Travel guides & journals
Itinerary ideas, places to see and the best spots to sleep in a van or motorhome.
Centre-Val de Loire Living the Van Life at the International Hot Air Balloon Gathering in Châteauroux Discover how to make the most of the world’s largest hot air balloon gathering from the comfort of your van, with our practical tips and must-see highlights around Châteauroux. Grand Est Festival Sismik 2026 by van: the ultimate guide to Sélestat and beyond Discover how to make the most of Festival Sismik 2026 in your van, blending electronic beats, nature and Alsatian adventures. Practical tips and sightseeing ideas for an unforgettable road trip. Brittany Experience the Festival des Filets Bleus in a campervan in Concarneau Dive into authentic Breton culture with this guide to enjoying the Festival des Filets Bleus in a campervan, blending music, traditions and coastal adventures. Pays de la Loire Living the Loire Summer Festivals in Saumur: the ultimate van life guide Discover how to make the most of the 2026 Loire Summer Festivals from your van, with lively entertainment, Loire Valley heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Nouvelle-Aquitaine Experience Le Déferlement 2026 in a van: your campervan guide to Vendays-Montalivet Dive into the energy of Le Déferlement 2026 from your van, with our tips to enjoy the festival and the treasures of Gironde in complete freedom. Île-de-France (Paris) Experience the Estivales de la Seine 2026 in Boulogne-Billancourt by van Discover how to make the most of the Estivales de la Seine in a van, with riverfront entertainment, unusual walks and cultural escapes around Boulogne-Billancourt. Hauts-de-France Tour de France 2026 stage: a breathtaking adventure through mountains and picturesque villages Discover the demanding profile and stunning landscapes of this legendary Tour de France 2026 stage, featuring iconic climbs and authentic stops along the way. Brittany Experience the Route du Rhum 2026 by campervan: the ultimate guide from Saint-Malo Discover how to make the most of the Route du Rhum in a campervan, with a maritime atmosphere, legendary races and unforgettable Breton escapades. Grand Est Living the van life at the Gérardmer International Fantastic Film Festival 2027 Discover how to enjoy the Gérardmer festival in a van, blending chilling cinema with Vosges adventures, plus our practical tips and top picks. Brittany Living the Festival du Bout du Monde 2026 in a van in Crozon Discover how to make the most of the Festival du Bout du Monde in a van, with world music, wild landscapes on the Crozon peninsula and unforgettable escapades. Nouvelle-Aquitaine Living the Grand Pavois 2026 in a van: the ultimate La Rochelle guide Discover how to make the most of the Grand Pavois, La Rochelle’s unmissable boat show, from the comfort of your van. Practical tips, unique atmosphere and must-see escapes around the city. Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Lyon Festival of Lights 2026: the vanlife guide to enjoying the magic without the hassle Four days of dazzling light displays in Lyon, with our tips for making the most of it in a van, stress-free and on a budget. We reveal the must-see spots and clever parking tricks.