Top 10 Kids
Summer Activities
Bavaria in summer is a giant playground. Wildlife parks where kids can feed deer, adventure parks with water slides, lakes with safe shallow entry, and treetop walks through the forest canopy.
Here are the 10 best family-tested summer activities—with honest intel on age suitability, hidden costs, and what actually works when traveling with children.
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June - September
Age Range
2-14 years
Strategy
Start Early, Beat Heat
Family-Tested Adventures
The Top 10
Wildpark Poing→
A 570,000 sqm nature reserve where deer roam freely and kids can feed them directly. The "Westernstadt" adventure playground is massive, and bird of prey shows happen twice daily. At €11.50 adults / €7.50 kids, it's exceptional value.
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Bring Coins: The animal feed machines only take €0.50 coins. Bring a roll of them—kids will want to feed everything, repeatedly.
Aggressive Deer: The deer are bold. They'll nudge, push, and jostle small children for food. Kids under 3 may find this intimidating rather than fun.
Skyline Park→
Bavaria's family theme park has 60+ attractions, including a swimming pool included with admission (rare for German parks). Budget-friendly €2 parking, €1 breakfast before 10:30, and a mix of gentle rides for toddlers and thrill rides for teens.
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Season Dates: Open March 21 to November. Check the calendar—they close on random weekdays in shoulder season.
Train Access: It's a 20-minute walk from Rammingen station across exposed terrain. On hot days, this can be brutal with small children. Consider driving.
Skywalk Allgäu→
A treetop walk at 1,000m elevation with 70+ adventure stations spread across 60,000 sqm. Giant playground, petting zoo, barefoot sensory path, and tubular slides. The glass elevator makes it accessible for strollers too.
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Pack a Picnic: The on-site Restaurant Waldglück will cost €60+ for a family lunch. Bring sandwiches and use the designated picnic areas instead.
Dogs Allowed (Partly): Dogs can explore the ground-level areas but are banned from the treetop walkway. Kennels are provided at the entrance.
Therme Erding Galaxy→
27 water slides including the world's longest tube slide (365m "Magic Eye"). Wave pools, VR slides, and tropical pools at 34°C. The Galaxy zone is designed for families with textiles mandatory—no awkward nude situations.
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Book in Advance: On hot summer weekends, they hit capacity and close admissions. Book online reservations (€2.90-10) to guarantee entry.
RFID Wristband Spending: Kids can charge food/drinks to their wristband. Set a limit or you'll face a surprise bill at checkout.
Starnberger See "Paradies"→
The "Paradies" recreation area at Possenhofen has massive public lawns, wooden docks, and safe shallow entry for swimming. Water quality rated "Excellent." Free access, 25 minutes from Munich by S-Bahn. The family beach the locals use.
The Real Deal
Exit at Possenhofen: Don't get off at Starnberg—the beaches there are crowded and overpriced. Continue to Possenhofen for "Paradies".
Dogs Banned: May 15 to September 15, dogs are prohibited in Starnberg recreation areas. Leave pets at home during peak summer.
Ammersee Family Beaches→
The "Bavarian Riviera" with less crowded beaches than Starnberg. St. Alban beach (Diessen) has ancient shade trees, beach volleyball, and notably shallow entry safe for small children. Ferry rides across the lake are a family adventure.
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Ferry Pricing: Additional children (ages 6-17) are just €1 each when accompanied by a paying adult. Great value for families.
Andechs Monastery: Kids can explore the beer garden and grounds while parents sample the famous monastery brew. The hike up is about 30 minutes from Herrsching.
Walchensee Einsiedl Bay→
The "Bavarian Caribbean" has turquoise water that genuinely looks tropical. Einsiedl Bay is extremely shallow for a long distance—the warmest and safest spot for small children. The Herzogstand cable car offers easy access to the famous "two lakes view."
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It's Cold: Even in August, the water is 17-20°C. It's a refreshing plunge, not a leisurely bath. Young kids may complain.
Viking Village Gone: The "Flake" Viking Village film set you see on old Instagram posts is permanently closed and dismantled as of 2024.
Bavaria Filmstadt→
Kids ride the Falkor dragon from The NeverEnding Story, explore movie sets, and experience 4D cinema with motion seats. One of Germany's few dog-friendly theme parks. Free entry on your actual birthday.
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Das Boot Warning: The U-Boat interior is physically tight and claustrophobic. Skip it with kids who are anxious in confined spaces.
Combine with River: The nearby Isar River has family-friendly swimming spots, and Perlacher Forst offers easy hiking. Make it a full day.
Flugwerft Schleissheim→
70+ aircraft from gliders to Eurofighter jets in a historic airfield hangar. Kids can get close to real planes and watch mechanics restore century-old aircraft. The €17 family ticket covers 2 adults + all children.
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Baroque Route: Walk through the free palace gardens to reach the museum—kids can run along the grand canals and burn energy before going inside.
Oldtimer Fly-In: Check dates for the annual event when 60+ historic aircraft actually fly. It transforms the museum into a living airshow.
Olympiapark Munich→
Free entry to the park with 360° views from Olympiaberg (Olympic Hill). The Parkeisenbahn (park railway) is a 2.5km adventure, and the Olympic swimming pool offers family swimming for €5.80. Sea Life Aquarium for rainy backup.
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Tower Closed: The Olympic Tower is closed until 2027 for renovations. Don't plan around it—the free hill offers similar views anyway.
Bus 144 Pro Route: Take Bus 144 to be dropped directly at Olympiaberg/Olympiasee, avoiding the long walk from the U-Bahn station.