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Journey with a stopover
A short first leg to keep the start relaxed.
Berlin only as a stopover, no city-centre driving with the large motorhome.
This is where your trip begins. From Dresden you head north, splitting the first leg so the travel day stays relaxed.
A practical site for the first night on the south-eastern edge of Berlin, well suited as a stopover. For the children, a short walk through the expansive Treptower Park by the Spree is well worth it.
Arriving by the sea
Driving time just under 4 hours, followed by a quiet afternoon at the Ozeaneum.
Park at ground level in Stralsund, the old town lanes are too narrow for a large motorhome.
The Ozeaneum at Stralsund's harbour showcases the underwater world from the Baltic Sea to the North Atlantic with huge aquariums and life-sized whale models. A perfect first afternoon and a great tip for any rainy day on the trip.
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A quietly located site by the water with views across the Strelasund to the Rügen Bridge. Good facilities and a great starting point for heading over to the island the next day.
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First seaside resort
Short drive, plenty of time to settle in on the island.
In Binz, stop at the designated car parks on the edge of town, the promenade is within walking distance.
This kilometre-long ruined building from the Nazi era has been partly restored and now houses exhibitions on its history. An interesting stop, especially for the older one who wants to understand the context, and with the nearby beach right behind it.
Binz is Rügen's best-known seaside resort, with white spa architecture, a long pier and a wide sandy beach. Even in windy weather, a stroll along the promenade with an ice-cream parlour and sea views is worthwhile.
A campsite near the forest close to Prora with a short walk to the wide beach. A good base for several nights to explore eastern Rügen without constantly moving on.
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Nature and hiking
Bring hiking boots, the paths along the cliffs can get slippery when wet.
During storm warnings the cliff paths are closed, so head to the National Park Centre instead.
The Königsstuhl is Rügen's most famous chalk cliff, now home to a freely suspended skywalk and an experience centre on the national park's nature. The path there leads through old beech forest that forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
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A viewpoint with the classic postcard view of the Königsstuhl and the rugged chalk cliffs above the sea. Easily reached on foot and a highlight of the walk along the cliffs.
Castles and an old railway
The combination of castle and train ride keeps both age groups entertained.
The Rasender Roland is a good option even in the rain.
This 19th-century hunting lodge sits atop a wooded hill, with a cast-iron spiral staircase tower you can climb. From the top the view stretches far across the island, an experience for older children too.
This historic narrow-gauge steam railway has been chugging between the seaside resorts through forest and fields for over a hundred years. A ride in an open carriage with the smell of coal and steam delights children and adults alike.
Spa architecture
A relaxed day with short drives and plenty of time on the beach at Göhren.
The restored pier with its striking bridge house is considered the most beautiful on the island. The diving gondola at the end of the pier takes you below the water's surface, a highlight for the children even in cool weather.
The quiet Mönchgut peninsula offers gentle hills, steep cliffs and wide views across the Bodden landscape. A walk here is a calm contrast to the bustle of the big seaside resorts.
A large holiday site right behind the dune on Rügen's south-eastern beach, with direct beach access. Family-friendly with playgrounds and a bread-roll delivery service.
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Relaxation and rainy-day options
A deliberate rest day with no driving, so everyone can recharge.
Beach if the weather's fine, museum and Rasender Roland as backup ideas if it rains.
A wide, fine sandy beach with a shallow entry, ideal for digging and shell-hunting. If it's windy, it's a good spot for flying a kite or building a sandcastle.
The small Mönchgut local history museum and the MoLa show fishing, traditional costumes and everyday island life of the past. A good way to pass the time if rain disrupts the beach day.
Neoclassicism and the Bodden
Driving time well under the daily limit, plenty of time for stops along the way.
In autumn, an evening crane-watching session by the Bodden is well worthwhile.
The white residential town of Putbus surprises with neoclassical circular squares and a large English landscape park. The park invites you for a stroll, and the Orangerie café serves cake for a break.
From the fishing village of Schaprode, the view stretches across the Bodden to the car-free island of Hiddensee. A peaceful place to catch your breath, with wide waterscapes and flocks of birds in autumn.
A quiet site on the island of Ummanz right by the water, popular with surfers and nature lovers. In autumn thousands of cranes rest here, a special natural spectacle for the children.
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Lighthouses and cliffs
The last stretch to the cape is car-free, bring sturdy footwear.
In the rain, the lighthouse exhibitions offer a dry and interesting alternative.
At the northern tip of Rügen stand two historic lighthouses and the remains of a Slavic temple fortress above the cliffs. Both towers can be climbed, and the walk to the fishing village of Vitt is an experience in itself.
The tiny, thatched-roof fishing village of Vitt lies hidden in a ravine right by the sea and is entirely protected as a heritage site. A stroll through its narrow lanes feels like a small journey back in time.
Discovering the Hanseatic town
Short drive, afternoon for the old town.
Park the motorhome at ground level, explore the old town on foot.
Stralsund's UNESCO World Heritage old town impresses with brick Gothic architecture, the magnificent town hall and old warehouses by the harbour. A walk through the lanes shows just how powerful the Hanseatic town once was.
Housed in a converted medieval monastery, the Meeresmuseum tells the story of marine research, fishing and whale skeletons beneath the vaulted ceilings. A calm, weather-independent alternative to the Ozeaneum at the harbour.
Back at the familiar site by the Strelasund, ideal for exploring Stralsund on foot with short distances.
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Lake landscape
Driving time well over two hours, followed by the Müritzeum for a quiet afternoon.
The pretty little town of Waren lies on the northern shore of the Müritz, Germany's largest inland lake. The harbour and old town invite you to stroll, and the Müritz feels almost like the sea.
The Müritzeum nature experience centre showcases the flora and fauna of the lake district, with a large freshwater aquarium full of native fish. A very good idea for a grey day, exciting for both children.
A natural site in the Müritz National Park on the edge of the forest, with access to the lake and hiking trails right outside. Quietly located and ideal for unwinding.
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Nature and hiking
A quiet nature day with short drives and a manageable walk.
In heavy rain, the Müritzeum again offers a good alternative.
From the observation tower near Federow in Müritz National Park you can spot white-tailed eagles and, in autumn, resting cranes. Ranger stations explain the wildlife in a child-friendly way, binoculars are worth bringing.
A lookout tower in the middle of the forest offers wide views across the national park's unspoilt lake landscape. The path there is family-friendly and passes by clear lakes.
Reformation and history
Driving time just over three hours, followed by a compact town stroll.
In Wittenberg, park at ground level by the Elbe riverbank, the old town is within walking distance.
In Wittenberg, Martin Luther nailed his theses to the door of the Schlosskirche, and the old town is full of well-preserved brick buildings and museums. A vivid history stop that will resonate especially with the older one.
The Lutherhaus is the world's largest museum on the history of the Reformation, vividly showing the life of Luther and his times. A good, weather-independent activity on the way home.
A campsite right on the Elbe with river views and a short walk into the old town. A comfortable final stop before returning to Dresden.
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Journey home
A short drive home so the final day stays relaxed.
Before setting off, a short morning walk along the Elbe riverside path is well worth it. A calm way to let the trip wind down before the final leg begins.
Back at your starting point, your round trip comes to an end. From the Baltic coast to the chalk cliffs to the lake district, you've seen, hiked and discovered a great deal.
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