Traveling at your own pace and visiting what you want, that's the luxury you have when you explore a country by car. We have selected seven special locations that you can only reach by car. Along the way you will venture off the beaten track and discover your own unique spots.
At 232 kilometers, the route through Icefields Parkway is well worth the effort. You can choose to complete the road by car or to stop a few times for a walk. The route leads past The Rocky Mountains, countless beautiful lakes such as Lake Peyto and Bow Lake, large pine forests and impressive waterfalls such as Tangle Creek Falls and Sunwapta Falls. By car you can easily decide for yourself how much time you spend in this green environment.
At an hour's drive from Bilbao you can find the picturesque town of Oñati. It is located at the foot of the Aloña mountain and is surrounded by beautiful peaks and valleys. In the city you can get lost in the streets while admiring the Gothic and Baroque architecture. You can completely relax and unwind in the Aizkorri National Park, which is located a few kilometers from the center.
Those who are not intimidated by heights and narrow roads can make a trip to Castelmezzano. The highest village of Basilicata is a two-hour drive from Bari. Also called borghi più belli, which means 'most beautiful village'. On the other side of the valley you can see the village of Pietrapertosa. Be sure to hang around until night falls because then the mountain walls are beautifully illuminated.
Anyone exploring Greece by car should not miss a visit to the Acheron River. The river is located in the Epirus district that borders Albania and North Macedonia. Here you will find the best places to relax on hot summer days. The real adventurers can take a dip in the icy mountain waters, because the river is created from the melting snow that makes its way out of the mountain region around Ioannina.
The city of Chefchaouen is a great start for your holiday in Morocco. A two-hour drive from Tangier you reach the indigo-blue-washed city. This is known for its romantic atmosphere and unique appearance compared to the rest of Morocco. Tucked away between the Ech and Chaoua mountains, this city has pleasantly cooler temperatures even during hot summers.
Cape Greco can be found in the southeast of Cyprus between the cities of Agia Napa and Protaras. This national state forest is known for its many caves, natural arch bridges and beautiful beaches bordering the crystal clear sea. The nature reserve is easy to reach by car from Larnaca. The wide range of hiking and cycling paths along the cliffs give you the opportunity to enjoy numerous panoramas over the sea. After this, take some time to visit the Chapel of Agioi Anarguroi and the viewpoint at the lighthouse.
On the top of the Hum Košnički mountain in Desinic is the Veliki Tabor castle. From the vantage points in the castle you get an impressive view over the Hrvatsko Zagorje area and part of Slovenia. This beautiful castle is barely an hour's drive from Zagreb. Within the castle walls you can also admire various exhibitions besides culture and architecture.
