Camping in the Black Forest with children

Germany's largest low mountain range presents itself as a holiday paradise for families. Numerous child-friendly hiking trails lead through the fascinating nature and entice explorers with interesting hands-on stations. For many families, a visit to the Europapark in Rust is the highlight of a camping holiday with children in the Black Forest. But summer toboggan runs, wild animal parks and show mines are also popular excursion destinations. There are wonderful campsites with comprehensive facilities in the region. Modern sanitary buildings, children's playgrounds, leisure facilities and entertainment are offered at numerous campsites. In addition to the classic pitches, more and more families are opting to book rental accommodation in the form of bungalows, sleeping barrels or glamping tents in the high and low seasons. The most interesting places to visit in this holiday paradise include the Schwarzwaldhorn-Simonswald campsite, the Schwarzwaldcamping Alisehof in Wolftal, the Schluchsee campsite and the Kirchzarten and Münstertal campsites.

Campsites in the Black Forest for families with children

The campsites in the Black Forest are some of the most beautiful in the country. Many of them have designed their facilities and offers specifically for families who want to spend relaxing days with their children.

Camping Schwarzwaldhorn in Simonswald

Camping Schwarzwaldhorn in Simonswald offers its guests a marvellous view of the surrounding mountains. The pitches for motorhomes and caravans are just as popular as the local rental properties. Booking a Black Forest tent, a mobile home or a hiker's cabin is incredibly enjoyable. Especially in the low season, the rental properties at Schwarzwaldhorn are a worthwhile alternative if the weather doesn't play ball. An outdoor pool, a children's playground and entertainment for the youngsters are evidence of the family-friendly nature of Simonswald.

Schwarzwaldcamping Alisehof in the Wolftal valley

The Black Forest campsite at the Alisehof in the Wolftal valley is very idyllic. The surrounding mountains and the proximity to the Northern Black Forest National Park are perfect for leisure activities at the campsite. The mix of pitches and rental accommodation is particularly popular with guests at Camping Schwarzwald auf dem Alisehof, as they can decide whether to spend the high season in a tent or caravan and the low season in rental accommodation. An outdoor pool nearby, the local children's playground and separate sanitary facilities for the little ones make the Alisehof ideal for families.

Camping Kirchzarten

At Camping Kirchzarten, children take centre stage as guests. Entertainment, an indoor and outdoor playground, a separate sanitary area and a nappy-changing room have been set up by the family-friendly campsite to meet the needs of families. The rental properties at Camping Kirchzarten are very popular. The bungalows and rental flats are modernly furnished and offer plenty of space.

Camping Münstertal

Camping Münstertal has been awarded the ADAC Superplatz award and therefore meets the highest standards. A variety of child-friendly activities have been created for the little ones. In addition to the paddling pool, indoor pool and outdoor pool, the Münstertal campsite has an adventure playground and indoor and outdoor play areas. Minigolf, sports courses, archery and riding lessons are sure to delight almost all guests. The Münstertal cycle path can be easily explored thanks to bike hire. The selected rental properties are suitable for families who want to travel without a caravan, tent or motorhome. Camping Münstertal receives excellent ratings from its guests on Pincamp for its location and overall facilities. In addition to the campsites presented here, Schwarzwaldhorn-Simonswald, Schwarzwaldcamping Alisehof in Wolftal, Camping Kirchzarten and Münstertal, the campsites Schluchsee and Langenwald, Kur- und Feriencamping Badenweiler, Terrassencamping Sandbank and Naturcamping Weiherhof are interesting alternatives for camping with children in the holiday paradise of the Black Forest.

Top tips for the Black Forest

• Those who prefer to spend their holidays by the water are best advised to book a family campsite on the Schluchsee or Titisee. The ideal time for a swimming holiday is in July and August, when the water warms up to a pleasant 23 degrees and even more during hot spells.
• In the northern Black Forest in particular, showers can occur from time to time even during the warm season. It is therefore worth taking rainwear with you. Games for entertainment in bad weather also belong in the luggage.
• Families quickly get to know new people on holiday in the fresh air. The little ones make friends, for example, at the exciting entertainment programmes that some campsites in the Black Forest offer during the high season.
• Families usually go camping in the Black Forest when they are fully packed. There is not always enough space in the car to take bikes with you. If you still want to go biking on holiday, book a campsite with bike hire.

Activities and excursions

Hiking becomes an adventure for young explorers on numerous themed trails in the Black Forest. The brave are drawn to the Europapark and other attractions that promise thrills.

Hiking on interesting adventure trails

Located in the south-west of Baden-Württemberg, the Black Forest is known far beyond Germany's borders as a hiking paradise. Extensive walks from the family campsites on themed trails such as the 2.2 km long Feldberg gnome trail are a real experience. Lovingly designed stations along the route tell the story of Velt and his cute friends. Guests with children also love the nature adventure trail in Hinterzarten. There is a choice of a 1.5 and a 3 km tour. Highlights include the tree memory quiz and the Kneipp pedalling facility.

Attractions for adventurers

The Europapark in Rust is the most visited amusement park in the German-speaking world and is located in the Black Forest. There are more than 100 attractions on the 95-hectare site, including the spectacular Euro-Mir and Silver Star roller coasters and a 4D cinema. A ride on the Hasenhorn Coaster in Todtnau is also fast-paced: speeds of up to 40 kilometres per hour can be reached on the 3 km long summer toboggan run. The Stöckerkopf in Baiersbronn also attracts adventure-seekers. Mountain go-karts take you from the mountain station down into the valley.