Overview

An inspirational and practical guide to 25 brilliant dog-friendly holidays on the continent. HOLIDAYS ARE BETTER WHEN YOUR DOG CAN COME TOO. This inspiring guide is packed with brilliant ideas for dog-friendly adventures across Europe. Featuring 25 unforgettable holidays in France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. But it’s not just about where dogs are allowed – it’s about the places they’ll love as much as you do – think vineyard strolls through Portugal’s Douro Valley, steam train rides through Germany’s mountains, sniffing out sausages in Spain and soaking up the architectural wonders of Barcelona. Each chapter centres on a ‘bucket list’ destination, with thoughtfully handpicked recommendations for the best places to stay, sights to visit, local dishes to try and the best spots to enjoy them – all guaranteed to welcome you and your four-legged friend with open arms. With gorgeous photos, practical planning advice and plenty of detail about enclosed gardens, off-lead areas and year-round dog-friendly beaches, this book will give you the confidence to go further, with your best friend by your side every step of the way. So pack the treats and the travel bowls – it’s time for the trip of a lifetime with your pup.

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Author:   Lottie Gross
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Conway
Dimensions:   Width: 15.40cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.673kg
ISBN:  

9781844867042

ISBN 10:   1844867048
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   12 March 2026
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Introduction How to use this book Dogs on tour: what you need to know before you go Getting onto the continent from the UK Driving vs public transport Accommodation etiquette for dogs Camping with dogs How to pack like a pro for your dog Being responsible abroad The dog-friendly phrasebook 1 Find bliss on the beaches of northern France 2 Adventure on the islands and beaches of Brittany 3 Cycling, sea and sand in the Netherlands 4 Eat your way around the pintxos bars of San Sebastian 5 Live like French kings and queens in the Loire Valley 6 Take in city and scenery in Wallonia 7 Ride steam trains and hit the mountain trails in Germany 8 Watch the human towers of Catalunya 9 Cruise the canals for coastal fun in the south of France 10 Go urban hiking in the German capital 11 Cities, swimming and spectacular scenery in eastern Germany 12 Explore rails and trails in the Alentejo 13 Tour the terraced vineyards of the Douro 14 See spectacular architecture in the Catalan capital 15 Sun yourself on the beaches of the Costa Brava 16 Take a Baltic beach break in northern Germany 17 Explore the Christmas markets of Lake Geneva 18 Go snowshoeing in the French Alps 19 Take the train to the top of Europe 20 Hike otherworldly landscapes in the south of France 21 See city and summits in the striking Dolomites 22 Sun, sand and a side of culture in Italy 23 Take a tour of quintessential English countryside 24 Walk in the footsteps of giants on the Northern Irish coast 25 Go beach hopping in the Scottish Highlands and islands

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Lottie Gross is a travel writer and dog lover who has spent a number of years dragging her dogs along on adventures for work. She has written for The Telegraph, The Times, the Independent, the i paper, DK, Rough Guides, Lonely Planet, and many more. She regularly speaks at dog events such as DogFest and Dogstival, and on radio and television for the BBC and ITV. She is the author of the Bradt guide Dog-Friendly Weekends (2022) and the Bloomsbury book Dog Days Out (2024). @lottiecgross

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