Spring might have arrived on the calendar, but the current weather in Greece clearly would not favor road trips. Despite this, the warming effects of the Spring sun rays will eventually start to be felt, sooner or later. Travel site Europeanbestdestinations.com compiled a list of the best regions in Europe for travelers to embark on a road trip, with the Greek region of Epirus featuring.

Located in the northwest of the country, Epirus boasts unparalleled natural scenery, even for a country famous for its iconic postcard-like views, like Greece.

Bursting with greenery and set in incredibly rugged mountainous landscapes, the lush region is the perfect choice for a road trip. Spring and summer are ideal and outside the rainy season, as the roads can be perilous. Arta, the quaint town, the beautiful seaside resorts of Preveza, Thesprotia, and the capital of Ioannina, are just some of the places a visitor should explore. However, the jewel on the crown has to be the exquisite mountains of Zagori. Breathtaking canyons and gorges will captivate any traveler.

You can also visit the monasteries of Meteora. This road trip in the Epirus region is the best way to get off the beaten track and discover new landscapes.

“For a perfect and affordable trip, we advise you to book your accommodation at the best price in Greece as well as your best activities and tours, such as a holy monasteries tour in Meteora or a 8 day hiking in Zagoria,” the site notes.

Vikos Gorge   

Other must-visit places included in the list of top ten are Catalonia in Spain, and the Portuguese coast looking out to the Atlantic Ocean. Portugal occupies another spot on the list with the archipelago of Madeira, comprising 4 islands off the northwest coast of Africa.

Catalonia

Portugal coast

Madeira, Portugal

If you love the vast beauty of the sea, also visit Norway in the north of Europe and take a car across the Atlantic Road.

Atlantic Road, Norway

Tuscany in the north of Italy also makes the list, with its medieval towns and warm colors. The iconic Amalfi Coast is another Italian entry on the list.

Tuscany, Italy

Amalfi Coast, Italy

The Balkans also features, with the town of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as Montenegro. The romantic road trip, passing through the villages of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Augsburg, Landsberg and Nördlingen is also recommended.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Montenegro

Finally, Ibiza, a place known for its wild parties, also makes the cut, as the island is a destination of unspoiled nature and stunning landscapes worth discovering on a road trip.

Ibiza, Spain