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Via Hansaetica

Via Hansaetica is a road in Northern Europe leading from Lübeck, Germany to Saint Petersburg, Russia, through Poland and the Baltic States.

Get inAll the countries except Russia are Schengen countries, that is there are no regular border inspections and people from most of Europe do not need any visa.
Drive
EatApart from occasional roadside diners, there are almost always eateries in the towns and cities you'll pass through.
SleepThere are hotels and camping sites along the road. Also, you'll find some kind of accommodation in most cities along the road.
BuyGermany, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are part of the euro area. Poland's currency is the złoty and Russia's is the ruble. It is advisable to change some money before the trip.
Stay safeGenerally the Baltic countries are safe as long as you use your common sense.
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