If we had to pick the best season for motorhome travel, spring would rank at the very top. Nature wakes up and fills with colour, the weather is pleasant without summer's heat, destinations are quiet and prices are low. It's the perfect season for almost any route. Here's why and where to enjoy it.
Why spring is ideal
- Nature at its finest: fields in bloom, green meadows, rivers running full, everything wakes up.
- Perfect temperatures: great weather for routes and outdoor living, without summer's crush.
- No crowds: aires, campsites and destinations are quiet.
- Cheaper than high season.
- Long days: more daylight hours to enjoy (and to charge the panels).
Spring destinations
- Blossom: the Jerte Valley with its cherry trees in bloom (Extremadura), the fields of inland Castile, the almond trees of the Levante and Mallorca.
- The south: Andalusia is glorious in spring, before the heat: the coast, the cities, the mountains.
- The interior: Castile and León, Extremadura, with their cities and nature free of crowds.
- The Levante: coves and coastline with weather already great for the beach.
Tips for spring camper travel
- Changeable weather: it can be warm by day and cool at night, with the odd shower; pack layers and a rain jacket.
- Nature running full: ideal for waterfalls and rivers, but take care in snowmelt areas.
- Make the most of the blossom, which doesn't last long: check the dates.
- Allergies: if you're sensitive to pollen, bear the season in mind.
In summary
Spring is one of the best seasons for the camper: nature in bloom, good weather, calm and low prices, with long days. The step you can take today: plan a getaway to a blossom area (the cherry trees of the Jerte, the almond trees of the Levante) or south before the heat arrives; you'll discover one of the most beautiful, quietest sides of motorhome travel. Combine it with routes through Spain.
