Begin your Brussels road trip in the city of Brussels itself, a bustling capital famous for its beer and chocolate. Popular with culture vultures, foodies and historians alike, Brussels' highlights can be explored in just two days, but once you’ve scratched the surface of this small city with a big attitude, you might find it hard to leave.

Sampling the local beer and tucking into fine chocolate is a great way to spend a day in the city, but there’s a lot more on offer, including over 90 museums, a wealth of bustling bars and tropical botanical gardens that are well worth a stroll.

Don’t forget to swing by the 14th-century Gothic cathedral 'Notre Dame Du Sablon' to soak up the local history, culture and architecture. Don’t worry — the bars will still be waiting for you afterwards!

Continue your campervan road trip west of Brussels along the E40, and you’ll eventually end up in the smaller city of Ghent — a port and university town that’s become a proper cultural hub.

As one of Belgium’s oldest cities you’ll be greeted by wonderful architecture and historic buildings, all of which contrast with the modern bars and trendy nightclubs that bring endless entertainment to the resident students and passing tourists.

When it comes to exploring Ghent, history buffs should head north to admire medieval buildings while the adventurous soak up the sights along the winding paths by the canals. Alternatively, if you’re after a culture-filled morning then add the Ghent Museum of Fine Arts to your to‑do list.

Don’t leave Ghent without trying a hearty portion of fries with mayonnaise and stew gravy – a traditional dish that tastes a lot better than you’d expect.

Home to picturesque cobbled streets, winding canals, and plenty of beer bars, the capital of West Flanders has long been a popular stop on Brussels itineraries. It’s not just Bruges’ medieval buildings and fairytale design that’s drawing people in.

The city also boasts numerous food markets, glorious gardens, and more museums than you can shake a stick at — there’s even a museum dedicated to chips.

Whether you choose to explore the city on foot, by bike, or by boat along the canals, you’re in for a treat. If you’re here on a Wednesday, head straight for Brugge Markt, a weekly produce market that’s been running for decades. If flora and fauna are more your thing, stroll through Minnewater Park in the afternoon and check out the Lover’s Bridge.

End your Brussels road trip in the charming seaside town of Ostend, located just west of Bruges on one of the country's most beautiful coastlines. Famous for its soft sandy beach and fantastic seafood, many add Ostend to their Brussels itinerary to enjoy fresh mussels and prawns and to attend one of a string of cultural festivals held in the city.

If you can ignore the high-rise apartment blocks that line Oostende Beach, we recommend you head straight for the sand and take a dip in the North Sea. Your final two days on this epic Brussels road trip should be spent sunbathing on the beach, cycling along coastal paths, and sampling fresh seafood (try ‘prawn croquettes’) in the town centre.

At the end of your time in Ostend, head back to our Brussels depot to drop off your campervan!