Hi! I’m Ina, mom of four children and the creator of our long-running family travel blog based in Bavaria, Germany. For years, we’ve shared tips, guides, and honest experiences for families traveling with kids — in German.
Now, we’re excited to finally offer English content, too.
Whether you’re a US Military family stationed in Hohenfels, Grafenwöhr, Vilseck, Ansbach, or Garmisch, or an international visitor planning a trip to Bavaria, Germany, Europe, or beyond — you’ll find helpful, practical guides right here.
Our goal is simple:
💛 To help families discover beautiful places, make day trips easier, and enjoy stress-free travel with kids.
For US Military Families in Bavaria
Many military families arrive in Germany with little information about what to do in their new home region. If you’re stationed in or near:
- USAG Bavaria – Grafenwöhr
- Hohenfels Training Area
- Vilseck / Rose Barracks
- Ansbach
- Garmisch-Partenkirchen
…you’ll find English travel tips, day trip recommendations, and easy family-friendly activities perfect for weekends, holidays, or visits from relatives.
Our guides cover:
- Family-friendly day trips under 1 hour
- Castles, lakes, playgrounds & nature spots
- Budget-friendly activities
- Rainy-day ideas
- Tips for navigating Germany with kids
-> Start here for practical Bavaria tips for families
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Family Travel in Bavaria & Germany
Bavaria is one of Europe’s best destinations for families: mountains, lakes, theme parks, medieval towns, playgrounds everywhere — and everything is close enough for short day trips.
On this page, you’ll find our English guides about:
- Best things to do in Bavaria with kids
- Day trips from Regensburg, Nuremberg, Munich, or Grafenwöhr
- Castles, lakes & nature activities
- Hidden gems and low-budget ideas
All articles are written from our real experience as a Bavarian family constantly exploring our region.
-> Start here for practical Germany tips for families
Family Travel in Europe
We love traveling beyond Germany, too!
Our blog also includes many destinations across Europe (and some outside Europe). All articles are written for parents looking for safe, practical, kid-friendly advice.
Featured destinations include:
- Italy (Lake Garda, Rimini, Sardinia)
- France (Paris, Disneyland Paris, Atlantic Coast, Corsica)
- Austria
- Denmark
- The Balkans (Albania, Montenegro)
- Cape Verde
- And more!
-> Start here for practical Europe tips for families
Every guide includes authentic experience and realistic tips for families: transportation, costs, comfort, things to avoid, and what your kids will love most.
Why We’ve Created This English Section
We noticed more and more international readers visiting our website — families searching for:
- “Things to do in Bavaria with kids”
- “Best day trips near USAG Bavaria”
- “Germany family travel tips”
- “What to do in Regensburg with children”
So we decided to build a dedicated English section to make it easier for you to explore Germany and Europe with kids — clear, practical, honest, and from a local family’s perspective.
Start Exploring
Below, you’ll find our latest English articles.
New guides are added regularly — especially for families living in Bavaria or visiting Europe for the first time.
If you ever have specific questions or need personalized tips, feel free to reach out!
Happy traveling,
Ina & Family
