Europe by car: 5 of the most scenic routes

Sometimes it seems that traveling by car involves knowing a lot of rules and nuances. In fact, everything is much simpler, and especially for you we have collected answers to questions about renting a car abroad - they will help you to make sure that there is nothing complicated about it. Also be sure to familiarize yourself with what can be the pitfalls and how to avoid problems when renting a car.

Once you go on a trip behind the wheel, you'll probably never trade this way of vacation for anything else. Imagine how many beautiful places you can meet on the way from one point to another - in any of them you can stop, walk, dine and even stay for a couple of days if you like the place too much. To avoid a tiring journey, we recommend buying tickets to the starting point and then renting a car and setting off on your adventure.

1. Grossglockner, Austria

This is where you can experience all the majesty of the mountains! The ribbon of the road between Carinthia and SalzburgThe route between Carinthia and Salzburg winds through dizzying twists and turns, while alpine meadows and toy villages alternate with lakes and roaring waterfalls. The highlight of the trail is its section among snow-covered mountain scenery and the gigantic nine-kilometer Pastertse glacier.

You can book a hotel in Austria with a discount of up to -65% on the website.

Tip: The best time to go here is from May to November, as the road is open to cars during these months. It's worth checking the weather forecast before traveling, as heavy rain and strong cold winds are not uncommon.

Cost: entry to the Großglockner by car costs €40 for a day and €73 for a month.

2. Amalfi Coast, Italy

When taking a driving tour along the Amalfi Coast, you should be careful, as the local beauty can easily distract even the most cautious driver from the road! The steep cliffs on one side and the piercing blue Mediterranean Sea on the other serve as a frame for the winding road, now diving into tunnels, then illuminated by the gentle summer sun.

The highlight of the trip is the town Amalfi with houses that seem to grow out of the cliffs.

How to go: You can leave directly from Naples, making stops in Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

You can book a hotel in Italy with a discount of up to -65% on the website.

3. Wine Road, Alsace, France

The landscapes of the French provinces are renowned for their unique charms, and you can see this for yourself by traveling to the legendary Alsace region. And the Wine Road is the best way to enjoy not only the idyllic scenery of vineyard villages, but also the product of those very vineyards. The 170 kilometers from Marlenheim to Tannes will be lined with wineries where you will be treated to a fine French wine.

4. The Bay of Kotor, Montenegro

The 130 km road along the bay will delight you not only with beautiful views, but also with a variety of sights, so be prepared for frequent stops. Along the way, you'll find a number of beautiful beaches that you'll want to relax on.

You can book a hotel in Tcornogoria with a discount of up to -65% on the website.

The Španjola Fortress in Herceg Novi, Savina Monastery, beaches and restaurants with delicious local cuisine will be a pleasant reason for a delay. And in Perast you can take a boat to the "pearl" of the trip - Gospa od Škrpjela, the only artificial island in the Adriatic Sea.

5. Pianoro - Florence, Italy.

SP/SS 65 runs for 100 kilometers through the picturesque Italian countryside from the town of Pianoro, near Bologna, to the town of Bologna. Bologna and all the way Florence. On your way, you will not only see the majestic beauty of the Apennine Mountains, but also visit Tuscany, the country's legendary wine region. And here you can choose what you like!

Tip: it is best to go in September, when the climate and weather are as comfortable as possible and the wines are ready for tasting!

You can book a hotel in France with a discount of up to -65% on the website.