren't many campers there yet. Of course, not everywhere is on holiday yet. First, we hooked up the electricity and paid one euro for 1500 watts. Then we went to the little house, the reception, which is sometimes manned. If no one is there, you can also pay at the parking meter. A young lady was there for us and explained everything we wanted to know. She was very friendly, and after paying, we received a bonus card. After your 10th night, you get 50% off the parking space price. At the very end, we were treated to two small bars of Ritter Sport as a treat. Today we wanted to take it easy and do nothing. Right next to the Wank cable car, there's a small restaurant with a weekly menu. Three dishes every day for a reasonable price. We had roast pork with two dumplings and coleslaw. The slice of meat was really thick and large, and so tender that you hardly needed a knife. The dumplings and the sauce were delicious, as was the coleslaw. Tomorrow we're planning to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

10. Apr. 2025 - 11. Apr. 2025

Bernau am Chiemsee

Bayern, Deutschland

47° 51' 14.1" N 12° 7' 38.1" E

47.8539273 12.1272620

Bericht Bernau

We actually wanted to go straight to Bernau am Chiemsee, but since we left Garmisch relatively early, we quickly popped into Rosenheim. Normally we'd wanted to fill up in Austria, but in Rosenheim diesel cost €1.54, which was pretty cheap at the time. When we arrived in the center of Rosenheim, we naturally went first to the Rosenheim Cops. Or rather, to the old town hall, which is always passed off as the police headquarters. We quickly took a few photos and had a look inside to see if it looked like it did on TV. No, they're cheating here too, everything is completely different. After that, we crisscrossed the city center and then headed towards Bernau. When we arrived at the parking space, our license plate is scanned, and the barrier opens. We found a space, entered all the necessary information into the parking meter, topped up our card, connected the power supply, activated the power connection with the card, and we were done. Now for a nice stroll along Lake Chiemsee and relaxed. The sanitary facilities were fine, but could be a bit better. What is a bit annoying is the adjacent motorway.

11. Apr. 2025 - 13. Apr. 2025

Ruhpolding

Landkreis Traunstein, Bayern, Deutschland

47° 45' 43.2" N 12° 38' 45.6" E

47.7620099 12.6459934

Bericht Ruhpolding

When we arrived in Ruhpolding, we first parked in the wrong parking lot. But no problem, the right one was one street away, right at the intersection. I actually thought that because it was the start of the school holidays, the spot might already be taken. But there were only two RVs there, so it wasn't a problem, and we parked in a free spot. After that, we headed to Ruhpolding to see what had changed in recent years. In the evening, we went to the "Ruhpoldinger Hof," where we had a delicious asparagus soup, a schnitzel, and a cordon bleu. Very tasty and highly recommended. On the second day, we first went to the "Kaffeehaus Schubeck" for breakfast. They offer a great selection of breakfasts, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the staff is very friendly. We bought a few drinks and some snacks and then went to the summer toboggan run at the edge of Ruhpolding. We went up and down twice, and we had a blast. Afterward, we drove through Ruhpolding toward the "Windbeutelgräfin" (Windbeutel Countess). An absolute must-do when in Ruhpolding. The portions are generous and delicious. Bottom line: To climb the mountains and see even more, you'll need to stay in Ruhpolding for more than just two nights.

13. Apr. 2025 - 14. Apr. 2025

Velden

Klagenfurter Straße 33, Velden am Wörther See, Bezirk Villach-Land, Kärnten, Österreich

46° 37' 10.1" N 14° 3' 17.3" E

46.6194690 14.0548002

Bericht Velden

On the way from Ruhpolding to Velden am Wörthersee we took the A10. Apart from some construction work in front of a tunnel, we got through really well. Then we got off the motorway and headed towards Velden. Right at the entrance to the town we saw that it was Easter weekend and that a few stands had been set up right in the town on Lake Wörthersee. So first we drove to the parking space and found out how things worked there. The parking space is right next to a golf tee with a booth where you can buy golf-related items and where you can pay the parking fee. Since we also wanted electricity, we weren't supposed to pay until the next day because of the electricity consumption. According to the ProMobilApp, the space should cost €16.00 and each adult €3.00, so for us it was €22.00. But the price on the signs had been taped over and it was now €25.00 including 2 adults. During my tour I discovered that electricity only works with a standard Schuko plug, so I got out an adapter and plugged it in. The showers are outside and only enclosed by a few boards, so they are outside showers. To get hot water you have to redeem chips from the machine. A hot shower for 3 minutes costs €2.50, which is much too expensive in my opinion. The toilets also leave a lot to be desired; they aren't exactly clean and are showing their age. Drinking water is only available from one tap, which you have to search for. Grey water can only be drained through a small drain about 20x20 cm in size, and I couldn't find anything to empty the chemical toilet. The town itself is manageable. The prices are of course appropriate, such as a scoop of ice cream, which costs between €2.10 and €2.50. In conclusion: the place is OK for one night, but not suitable for several days.

