Is it better to buy maps in U.S. or wait until arriving in Europe? We're taking GPS with European maps loaded but think we need a paper map to study also. RS said the rental car maps are not the best. Arriving in Frankfurt and driving around Germany and later in Tuscany. Thanks in advance to anyone who can provide some advice. Kyle
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Genesee, ID
1840 posts
Michelin maps are sold here in the States by several places, sometimes AAA, sometimes Amazon. If I really knew what I was talking about I would say Michelin maps are the best.
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
Doesn't really matter if you buy in the US or here. Michelin maps aren't as widely available in Germany as in some other European countries, but the ADAC maps they sell here are just as good.
Posted by
Auburn, Alabama
1064 posts
Go online to the viaMichellin site, where you can view and print out maps for the areas you will be visiting. That can save some money but the advantage is that you can start planning immediately without leaving the house.
Posted by
OP
Richmond, Virginia, USA
116 posts
Monte, Tom and Roy, Thanks so much for responding. Will be helpful in getting maps for our trip. Kyle
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Lawrenceville, Georgia
693 posts
Bookstores (Barnes & Noble) also sell the maps.