Germany blends medieval castles, fairy-tale villages, and vibrant cities with world-class museums, beer gardens, and Christmas markets. From the Black Forest to Berlin's contemporary art scene, experience rich history, excellent public transport, and hearty cuisine in the heart of Europe.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg
World's largest model railway covering 16,000 square meters with 1,040 trains, 260,000 figures, and interactive airport. Accessible for all ages with children captivated by the detail and operating features.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Europa-Park Rust (near Freiburg)
Germany's largest and Europe's second-most-visited theme park with 100+ rides, 13 European themed areas, and shows. Roller coasters for thrill-seekers and gentler rides for younger children in a well-designed park.
Duration: Full day
Neuschwanstein Castle Day Trip from Munich
The fairy-tale castle that inspired Disney creates unforgettable memories for children. Combine with Hohenschwangau Castle and the Alpine lake for a complete magical Bavarian experience.
Duration: Full day including travel
Munich Deutsches Museum
World's largest science museum with hands-on exhibits on aviation, mining, mathematics, and technology spanning 68km of corridors. Kids can operate interactive displays in the mining and chemistry sections.
Duration: Half to full day
Legoland Deutschland Günzburg
Germany's dedicated LEGO theme park near Ulm with over 55 rides and 75 million LEGO bricks used in the park's models and attractions. Particularly suited for younger children aged 3-12.
Duration: Full day
Berchtesgaden Salt Mines (Salzbergwerk)
Slide down wooden miners' slides, ride a mine train, and float across an underground salt lake on a raft in this fascinating historic salt mine. Children absolutely love the slides and underground boat ride.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Schloss Elmau Bavaria
Luxury family resort in the Alps with a dedicated Family Spa area, children's activities program, and supervised childcare so parents can also relax. Multiple restaurants accommodate all ages.
Family features: Family Spa area, children's activity program, supervised childcare (ages 3+), family-sized suites
Novotel Hotels Germany (multiple cities)
Reliable international hotel chain with family rooms accommodating 2 adults and 2 children, kids eat free at breakfast, and central locations near attractions. Consistent quality across Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt.
Family features: Family rooms for 4, kids eat free at breakfast, swimming pool at most locations, cribs available
Europa-Park Themed Hotels (Rust)
Stay on-site at Germany's largest theme park in Portuguese, Spanish, or Scandinavian themed hotels with early park access and short walk to all rides. Europa-Park themed rooms delight younger guests.
Family features: On-site location with early park access, themed rooms, indoor pool, kids' entertainment
Center Parcs Germany (multiple parks)
Forest holiday villages with self-catering bungalows, massive subtropical swimming paradise, and organized activities for all ages. Excellent for families with toddlers who need independence and safety.
Family features: Self-catering bungalows, Aqua Mundo subtropical pool, organized activities, enclosed forest setting
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
German restaurants generally welcome children and most traditional restaurants provide Kinderstühle (high chairs) and Kinderkarte (children's menus) with smaller portions at €5-9
Bavarian beer gardens are family-friendly outdoor spaces where children can run freely - you only need to purchase drinks, you can bring your own food
Bakeries (Bäckereien) are perfect for family breakfasts and snacks - fresh Brötchen, pretzels, and pastries at €1-3 per item
Viktualienmarkt in Munich and Christmas markets everywhere offer diverse food options satisfying even picky eaters with sausages, pretzels, and sweet treats
Many larger cities have food courts in shopping centers (e.g., MyZeil Frankfurt, Galeria Kaufhof) with diverse options for families with varied tastes
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Children under 6 ride free on public transport in most German cities; under 15 with a parent free on many regional trains
German pharmacies (Apotheken) have excellent English-speaking staff and can provide children's medications and advice without a doctor's visit