Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025: Complete Guide for Trainers

Posted by Megan Brooks on Sep 16, 2025 • Category: Change Location
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Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025 is one of the most exciting events announced by Niantic this year, bringing trainers together across Europe for a summer full of adventure, rare Pokémon, and special bonuses. If you're a dedicated Pokémon trainer or just love exploring new cities while playing your favorite AR game, this is an event you don't want to miss. This guide covers everything you need to know, from dates and locations to exclusive rewards and safety tips.

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Part 1. What Is Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025?

Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025 is an in-game event hosted by Niantic, where the GO Truck travels to major European cities. Players at each stop can enjoy:

  • Boosted wild Pokémon spawns
  • One-star raids featuring event Pokémon like Summer Pikachu
  • Special field research and timed research tasks
  • Citywide bonuses, including extended lure durations, special trades, and temporary PokéStops/Gyms

summer pikachu

The event is designed to give both in-person and remote players multiple ways to participate, making it one of the most versatile Pokémon GO events to date.

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Even if you can't attend in person, TunesKit Location Changer allows you to simulate your location to participate from home.

Part 2. Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025 Locations & Dates

Here's the official schedule for the GO Truck stops in 2025:

City Date Location Time (Local)
Manchester, UK July 16 Cathedral Gardens 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
London, UK July 19 Potters Fields Park 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Paris, France July 26 La Villette 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Valencia, Spain August 2 Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Berlin, Germany August 9 Breitscheidplatz 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
The Hague, Netherlands August 16 The Pier 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Cologne, Germany (Gamescom) August 20–24 Koelnmesse Gamescom hours

Part 3. Featured Pokémon & Event Bonuses

During the event, trainers can expect enhanced encounters and rewards, including:

1. Increased Wild Pokémon Spawns

  • Sandshrew & Alolan Geodude
  • Alolan Graveler & Phanpy
  • Venipede & Whirlipede
  • Golett & Wooloo

sandshrew

2. Special Raids

  • One-star raids will feature Summer Pikachu, which may appear shiny
  • City-specific backgrounds unlocked when catching Pikachu at event locations

one star raids

3. Field Research & Timed Research

  • Event field research offers XP, Poké Balls, and Rare Candy
  • Timed research includes encounters with event Pokémon and extra XP

field research

4. Citywide Bonuses

  • Lure modules last 3 hours
  • Reduced Stardust cost for trades
  • Up to five special trades per day
  • Temporary PokéStops and Gyms set up in each city

pokestops and gyms

5. Exclusive Moves

Evolving Alolan Graveler to Alolan Golem during the event unlocks Rollout, an exclusive fast move

graveler to golem

Part 4. Can't Travel? Join Remotely with TunesKit Location Changer

Not everyone can travel to London, Paris, or Berlin this summer — but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun. With TunesKit Location Changer, you can simulate your GPS location to any of the Road Trip 2025 cities right from home. This tool is perfect for accessing city-specific spawns and research tasks, participating in remote raids during event hours, and exploring different locations without physically traveling.

Key Features of TunesKit Location Changer

Catch region-exclusive Pokémon available only near GO Truck stops & Complete field research and timed research just like local players

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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use TunesKit Location Changer for Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025

Step 1 Connect Your Device

Download the software for your computer (Windows or macOS). Install and launch the program. Connect your iPhone or Android device to your computer via USB. Unlock your phone when prompted and trust the computer connection. Click the Start button on the main screen. Then select the Game Mode to continue.

select game mode

Step 2 Select Jump Teleport Mode

Then you'll see a world map appear, you can click the Jump Teleport icon, enter one of the Road Trip 2025 cities (e.g., "London, UK" or "Paris, France") into the search bar, and click on the location pin to move your GPS location there. Hit Start Moving button to set your virtual GPS position.

set destinations to teleport

Step 3Start Playing Pokémon GO

Catch boosted wild spawns, complete research, and participate in remote raids as if you were there in person.

You can also use two-spot movement or multi-spot movement inside TunesKit to "walk" around the event area naturally.

If you want to jump to another city's event (like from Manchester to Berlin), wait for the cooldown period to avoid soft bans.

start teleporting

Part 5. Why You Should Join the Pokémon GO Road Trip?

This event is perfect for trainers looking to:

  • Catch rare Pokémon not often seen in the wild
  • Meet other Pokémon GO fans in real life
  • Take advantage of XP, Stardust, and item bonuses
  • Experience Pokémon GO in a unique citywide celebration
  • Play from anywhere in the world with the help of GPS spoofing tools like TunesKit Location Changer

Tips for Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025

  • Charge Your Devices: Events can last several hours; bring a power bank.
  • Clear Pokémon Storage: Make room for all the event Pokémon.
  • Play With Friends: Raids and trades are easier in groups.
  • Stay Hydrated & Follow Guidelines: Safety first during in-person events.
  • Plan Remote Routes: If using TunesKit Location Changer, set your virtual path in advance.
  • Check Local Event Hours: Valencia runs later than other cities; Cologne aligns with Gamescom.

Part 6. FAQs About Pokemon GO Road Trip 2025

  • 1. Do I need to buy a ticket?

    No — there is no ticket required. The event is free to attend in person at listed locations.

  • 2. Is there anything exclusive (moves, backgrounds, etc.)?

    Yes. For example, evolving Alolan Graveler into Alolan Golem during the event gives it the exclusive fast move “Rollout.” Also, catching Pikachu at GO Truck stops gives a special location-background depending on the city.

  • 3. What about timed research & field tasks?

    Yes, each stop has field research and tasks. Also, timed research is available; when completed you can get bonuses like XP, Rare Candies, bonus Pokémon encounters, etc.

  • 4. Which Pokémon are exclusive to the event?

    Summer Pikachu in raids, Sandshrew, Alolan Geodude, Alolan Graveler, Phanpy, Wooloo, Golett, and more.

Part 7. Final Thoughts

Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025 is a summer event every trainer should experience. With rare Pokémon, special research, and city-specific rewards, it’s perfect for both casual and hardcore players.

By using tools like TunesKit Location Changer, trainers worldwide can participate, catch event Pokémon, and enjoy all the bonuses — even without traveling.

Prepare your Poké Balls, charge your devices, and get ready for a summer adventure you won't forget. Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025 is more than a game event — it's a celebration of exploration, strategy, and community!

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