10 weeks in Europe next spring/summer

[pluc99]

Ah okay, that's really handy to know. I've been checking out national holidays and noticed Ascension Day and Pentecost aren't public holidays in Italy, so thought it might be a good place to be around those dates. But I guess a lot of people will be travelling, so we won't really be able to avoid that and might have to plan a bit ahead around those dates, regardless of where we go.

You should also try to avoid the major tunnels (St. Gotthard, Mont Blanc, Frejus) going into Italy on weekends and on days surrounding holidays. The Simplon (Sempione) pass is always a good choice (except in a snow storm) and is open all year. The Gd Saint Bernard tunnel is usually pretty good as well.

 

[G&Ts]

You should also try to avoid the major tunnels (St. Gotthard, Mont Blanc, Frejus) going into Italy on weekends and on days surrounding holidays. The Simplon (Sempione) pass is always a good choice (except in a snow storm) and is open all year. The Gd Saint Bernard tunnel is usually pretty good as well.

Thanks @pluc99 - we'll take note of this.

So much helpful advice on here