Euro Truck Simulator 2is probably one of the most self-explanatory titles for a video game. It’s asimulation game about drivingacross Europe in a truck, nothing more, nothing less. But the details that the game provides to immerse you in its world are simply marvelous. A great example of that is the game’s driving physics. A 20-ton semi-truck drives, handles, brakes, and crashes like a vehicle of that size would in real life. You’ll feel the excitement, tension, and anxiety of transporting your truck carrying a million dollars worth of heavy industrial machinery.
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Additionally, the game also recreates the amazing driving routes across Europe. So you can immerse yourself in the continent’s beautifully diverse landscape. The ETS routes mentioned on this list will take you from long stretches of highways and crowded small towns to coastal roads and countryside.
10Calais To Marseilles
Stretched across a distance of 741 miles, this is a journey through the beautiful French countryside, taking you past picturesque villages and towns, as well as along the Mediterranean coast. You will also likely encounter heavy traffic jams in Calais. So experienced drivers will have a lot of fun putting their skills to the test.
The route offers a diverse range of landscapes, including rolling hills, vineyards, and coastal views. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to drive through historic towns like Nimes as well as the bustling port city of Marseilles. This route is perfect for those who want an engaging driving experience.
9Oslo To Bergen
Two words that best describe this route are “epic scenery.” You begin from Oslo, the capital of Norway, and it is filled with eye-pleasing scenery. From red houses placed across rivers to train bridges passing below your overpass, Oslo is a beautiful location, even without mods.
The starting location will have you climbing up the hills, so it’s best to choose a decently powerful truck to easily carry the load. Go with either a Scania or a Volvo, especially carrying a heavy load. Several tunnels will also appear towards the end of your journey so that’s another really cool thing about this route.
8Bacău To Craiova
If you like trucking but don’t like driving on highways then this route is for you. It will take you across Romania through dense forests and mountains. Most of the time, you’ll be driving through small towns and curvy roads surrounded by hills.
Experienced players will face no problems, but if you’re still new to virtual trucking then avoid carrying two trailers at once on this route. There are some unique things like a roadside tent, an old church, and much more. You’ll also go down hills several times on this route, so it’s best to practice your braking skills beforehand as well.
7Zurich To Milan
This is another scenic route that offers a decent mix of driving through hills and countryside. Just like on the road through Romania, you will find a lot of curvy roads on this route as well. Additionally, you’ll also get to see the Italian countryside consisting of small valleys nestled between hills.
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Speaking of hills, this route will have you climbing up and down them and going through tunnels multiple times to deliver your precious cargo. And the surrounding scenery is sure to keep you looking left and right throughout the journey. This route is a must-try for anyone who wishes to visit the Italian countryside one day.
6Rotterdam To Frankfurt
Sometimes all you need to clear your mind out is a nice relaxing drive on the highway. The route from Rotterdam to Frankfurt mostly consists of freeway driving. It won’t take a long time for you to complete this route either as you can finish it in around half an hour.
Since most of the driving takes you through the highway, expect a decent amount of traffic as well. But the journey does not consist of only straight roads, as you will have to take several turns and exits. There’s a good chance you’ll see some cool vintage German cars along the way, making your journey even better.
5Portugal To Estonia
This is for the long haulers or for anyone else who wants to relax on the weekend and go on a Euro trip. The route begins from Lisbon in Portugal and goes all the way to Estonia. Along the way, you’ll go through Spain, France, Belgium, Germany, Poland, and Lithuania.
The entire route is around 2485 miles long and requires three hours of driving for completion. Long routes like these are one of the main reasons why this game is so popular. If you’re someone who wants to sit down and think for a long time but isn’t able to focus, then playing this route will probably help you the most.
4Innsbruck To Klagenfurt
There are a lot of beautiful locations in the Austrian countryside. And the Innsbruck - Klagenfurt route is among them. The location is filled with green, lush grasslands and small yet bustling cities.
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The route mostly consists of highway driving, so you can easily tow long cargo containers. You’ll hardly encounter any serious elevation, so feel free to take any truck you want along for the ride. Also, remember to take screenshots of the picturesque mountain as you cross the last toll and enter Villach.
3Copenhagen To Malmö
This route will take you through the Danish and Swedish countryside. Malmö is an important historic town with open-air bars, but there’s one more reason why you want to visit this location i.e. The world-famous Öresund bridge, a freeway bridge that connects Denmark and Sweden.
The bridge is famous for its underwater tunnel which connects to an artificial Island and joins the two countries together. In the game, it looks just as majestic and is a perfect sight for anyone who loves bridges.
2Galați To Constanta
Many people do not know this but Euro Truck Simulator 2 is more than a decade old at this point. The dedication of its developer, SCS software, to continually add new features to the game is outstanding. Second only to the Hello Games for their title,No Man’s Sky.
Thus, with the Black Road DLC, game developers added a ferry cutscene that plays whenever you cross the Danube river. It plays for a short time but for every fan of this game, it is a visual treat. If you’re looking to experience this go from Galați to Constanta and along the way you’ll find the ferry.
1Austrian Alps To Grossglockner
Climbing up the Austrian Alps is a dream for many. Somewant to do it in a German sports carwhile others in a 20-ton truck. Thankfully, you can easily do the latter in this game, and considering how awesome it is, you definitely should.
Going up the Austrian Alps is a challenging yet amazing experience. And when you finally reach Grossglockner point, you’re rewarded with a spectacular view of the place. Surrounded by mountains, it is one of the best locations in the game. Lastly, descending is also a pretty fun experience.
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