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Last Updated:<\/strong> 5\/25\/23 | May 25th, 2023<\/p>\n

Backpacking Europe<\/a> is still one of my favorite things to do as a traveler. There isn\u2019t a year I don\u2019t criss-cross the continent (except 2020 when no one was crossing Europe). <\/p>\n

During the summer, hostels burst with life, the Mediterranean sparkles, streets fill with people slowly drinking wine and enjoy the day, and the late night setting sun leads to long wonderous days. Winter brings Christmas markets, skiing, fewer crowds, and lower prices! And Spring and Fall bring the right mix of people, temperatures, and prices that make these two my favorite seasons to travel Europe. <\/p>\n

Since starting this website in 2008, I\u2019ve written a lot<\/em> of posts on Europe. I visit Europe multiple times a year, have been all over the continent, lived there on multiple occasions, and even run tours there<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With so much content on the blog, I wanted to create a resource page that will help you plan your backpacking trip to Europe with ease. That way you don\u2019t miss anything! In this post, you\u2019ll find all my best resources on planning a backpacking or budget trip to Europe, including destination guides, transportation tips, accommodation information, ways to meet people, and so much more!<\/p>\n

So, without further ado, here\u2019s everything you could ever want to know about backpacking Europe:<\/p>\n

Step 1: Plan Your Backpacking Europe Trip <\/span><\/h3>\n

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How to Save for Your Trip<\/a> \u2013 Is money stopping you from taking the trip of your dreams? Here are 22 easy ways to cut down on your daily expenses so you can save money to backpack Europe.<\/p>\n

How to Find a Cheap Flight<\/a> \u2013 Getting to Europe can be half the challenge. Luckily, there are a ton of flight deals to the continent now if you know when and how to look for them. This article will show you how to always get a cheap flight to Europe.<\/p>\n

How to Earn Points for Free Flights and Hotel Stays<\/a> \u2013 Free travel is my favorite kind of travel! This post shows you eight strategies I use to get over a million frequent flier points. These will get you out of your house faster, cheaper, and in comfort!<\/p>\n

How to (Legally) Stay in Europe for More Than 90 Days<\/a> \u2013 Every year, thousands of travelers wonder how they can stay in Europe for more than 90 days, which is the limit in the Schengen Zone. The good news is that there are a few different ways to stay. In this post, I share what you can do to stay legally beyond 90 days and on the continent in general.<\/p>\n

How to Avoid Paying ATM Fees <\/a> \u2013 You should never have to pay any bank fees while you are accessing your money in Europe! Here is my advice on how to avoid bank fees as your backpacking Europe.<\/p>\n

Is Europe Safe to Visit?<\/a> \u2013 Here is how to ensure you stay safe while traveling across the continent.
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Step 2: Get Your Gear for Backpacking Europe<\/span><\/h3>\n

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What to Pack for Your Trip<\/a> \u2013 What should you pack on your trip? Well, there is no one right answer, but this list will give you a good place to start. It\u2019s what I take on my trips with me (though you\u2019ll need to make some seasonal variations, I\u2019m sure!).<\/p>\n

The Ultimate Packing List for Female Travelers<\/a> \u2013 In this post, Kristin Addis shares her packing insights for women, so that you can travel just about anywhere without spending a fortune on gear.<\/p>\n

How to Buy Good Travel Insurance<\/a> \u2013 Travel insurance is one of the most important things you\u2019ll need for your trip. You wouldn\u2019t have a car without car insurance or a home without home insurance, and you can\u2019t have a trip without travel insurance!<\/p>\n

The Best Travel Cameras<\/a> \u2013 Wondering what kind of camera you should get for your trip? This post will show you exactly what you need \u2014 no matter your budget!
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Step 3: How to Get Amazing Accommodation in Europe<\/span><\/h3>\n

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How to Find a Good Hostel<\/a> \u2013 This article features my best tips on how to find an affordable, clean, and fun hostel where you can meet a lot of amazing people.<\/p>\n

The Best Hostels in Europe<\/a> \u2013 This is a list of European hostels that I would definitely use again if I have the chance. Hope this helps with your next European backpacking adventure!<\/p>\n

How to Become a House Sitter<\/a> \u2013 This is a how-to guide to house-sitting, a wonderful opportunity that allows you to stay in a location rent free in exchange for watching someone\u2019s house.<\/p>\n

For more budget accommodation suggestion, check out my hostel hub page<\/a>. It has all my favorite hostels around Europe!<\/p>\n

And to find out where to stay in each city, visit my list of the best neighborhoods in Europe!<\/a>
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Step 4: Get Around Europe on the Cheap<\/span><\/h3>\n

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The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money with Eurail Passes<\/a> \u2013 Everyone traveling to Europe wonders if they will save money by buying a rail pass or if it\u2019s cheaper to buy tickets as they go. This detailed post outlines everything you need to know buying a rail pass!
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Step 5: Save Money While Backpacking Europe<\/span><\/h3>\n

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How to Use the Sharing Economy to Save Money<\/a> \u2013 The rise of the sharing economy has made backpacking Europe so much easier and cheaper. This post lists all my favorite ridesharing, house sharing local meeting websites so you can get off the tourist trail and experience day-to-day life with locals!<\/p>\n

61 Tips to Make You the Savviest Traveler<\/a> \u2013 These 61 travel tips will help you become an expert traveler who gets around Europe cheaper, better, longer, and smarter!<\/p>\n

14 Major Travel Scams to Avoid<\/a> \u2013 Losing money to a preventable travel scam sucks. Learn what scams to look out for in Europe and save yourself a potential headache!
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Step 6: Find Out What to See and Do in Europe<\/span><\/h3>\n

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I have over 100 guides to places in Europe! Everything you ever need to know about where you are going can be found in these articles! <\/p>\n

In addition to the country guides above, I\u2019ve created tons of cool itineraries for cities all around Europe. You can find my best Europe itineraries here!<\/a><\/p>\n

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This massive resource list will help you plan your trip to Europe in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step pattern so you won\u2019t get lost, overspend, or stress out about your upcoming dream trip. Europe<\/a> is one of my favorite regions of the world (which is why I spend so much time there). There\u2019s so much variety in food, culture, and language, as well as so much history. I love the continent and hope you use these tips to plan your ultimate backpacking adventure in Europe!<\/p>\n

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