I’ve never driven a rr to france or Spain.

Any suggestions for a long weekend to Spain or france?

I thought maybe a trip to Champagne region might be an idea? Get some booze while there and come back?

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Well it’s pretty much a full days drive, flat out, to the northern Spanish border, so not much of a weekend away unless you just want to drive.

Probably best to stick to northern France for just a weekend.

Yes i was thinking that. Or maybe a ferry to Santander although they seem expensive? Maybe the ferry takes a while. --
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I would advise a trip to ypres in Belgium no more than an hour from the tunnel. Lots todo and see in and around ypres you will be amazed. Better to see a place than just blast three it.

Agree with Alistair its a long drive down to the south and the ferry takes a while from memory about a day anyway - I have looked at all options and still use the tunnel. Maybe the Normandy beaches as well loads to see in North of France and Belgium.

Ukandrewf wrote:

Yes i was thinking that. Or maybe a ferry to Santander although they seem expensive? Maybe the ferry takes a while.

About 24 hours.

As said, stick to the north. Bruges is very attractive. The Champagne region is within reach.

This thread might give you some pointers: https://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic42977.html?highlight=france John
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I am a bit biased, but Costa Del Sol, east of Malaga, beautiful mountains and country side, great beaches and perfect weather at the moment.

Do the Santander or bilbo crossing, at 20+ hours it’s like a mini cruise, then just head south, a stop around rural Madrid then on to the beaches.

He did say a long weekend.  John
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and IIRC that ferry only runs a couple of times per week - it's not daily.....

Well people have different thoughts on what constitutes a long weekend 😎

thanks for all the tips guys.

france looks the best option and bey eurotunnel (does the FFRR fit ok?).

narrowing the search any recommendations for a simple first attempt with in an hour or two of eurotunnel?

hotels recommended with good parking etc.

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bruges, hotel acacia right in the centre with secure parking at the rear.. ... - .- -.




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Ukandrewf wrote:

(does the FFRR fit ok?).

I lower mine, but fits fine in regular height - a little tight but OK

Obviously more room in overweight - and it's the same price - just less availability and a bigger impact with delays

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