Image sourceWhether you choose to fly or drive across Europe, Germany offers excellent and diverse opportunities for a great family holiday. Booking a holiday is relatively straightforward nowadays and there’s a range of options available. Taking your kids on holiday does require some preparation and planning.
Packing, for instance, is a whole new ball game with a child. Check out lots of kid friendly tips such as bringing along a spare pair of shoes ready for the inevitable broken shoe drama. Luckily, Germany is very much a child-friendly country and any forgotten items can easily be located and purchased.
From mountains to beaches, theme parks to incredible history, Germany has something for everyone. Plus it’s one of the safest places in the world to enjoy a holiday.
Here are 5 great reasons to make Germany your choice for a family holiday.
- The great outdoors
There can be no doubt that Germany boasts amazing outdoor recreational opportunities. There are vast swathes of land just ready to explore as a hiker, walker or climber. Kids will love the chance to camp in some of the best located campsites.
Germany is an all season country. In winter, there’s a wealth of skiing opportunities, not just in the Alps. If you fly to Düsseldorf, you’re just a couple of hours away from the Sauerland and family-friendly snow sports in Winterberg.
- Water parks and theme parks
One of the best water parks is Aqualand near Cologne. This is a colossal site dedicated to all types of water pursuits. However, nearly every town in Germany has a municipal pool, both indoor and outdoor, where kids can be easily entertained.
The stand-out theme park is Movie Park, Bottrop. Easy to access from the motorway and with lots of parking, it makes for a great day trip or overnight stay.
- Cities can be interesting
Often it is hard to keep kids entertained on a city break. Whilst you might want to explore the history, your kids might not be so enthralled. German cities do try to keep kids occupied. If you plan a trip to Munich, focus on a day trip to the zoo or the interactive science museum. Berlin offers an exhilarating trip to the top of the TV tower. All German cities offer great open spaces and parks for picnics and a run around.
Take your trip in November and be as enthralled as your kids by the Christmas Markets. If you’re worried about crowds, avoid the big names like Nuremberg and opt for Dortmund, a short journey away from the airport.
- Germany has beaches!
Yes, that’s right! Germany has miles and miles of sandy beaches. It might not boast the heat of Spain, but as a result the beaches are far quieter even in the height of the summer. Explore Germany’s underrated beaches such as Rügen or Sylt. Your kids will love it!
- Kid-friendly food
You don’t need to worry about fussy eaters in Germany. Most restaurants offer child-friendly menus with pacifying kid options. After all, the hotdog and burger originated here. However, it’s not all frankfurters and pommes. Germany is very conscious of health and the environment. Fresh food abounds and supermarkets are filled with great snack and picnic ideas.
So, what do you think? Would you take your kids to Germany?
*Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post.