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Dog Friendly Trips In Europe
Almost 70% of Brits plan their holiday around their dog’s needs. Finding the most dog-friendly country in Europe can be challenging, so we’ve done the research to make travelling with pets simple.

Travelling with dogs needn’t be rough! Here’s our paw-approved guide to top pet-friendly destinations and accommodations within reach of P&O Ferry ports.
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Dog-Friendly places to visit with P&O Ferries

Best dog-friendly short breaks

Almost 70% of Brits plan their holiday around their dog’s needs. Finding the most dog-friendly country in Europe can be challenging, so we’ve done the research to make travelling with pets simple.

Travelling with dogs needn’t be rough! Here’s our paw-approved guide to top pet-friendly destinations and accommodations within reach of P&O Ferry ports.

Best dog-friendly short breaks:

  • Paris – France is great for dog road trips, including Calais, Nantes, and Strasbourg.

  • Bruges – 40% of residents own dogs; Hull 36%; Liverpool 31%.

  • Ghent – #1 for dog-related Instagram hashtags, followed by Prague and Lisbon.

Pet lounge Dover to Calais
Finding the Best Dog-Friendly Places to Visit

Top European dog-friendly destinations:

  • France – Paris, Calais, Nantes, Strasbourg

  • Netherlands – Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Hook of Holland

  • Ireland – Galway, Dublin

  • Northern Ireland – Belfast, Causeway Coast

  • Scotland – Edinburgh, Isle of Mull, Glasgow

  • Belgium – Ghent, Bruges, Brussels

These cities feature parks, beaches, walking routes, and outdoor activities suitable for dogs.

Travelling with Dogs on P&O Ferries

Pet lounges provide a space for relaxing with your dog, while dog-friendly cabins are available on longer crossings. With convenient ferry routes from the UK to Europe, it’s easy to reach top destinations. Bring your vehicle for multi-destination dog-friendly road trips.

Find out more about travelling with a pet and book direct for the best prices.

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Paw-pproved! The Most Dog-Friendly Places to Go with P&O Ferries

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Paw-pproved Dog Friendly Holidays in Europe
Paris – Rating 5/5

Paris ranks #1 for dog-friendly restaurants (211) and parks (421). With 886 dog-friendly hotels and easy ferry access via P&O, Paris is perfect for a pooch-friendly break.

Brussels – Rating 4.8/5

52 dog-friendly restaurants, cafes, and bars. #1 in vets per sq mile (185). Accessible via ferry to Rotterdam or Calais.

Berlin – Rating 3.9/5

2,500 dog-friendly parks, 623 dog-friendly hotels. Accessible via Hull to Rotterdam ferry.

Calais – Rating 3.9/5

11 daily ferry crossings from Dover. 1.1 dog-friendly camping grounds per sq mile.

Nantes – Rating 3.8/5

0.7 dog-friendly restaurants, 1.7 dog-friendly hotels per sq mile. Reachable via Dover to Calais ferry (~6.5-hour drive).

Ghent – Rating 3.7/5

Picturesque medieval city with many dog-friendly hotels. #1 city for dog-related Instagram hashtags. Accessible via Dover to Calais ferry (~2-hour drive).

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Paw-pproved Dog Friendly Holidays in the UK
Hull – Rating 4.2/5

36% of residents share homes with dogs. Hull ranks #1 for dog-friendly camping sites (2.8 per sq mile). Stay in dog-friendly hotels or book cabins on overnight ferries from Rotterdam.

Brighton & Hove – Rating 4.1/5

#1 city for dog population. 0.7 pooch-friendly eateries per sq mile; 2.5 pet-friendly hotels per sq mile. Accessible via Dover port.

Liverpool – Rating 4/5

31% of households own a dog. Many pet-friendly places to stay, ideal for campervan holidays or road trips.

Cardiff – Rating 3.6/5

134 dog-friendly camping sites (1.5 per sq mile). ~5-hour drive from Dover port.

London – Rating 3.5/5

3,000 parks, 31,000 dog-related Instagram hashtags. Enjoy walks in Mayfair, parks, and squares.

Want to go camping with your dog? Hull has 123 dog-friendly camping sites; Brighton & Hove offers 77. Tip: Book a ferry from the UK to Europe with your dog early to guarantee a seamless holiday.


Plan Ahead For Your Dog Friendly Trip In Europe

Book dog-friendly cabins or pet lounges on the ferry to keep your pup safe and comfortable.

1. Pack Essentials

  • Food & water bowls

  • Favourite toy & bedding

  • Leash, harness & waste bags

  • Medications

2. Keep Your Dog Active

Schedule short walks and allow your dog to explore parks, trails, or outdoor cafés in dog-friendly destinations.

3. Choose the Right Stops

Cities like Paris, Amsterdam, Ghent, and Bruges have plenty of dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, and parks.

4. Health & Safety

Check vaccinations, ferry pet rules, and never leave your dog unattended in a vehicle.

5. Balance Fun & Relaxation

Mix sightseeing with downtime. Let your dog rest while you enjoy the ferry or plan walks and city adventures.


Dog Friendly Holidays FAQs

1 How did we work out our paw-pproval scores?

We looked at all the best pet-friendly destinations and cities to visit in Europe via P&O Ferries and used 8 different criteria to determine which destinations offer the most for dogs, and of course, their human counterparts too!

The criteria we looked at included:

  • No of dog ownership

  • No of dog-friendly hotels x sq mile

  • No of dog-friendly restaurants x sq mile

  • No of dog-friendly camping sites x sq mile

  • No of vets x sq mile

  • No of parks

  • No of Instagram hashtags

We then totalled these metrics to give a final paw-pproval score out of 5.

Now you have read our dog-friendly travel guide, why not start your travel planning to visit some of the best dog-friendly places to travel by booking your P&O Ferry and Pet Lounges* now, so both you and your pooch can have a relaxing and stress-free start and finish to your dog-friendly holiday.


2 Is France dog-friendly?
From our study, we found that France is dog-friendly, and cities such as Paris and Nantes are among the most dog-friendly in Europe, especially for camping. There are also plenty of dog-friendly hotels in France to keep yourself and your pooch pampered and relaxed so you fully enjoy your trip away.
3 Is Amsterdam dog-friendly?
Amsterdam is another pet-friendly destination.  With many dog-friendly hotels in Amsterdam, visiting multiple locations across Holland is easy. Amsterdam is also a perfect place to relax before exploring other dog-friendly European cities. Enjoy taking plenty of scenic walks and visiting multiple cafes and restaurants that both suit you and your furry friend.
4 Is Belgium dog-friendly?

Belgium is another beautiful, dog-friendly country in Europe. With endless dog-friendly hotels in Europe, the dog-friendly hotels in Belgium offer great places for you and your pooch to stay to relax, so you can be ready to explore the next part of your trip.

 

Don’t miss out on the dog-friendly hotels in Bruges, and the dog-friendly attractions around to enjoy your trip to the fullest. Book your ferry to Calais or Rotterdam now and enjoy a short drive to Belgium to fully experience the dog-friendly cities of Europe.


5 Is Europe dog-friendly?
Europe is a very dog-friendly continent, with lots of dog-friendly city breaks available; the options are endless. With endless dog-friendly hotels in Europe, booking your dog-friendly holiday is now easier than ever. Whether you want a quick family day trip to Calais or want to go on a European road trip, at P&O Ferries, our pet-friendly ferries make it as easy as possible to travel around Europe with your furry friend.