Frequently Asked Questions

The routes are generally suited to all types of cars, motorbikes, and bicycles.

The routes are in principal also suitable for vans and small campers. Larger vehicles might also be able to navigate most of the routes, but their size wasn’t taken into consideration while planning the routes. Therefore, it must be expected that challenges will arise on the narrow and twisty roads.  

The routes primarily consist of single-lane and two-lane back roads in the countryside. Some routes include less well-maintained roads or (decent) gravel roads. It will be mentioned in the route description if gravel roads are included. They are also clearly marked on the maps.

You should note that we LOVE twisty roads. If you drive a vehicle that has trouble navigating such roads, you might find our routes frustrating. However, you can still get a lot of inspiration from our books to plan your own routes. 

The primary criterion for inclusion in our books is enjoyment on the road.

It takes countless hours to research and photograph each route, so I focus on the areas with the highest potential for an unforgettable day on the road.

The same logic applies to the roads. An exceptionally engaging and beautiful road will be included, even if it requires a detour.
On the other hand, main roads with lots of traffic will only be included if they are exceptionally beautiful or if there is no other suitable alternative. 

I aim to include a variety of roads in each route. Some wide and flowing roads, some small and twisty ones, roads through dense forests, roads through open fields, and roads along lakes or sea. Some sections will consist of narrow single lane roads that require a slower pace. These roads are often the most scenic and quiet, but they might not be enjoyable if you try to hustle a big and heavy car along these roads at high speed. Just adapt your speed to the circumstances and enjoy the drive! 

I try to avoid the roads with the worst surface quality, but generally, it is not a significant factor when planning the routes. Road surfaces change over time, for better or worse. My roadbooks should still be relevant ten years from now.

Gravel roads are only included where necessary and if they are in good condition. In most cases, they can be avoided with a slight detour. If any gravel roads are included in a route, this will be mentioned in the intro and clearly marked on the map.

One of the biggest challenges when creating routes is linking together all the best roads. Sometimes it is impossible to incorporate a nice road without creating strange loops, major detours, or routes that are too long.

It should be noted that the routes in my books reflect my personal opinions. I include the roads and areas that I believe are the most enjoyable. Not everyone will agree with my selection. You are very welcome to contact me if you feel that I have overlooked a certain area or road, so that I can (re-)consider them for future reprints or new editions. 

The Points of Interest (POI) in our books are a partial list of things to see and do in a particular area. It is a personal selection based on what I think like-minded enthusiasts and their travel companions will enjoy. In general, I try to mention all major Points of Interest in the vicinity of the routes. 
I intentionally leave out some (minor) POIs, so there is room for discovery. To me, discovering new and unexpected things is a key ingredient for every road trip.

You are very welcome to contact me if you feel that I have overlooked a certain POI, so that I can (re-)consider it for future reprints or new editions. 

For the most part, I suggest exclusive or interesting eateries and accomodations that are out of the ordinary. They should be memorable (in a positive way) and, thereby, become part of an unforgettable road trip experience. 

I visit at least some of the recommendations myself, but I also rely heavily on reviews from others. So, if you know of excellent places to stay or eat in the areas I am working on, please feel free to share these with me! 

Because the recommended eateries and accomodations are exclusive, interesting, and almost always popular, many of these places are on the higher end of the price scale and will require booking in advance. 

I try to limit the number of recommendations to 2-5 per route. After all, the main focus of our books are the roads. Therefore, I am aware that many excellent hotels, campsites, restaurants, and cafés will not make it on the list. 

I highly recommend sites/apps such as Tripadvisor, Hotels.com, Booking.com, and Google.com if you are looking for an alternative to my recommendations. They are great for finding places to stay and eat, also last-minute. I use these apps myself on almost every single trip. 

If you are planning on spending the night in a van, camper, or tent, I recommend finding the best places to stay by using the Park4Night app.