A car trip will help you see all of Europe
For example, one should not overlook such issues as parking possibilities in a given country, existing conditions for overnight stays during the tour, availability of places to eat, etc.
So, let us imagine that the route is planned, the car is in perfect order (body repair done, tires inflated, tank full of fuel). Now let's look at the above issues in more detail.
So, parking. If you decide to visit large European cities, you need to know that parking here is almost all paid, so you should allocate part of your funds in advance for this. Car owners are served almost everywhere by special machines, so payment is made, one might say, automatically. If you leave your car near shopping centers or supermarkets, you can save significantly on parking.
In most cases, places for unauthorized parking, especially for overnight stays, are hard to find in Europe, as they are prohibited. There are special motorhome campsites (of which there are actually many), where you can book a place for the night either by phone or via the Internet. A motorhome campsite provides all the necessary conditions for a civilized temporary stay: kitchen, electricity, toilets, there is even the possibility, if necessary, to carry out car body repair or simply check your iron friend for possible malfunctions. Such parking lots, among other things, are of course equipped with bars, restaurants, and for lovers of active recreation – sports facilities.
In the modern world, you shouldn't take a large amount of food with you on a trip, as there are a huge number of places where you can eat deliciously and heartily. Prices for food products and prepared breakfasts, lunches and dinners in European countries are relatively low. However, for various delicacies, natural meat, and alcoholic beverages, you will have to pay quite a lot.
This is just the smallest part of the subtleties that you need to pay attention to when traveling around Europe in your own car. And being informed on these issues will make your vacation as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.