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Whether you’re a professional photographer, an amateur, or somewhere in between, capturing photos can be one of the most thrilling parts of travel. Europe, with its diverse landscapes, offers endless opportunities for stunning photos. But which European road trips provide the best photo opportunities?
To find out the most scenic locations for a European road trip, the money team at Compare the Market analysed the number of road trip-related Instagram hashtags for some of the most visited countries in Europe. As part of a wider study, the team also analysed factors like fuel costs, dining out expenses, sunshine hours, and traffic to determine the most affordable locations.
The top 10 most Instagrammable road trips in Europe
| Rank | Country | Number of Instagram Posts |
| 1 | United Kingdom | 43,944 |
| 2 | Italy | 39,493 |
| 3 | Norway | 27,030 |
| 4 | France | 17,038 |
| 5 | Portugal | 15,351 |
| 6 | Spain | 15,041 |
| 7 | Croatia | 7,371 |
| 8 | Germany | 4,920 |
| 9 | Turkey | 4,235 |
| 10 | Sweden | 3,659 |
Here are some key findings:
- The United Kingdom ranks as the top country for a scenic road trip, with 43,944 Instagram posts tagged ‘#UKroadtrip’.
- Italy comes in second with 39,493 posts, followed by Norway with 27,030.
- Sweden closes the top 10 with over 3,600 posts tagged #Swedenroadtrip.
