Traveling Freely: 50 Routes in a Van Through Spain

There are as many ways to travel as there are travelers in the world... And for many, the open road is the best blank page to write their adventures. The third title in GeoPlaneta's Nomad collection explores another way of traveling, one that is done in a van or motorhome, a mode of transport that allows for absolute freedom in planning routes and enjoying the most secluded and authentic landscapes and locations. It's an increasingly popular approach becoming a favorite among younger travelers eager to embark on world adventures.

This book offers 50 routes for van travel covering all of Spain: from the Costa da Morte to the beaches of Cadiz and from the Jerte Valley to the palm trees and beaches of Valencia. A journey with the best possibilities for travelers who seek, above all, freedom.

Motorhome tourism began to spread and gain popularity in the 1950s. Today, we can talk about a trend that has come to stay among nature lovers, free traveling, and a lifestyle where the possibility of changing plans is always seen as an opportunity. The real boom of this way of traveling began in the late 1940s, and it was in 1960 when the first motorhomes, as we know them today, arrived: a single comfortable space where one could live and travel that gave rise to an entire lifestyle.

The experience is accessible to everyone, both for those who already find the road their natural habitat and those who are drawn to the idea and consider venturing into this addictive practice; this book by Pedro Madera (historian, journalist, photographer, and tireless traveler) promises to be a must-have.

How to choose the model that best suits our needs, all the tips, rules, and basic tricks for a perfect first time, or, in any case, an unforgettable trip, the regulations we need to know about camper vans and motorhomes (where to camp, what speed to drive, where to park, etc.), guidance for driving under different weather conditions, essential apps for our mobile phones... All this awaits within the pages of this volume, which gathers everything fundamental to enjoy positively on the road.

The author proposes 50 enticing routes throughout Spanish territory inviting one to discover the lands of Sil, to enjoy the mountains and beaches of eastern Cantabria, to relish the cuisine of Vitoria, or to be surprised by the most beautiful 'beaches' of Madrid, among many other options.

Plans for all tastes and preferences, suitable for traveling solo, as a couple, with friends, or with family. All proposals allow appropriate customization depending on each traveler who wishes to implement them; they are simple and fundamentally oriented towards maximum enjoyment and providing an experience that immediately sparks the desire to repeat for anyone fortunate enough to live it. Shall we hit the road?

TRAVEL FREELY. 50 Routes by Van Through Spain

Pedro Madera

Lonely Planet - GeoPlaneta 2019

304 pages

Price: 25 euros (softcover)