# by the ways: Road Trip Planner — route planner, maps, camping

> Road trip planner for discovering unique stops and hidden gems along routes. (iPhone/iPad app by Johannes Berding.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/by-the-ways-road-trip-planner/id1553515608 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Johannes Berding](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553515610)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.2 · 139 MB
- Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
- Released: 2023-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/by-the-ways-road-trip-planner/id1553515608/reviews.md

## What is by the ways?

Enter where you want to start and finish your trip, then discover amazing stops along your route. Try out our most advanced "search along the route" that makes millions of hidden gems visible for you in seconds. This tool is perfect for road trip fans, car travelers, RVer... and anyone who wants to experience more.

BEFORE THE TRIP: BUILD YOUR ROUTE
Explore routes of several 100 kilometers in no time. Enter your starting point and destination and be surprised how many interesting stops await you along the way.

PLACES OFF THE BEATEN PATH 
Discover hidden sights, cafés or accommodations, that only few tourists know about - most of them only a few minutes away from the highway. We've already unlocked millions of places for you in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Denmark. (Coming soon to all of Europe.)

FILTER BY TRAVEL TIME
We show you not only where a detour is worthwhile, but also how much time you need for the detour. You can filter stops by actual travel time (e.g. max. 10 minutes drive).

FOR FAMILIES WHO LOVE TO TRAVEL
While travelling with kids, you'll take many breaks. Instead of a rest stop at a service station - how about an adventure playground or a picnic with a view? by the ways shows you family-friendly stops that are often only 5 minutes away from your route.

ALSO WORKS WITH GOOGLE MAPS & CO.
Once you have found a stop, send the location to your favourite navigation tool - with just one click. And off you go on your adventure. 

Imprint (German): https://www.bytheways.io/impressum
Privacy Policy (German): https://www.bytheways.io/datenschutz
Terms of Use: https://www.bytheways.io/agb
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Discover hidden stops along routes
- Search along the route functionality
- Filter stops by detour travel time
- Find family-friendly locations
- Send locations to other navigation apps
- Millions of places unlocked in select countries

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| by the ways Monthly | $3.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/by-the-ways-road-trip-planner/id1553515608/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Application instable

*2024-03-31*

Ne vaut pas du tout le coût !  Fait par des amateurs.

### 5/5 — Worth every cent

*2023-04-13*

Love how local it is to my area and impressed by how optimised it is for my itinerary from location to destination!

## Frequently asked questions about by the ways

### What is by the ways?

by the ways is a road trip planner that helps you discover unique stops and hidden gems along your routes. It allows you to find points of interest, cafes, and accommodations, with options to filter by detour time and family-friendliness.

### What countries are currently supported by by the ways?

Currently, by the ways has unlocked millions of places in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Denmark. The app plans to expand its coverage to all of Europe soon.

### Can I use by the ways with other navigation apps?

Yes, by the ways integrates seamlessly with your favorite navigation tools. Once you find a stop you like, you can send the location to your preferred navigation app with a single click.

### Does by the ways have ads?

No, by the ways does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features or subscriptions.

### What are the subscription options for by the ways?

by the ways offers two subscription plans: a monthly subscription for $3.99 and a yearly subscription for $14.99. These subscriptions likely unlock premium features or expanded content.

### How often is by the ways updated?

The latest version of by the ways is 1.2.2.1, which was last updated on July 20, 2023. This indicates a relatively recent update frequency, suggesting ongoing development and improvements.

### What is the age rating for by the ways?

by the ways has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered suitable for children aged 4 and above, with no mature content.

### What do users think of by the ways?

Based on the available data, by the ways has a rating of 3.5 stars from 2 ratings. This suggests a mixed user reception, with room for improvement in user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2.1 — 2023-07-20

- a string of minor updates

### 1.2.2 — 2023-07-16

bug fixes

### 1.2.1 — 2023-06-30

- New accomodation and activity options
- lots of small improvements

### 1.2.0 — 2023-06-22

- Dramatic performance improvements
- All new itinerary view
- Sharing routes
- Bug fixes
- Route of the day

### 1.1.6 — 2023-05-31

- improved search algorithm
- bug fixes

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