14. Apr. 2025 - 15. Apr. 2025

Strada Brussa

Venezia, Venetien, Italien

45° 42' 58.4" N 12° 58' 9.3" E

45.7162179 12.9692636

Bericht Caorle

There's not much to report today. On the way from Velden to Caorle we went through countless tunnels, both short and long, some modern and some very old. The paint and concrete were already crumbling from the walls and sometimes water even leaked from the walls, but everything was fine. In Velden it was 21 degrees when we left the motorway and suddenly, after the umpteenth tunnel, it rained non-stop. When we then turned off the motorway and onto the country road, we had to drive over some narrow streets on the way to the campsite. Once we only had a small bridge, 2.20 meters wide, with no warning. Luckily we had a few centimeters to spare on both sides. When we arrived in Caorle we first had to look for the campsite and drove in circles twice until we found the entrance. Once we got to the campsite we headed towards the toilet building. Everything was fine so far, but there is no room by the showers where you can leave your clothes and everything else. That is a drawback at the campsite. Otherwise, it's also more expensive than the price listed by Pro Mobil. We paid €32.40 for two adults and a pitch for one night, a bit pricey, but that's probably due to the location right on the Adriatic.

15. Apr. 2025 - 20. Apr. 2025

Marina di Venezia

Via Montello 6, Cavallino-Treporti, Venezia, Venetien, Italien

45° 26' 11.5" N 12° 26' 28.8" E

45.4365175 12.4413405

Bericht Marina Di Venezia

Day 1:

First, we arrive, but for that, we first have to go to the check-in area. Before entering the "Marina Di Venezia" area, you have to register, whether you have a reservation or not. Then you receive a brief instruction, a wristband, and a sticker for your windshield stating your expected arrival time. Only then do we go to the large campsite. Luckily, my son was already there and told us where to park our motorhome. We briefly walked through the area where we were supposed to park, chose a spot, and set up our tent. After that, we went to the nearest supermarket to do some shopping. By now, the sun was starting to shine again. Afterward, we cycled across the entire campsite to see what was available. After seeing a lot, we went to a pizzeria just outside Marina Di Venezia. They served very large and delicious pizzas. Afterward, we rounded off the evening with a glass of Italian wine.

Day 2:

After breakfast we drove to the nearby harbor to take the passenger boats to Burano and Murano. A day ticket cost €25 per person. Unfortunately the first boat left right in front of us and we had to wait for about 45 minutes. After that we went straight to Burano, a very beautiful island with many colorful houses, all the way across the island and then back to the next passenger boat towards Murano. Once there we saw one glass shop after another. Whether they were all original Murano glass shops, who knows. In contrast to Burano, Murano is a bit run down, but all the more expensive. Here too we went all the way across the island and then back to the harbor to start the return trip to the mainland. But the harbor was a madhouse. Masses of tourists and workers, all wanting to get on the next boat. When the boat was full it left without us and we had to wait almost an hour for the next boat. Finally back at the campsite, we headed to the burger restaurant, as we hadn't eaten anything all day except breakfast. Now we'll wind down the day and see what tomorrow brings.

Day 3:

Today was all about relaxing. First, we slept in, had a coffee, and then went to the supermarket here in Marina di Venezia. Then we strolled around a bit, and after lunch, we headed to the water park. In the afternoon, we walked along the beach and dipped our feet in the Adriatic. In the evening, we had ice cream and watched the evening entertainment.

Day 4:

This morning it was very sunny, so we took advantage of it to go to the water park together and simply enjoy the water. We relaxed a bit in the afternoon, had something to eat together in the evening, and then went to the evening program at Marina Di Venezia and let the evening come to a close.

Day 5:

Since the shops were open again today, we went to the local supermarket after breakfast to buy the essentials. Since the sun was really strong again today, we went to the seaside again, into the sea, and collected some shells. In the afternoon, some veil clouds rolled in again, and it was noticeable that it was getting a bit cooler. Since we're leaving the campsite tomorrow and continuing on our journey through Tuscany, we went to a nearby pizzeria together again.

