Hi. We are planning a trip to Germany in June. Bavaria was recommended as a good choice with a 4 and 6 year old. Flying in and out of Munich. My wife and I have been to Munich so we are thinking maybe don’t spend much time there. We prefer smaller cities and towns. We have 10 days not including flight days. Where would you go and what would you do with younger kids?
Posted by
Paradise
7158 posts
How about Legoland Deutschland, in Günzburg, Bavaria?
Beyond that, I am not aware of any big advantage that Bavaria has over the other states in Germany when it comes to children that age, specifically. Kids 4-6 tend to like zoos, beaches and splash pools, playgrounds. Fortunately, most cities and towns around the country, and in Bavaria as well, tend to have these options. So my suggestion is to build an itinerary around your OWN interests and seek out those kid-friendly amenities in the places you have selected.
You may wish to do a farm stay... or to lodge yourselves at 1 or 2 youth hostels, which tend to be very family-oriented these days and sometimes offer a place for kids to interact with other kids; family-rooms, activity/game rooms, ping-pong tables, etc. are quite commonplace. And some hostels can be found in some very interesting buildings... like the Diez Castle hostel where we spent a couple of nights as a family (not in Bavaria.)
Posted by
Southeast US
4081 posts
Youtube channel of an American family with kids that moved to Bavaria: https://www.youtube.com/@MyMerryMessyGermanLife
Many "traveling with kids" videos that feature places the family has visited.
Posted by
Schwerin
3231 posts
How do you plan to travel during days? Public transport or rental car?
Have a look at 12 Tips for fun and Action for kids in Bavaria.
Bavaria is known for family hotels.
Be careful regarding ticks when doing outdoor things with your kids. Let them wear long clothing and check their skin after outdoor activities or at the end of each day.
Posted by
Alsenborn, Germany
1633 posts
I can't say this often enough, if you're in Munich with kids, take them to Therme Erding. And the Deutsches Museum.
Posted by
Greeley, co, usa
2623 posts
Playmobil Fun Park in Zirndorf, a suburb of Nuremberg