In 2013, I bought my 1981 Volkswagen T3 Westfalia Camper — or Bulli, as we call it in the German-speaking world. Since then, it has taken me on countless road trips and into all kinds of unexpected encounters. Wherever I go, the Bulli seems to trigger a bit of nostalgia. People start talking about their own memories, old road trips, or the Volkswagen they once had. Kids press their faces against the windows when they pass me, and Bulli drivers wave to each other on the road. Of course, owning one also means accepting that there is always something to repair — and having a good mechanic is almost as important as having a good travel plan. But once you get in and hit the road, it’s Easy Rider time: just drive, stop wherever you like, spend the night under the stars, and enjoy the freedom of the road.
