The Backseat Buddies

Two weeks through Europe by thumb. Why?

Because we`re excited to experience other countries and cultures, making new friends along the way; and at the same time doing our small part in making the world a better place by raising awareness, funding for the work of VcA and Pro Asyl. What a great combination, don`t you agree?

Why should a lift take us along?

Rock, Raeggae, Ska, Pop, Folk? No matter which type of music you prefer. We will bring along an awesome mixtape to share the finest German music with everyone giving us a ride; including small local bands and of course masterpieces of German Culture like Helene Fischer`s "Atemlos". We will therefore enhance a deeper intercultural understanding in Schäuble being not the worst Germany has to offer.

Our best Autostop-experience so far

The unexpected hospitality of the drivers and the stories they share with us.

Our goal for the race

Reach the destination. Participation is everything!

For a Donation we would...

- Put your favorite song on the mixtape. - Bring along an extraordinary souvenir. (We know, you`re still lacking an Albanian stone in your super impressive stone collection.) - (Maybe) perform any other special task you`re giving us. Do not hesitate to ask us. But - honestly speaking - donating is about giving something truely from your heart without expecting anything in return. And that`s what`s making it so precious. Sharing is caring!

Jana (34)
Julian (33)

Current Race Rank: 31
Current Route Rank: 4

Hey, we are Jana from Hamburg and Julian from Trier. We didn`t know each other before the race. Actually, we still haven`t met in person yet. But we apparently have some core values in common and share the goal of raising money and awareness for good causes. This is why we are sure to make a great team and soon be Backseat Buddies!

Ticker messages

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Jana, Julian

Thursday, August 27th 15:49

für den Radiosender dasding gegeben. Um halb sechs sind wir auf Sendung. Bis hoffentlich bald aus Novi Sad in Serbien.

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Jana, Julian

Thursday, August 27th 15:49

Wir sind jetzt auf einem Rastplatz vor der serbischen Grenze mit den hoffnungsvollen hitchhikern und dem Team mit dem Hasen. Wir haben eben ein Interview

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Jana, Julian

Thursday, August 27th 10:20

The backseat buddies finally got a lift. We are now on the way to tamasi. We have to hurry up if we want to reach Novi Sad tonight. Good luck to all teams.

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Jana, Julian

Tuesday, August 25th 10:59

Piggeldy is going to Balaton today. We plan to stay at a camping side on the east side of the lake. Piroska camping at exit 90. See on the picture below.

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Jana, Julian

Monday, August 24th 20:27

People who know me (unfortunately) won't be surprised: I forgot my jacket, including my cellphone in Trebic or one of the rides. I won't be able to respond to any text messages in the next two weeks. But on the bright side: we made it to Veszprem, met awesomely kind people, and are safe and healthy! Jana from The Backseat Buddies

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Jana, Julian

Monday, August 24th 20:09

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Jana, Julian

Monday, August 24th 18:22

The Flitzers and the backseat buddies will arrive in veszprem shortly. Only 10km to go. We shared the last 3 rides.

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Jana, Julian

Sunday, August 23rd 20:24

The teams of the piggeldy route challenge their papa: Get to the next stop, Veszprem, by going through Papa (photographic proof required), and you will receive one "fairness" point by five of us 😉

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Jana, Julian

Sunday, August 23rd 11:38

Good morning from Trebic! Seven teams made it yesterday, hoping for the other five to arrive today! Good luck buddies!

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Jana, Julian

Saturday, August 22nd 20:54

The backseat buddies arrived safely in trebic. Thanks to all the lifts who gave us a wonderful time. Good night, over and out. Jana and Julian