20. Apr. 2025 - 21. Apr. 2025

Area Sosta Mare & Parco

Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italien

44° 33' 0.4" N 12° 16' 46.1" E

44.5500982 12.2794688

Bericht Casalborsetti

This morning we had to leave Marina di Venezia before 11:00 a.m., otherwise we would have had to pay for another day. But no problem: breakfast, payment, assembly, and at exactly 11:00 a.m. we set off on the next leg. Since I had set Google Maps to motorway and no toll roads, Maps led us across the area via narrow, narrow roads and very broken roads; we won't be doing that again on the next leg. When we arrived in Casalbrosetti, we first drove to the campsite because the reception was closed. So we chose a spot ourselves, and our neighbor said someone would be by in the evening to pay. So first we went to the beach, a bit along the shore, and then a bit through the small town. On the way to the campsite, we found a simple church, not what you're used to. Very plain, but at the entrance there was a large nativity scene with the Crucifixion, which looked fantastic. When we arrived at the campsite, we wanted to pay first, but this turned out to be difficult. The man at reception spoke neither German nor English and tried to make himself understood with Google Translate, but this wasn't very successful. It turned out, however, that we were supposed to go to a different spot. So we tried several times with the translator until we understood what he wanted. We packed everything up again and moved the car to another spot. Apparently there were Germans here too, but we didn't see a single one. We were supposed to park right between two Italians. Well, that's what we did. The spot is nothing special, and you're usually standing on half grass and half dusty sand.

Conclusion: It's okay for one night, but not for longer stays.

21. Apr. 2025 - 22. Apr. 2025

Agriturismo Val della Pieve

Via della Fossa, Anghiari, Arezzo, Toskana, Italien

43° 32' 11.8" N 12° 3' 3.9" E

43.5366022 12.0510837

Bericht Anghiari

22. Apr. 2025 - 23. Apr. 2025

Fattoria La Vialla

Via di Meliciano 26, Castiglion Fibocchi, Arezzo, Toskana, Italien

43° 31' 43.7" N 11° 46' 48.9" E

43.5288067 11.7802463

Bericht La Vialla

23. Apr. 2025 - 24. Apr. 2025

Via Navaccia

Perugia, Umbrien, Italien

43° 11' 44.9" N 12° 4' 39.6" E

43.1958065 12.0776529

Bericht Macerone

24. Apr. 2025 - 25. Apr. 2025

Strada Vicinale della Peschiera

Grosseto, Toskana, Italien

42° 39' 16.9" N 11° 29' 15.3" E

42.6546807 11.4875779

Bericht Saturni

25. Apr. 2025 - 26. Apr. 2025

Strada di Pescaia

Siena, Toskana, Italien

43° 18' 37.7" N 11° 19' 1.9" E

43.3104844 11.3171993

Bericht Siena

26. Apr. 2025 - 27. Apr. 2025

Via Che Guevara

Pisa, Toskana, Italien

43° 45' 28.3" N 10° 23' 18.1" E

43.7578525 10.3883648

Bericht Pisa

27. Apr. 2025 - 29. Apr. 2025

Via Generale Dalla Chiesa

Via Generale Dalla Chiesa 1-3, Florenz, Firenze, Toskana, Italien

43° 45' 55.7" N 11° 18' 57" E

43.7654770 11.3158408

Bericht Florenz

1 day:

This morning we went to the hotel next to the campsite for breakfast and had a really delicious breakfast. Then we packed up and headed off towards Florence. I was always worried that some crazy person would drive in front of us and try to pull the mirror trick. But it all went well and we were in Florence in no time. We went straight to the campsite that had been recommended to us on Facebook. I had reserved a two-night stay two days in advance so we could get a spot. We checked in and in no time we were at the campsite and spent the rest of the day relaxing, so we could go to Florence tomorrow to do some sightseeing. But first we had to do some laundry and in the evening we went to the attached restaurant and ate a delicious pizza.

Day 2: After a quick breakfast, we took the bus toward Florence city center. There's a bus stop right in front of the campsite, and from there, you can take bus number 14 directly to Florence Cathedral. We circled the cathedral once, then headed toward Ponte Veccio and back through various side streets. The city was very crowded and hot, but it was worth it. Afterward, we found a bus stop where bus number 14A departed and headed back to the campsite. We did some shopping at the campsite market and, because it was so hot, took a dip in the cool water of the pool. In the evening, we went back to the campsite restaurant to end the day.