Campervan Hire in Belarus? A Dream for a Free Belarus
This page is not an invitation to travel to Belarus. On the contrary: Due to the dictatorship under Lukashenka and its complicity in the war against Ukraine, Campcruisers strongly advises against all travel to Belarus. We will not engage in any business relationships with this country or its state actors under the current circumstances. This page exists for one reason only: to express our solidarity with the oppressed people of Belarus and our hope for a future where this beautiful country, with its forests, lakes, and rich culture, can be explored in freedom and democracy. We dream of the day a road trip through a free Belarus is possible.
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Our Stance: Why We Advise Against Travel to Belarus
At Campcruisers, we believe that travelling by campervan represents freedom, self-determination, and cultural exchange. These values are incompatible with the reality in today's Belarus. The regime under Alexander Lukashenka oppresses its own people, falsifies elections, imprisons and tortures political opponents, and actively supports the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine.
Any travel undertaken in these circumstances not only poses incalculable risks to travellers themselves but also indirectly supports an inhuman regime. Visa fees and tourism spending flow into the state coffers of a dictatorship. Therefore, it is clear to us: As long as the people of Belarus are not free, as long as democracy and the rule of law do not prevail, we will not offer or recommend travel there. Our thoughts are with the brave democratic movement and all who fight for a free Belarus.
Dream Routes for a Free Belarus of the Future
We cannot and will not recommend any travel routes for Belarus today. But we can dream of how beautiful such a journey will be one day when the country is free. These dream routes are an expression of our hope.
🚐 Tour 1: The Route of Freedom – From Minsk to the Castles
One day, this tour will begin in a free capital city of Minsk, its wide avenues and parks filled with laughing people. From there, the journey will lead to the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Mir Castle Complex with its Gothic towers and the impressive Radziwiłł residence in Nesvizh. In a future where culture can breathe freely, these places will tell their rich history, not one of oppression.
🏞️ Tour 2: The Tour of Untouched Nature – Lakes and Forests
In a free Belarus, this route will wind through the breathtaking landscape of the Braslav Lakes District, a labyrinth of over 300 clear lakes. One will be able to park a campervan on a lake shore, enjoy the silence, and observe the incredible biodiversity. The journey will continue into the Białowieża Forest (Belovezhskaya Pushcha), one of the last primeval forests in Europe, which can then be shared without fear with the free Polish part of the park.
Getting to Belarus: A Clear Advisory Against Travel
We must be unequivocal at this point: Do not travel to Belarus.
- Political Situation: The country is ruled by a dictatorship closely allied with Russia. The political situation is unstable and unpredictable.
- Security Risks: Foreign nationals can be subject to arbitrary arrests and checks. Consular protection may not be guaranteed.
- Closed Borders: Many border crossings to the EU neighbouring countries of Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia are closed or subject to the strictest controls. Entry or exit can become impossible at any time.
- Ethical Reasons: As previously mentioned, any travel supports the current regime.
The only path to Belarus we wish to imagine is the path to a democratic and peaceful future.
The Cuisine of Belarus: A Taste of Hope
Belarusian culture and its cuisine are rich and deserve to be shared in a world without fear. We look forward to the day when one can travel freely through the country and experience the hospitality of its people. Then, dishes like Draniki (potato pancakes), hearty Borscht, and Kalduny (stuffed dumplings) can be enjoyed not as a quiet refuge, but as an expression of a vibrant and free culture.
Camping in Belarus: The Reality Under a Dictatorship
The concept of free and independent camping with a campervan, which is based on trust, openness, and personal freedom, is unthinkable in a surveillance state like today's Belarus. A functioning, safe, and free infrastructure for independent travellers does not exist.
We hope for a future where beautiful campsites and pitches are established along the scenic roads and lakes of Belarus, run by free people for free people.