Cycling and wild-camping in Europe as of next week... anyone want to share some of the route?

[Schteffaknee]

Hi there, I'm about to leave on a solo tour of Europe starting in Holland and going through Northern Belgium, West Germany, Southern France and Northern Spain. The route is flexible ( I may actually find I haven't done enough planning, how much planning is too much? How much is not enough??!) I may also find that I prefer cycling with company so this is just a shout out really to see if anyone will be in the same areas and up for an adventure?
I will probably do 40/50 miles a day but have plenty of rest stops if in nice areas.
I'm hoping to find a bit of internet access as I go so do get in touch if you want to join in/ find out more
Steph

 

[snorri]

Good Luck, minimal planning is good, just follow the road that looks interesting.
Tip, ....You do know it might not be a good start to wild camp in The Netherlands?

 

[Schteffaknee]

Thanks Great to hear some support for minimal planning especially at this late stage! I've heard its illegal to wild camp in Holland but I have also found this:
http://travellingtwo.com/5233
and have printed maps of a few locations so hopefully it will work out

 

[MarkF]

Good Luck, minimal planning is good, just follow the road that looks interesting.

Yes, I don't plan anything other than a start and finish point, freedom! How far are you intending to go in Northern Spain? Asturias is beautiful!

Good luck Steph.

 

[steveindenmark]

No. It is only illegal if you get caught. How will the local police find you if you nip behind a hedge and put your tent up?

You do not need much planning to ride a bike in a Southerly direction.

Steve

 

[Schteffaknee]

Thanks for the encouragement everyone much appreciated!
Yeah I might check out Asturias - thanks for the tip Mark!