By camper van to the Mecklenburg Lake District

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This trip is planned for 17 Aug – 25 Aug 2027.

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Day 1 · Tue 17/08 1 hr

From Berlin to Wolziger See

Gentle start, short drive

A deliberately short first leg so you can get to know the camper van at your own pace.

Free afternoon to arrive, swim and take a first stroll along the shore.

Start

Berlin

This is where your trip begins. Pick up the camper van, pack everything safely for little ones, and set off in a relaxed way on the short drive into the countryside.

child-friendly
55 km · 1 hr
Campsite

Campingpark Am Wolziger See

A peacefully located site right on the shallow Wolziger See, ideal for settling into camper van life close to Berlin. The shoreline slopes gently, so your child can safely paddle about in knee-deep water. On the first evening you'll barely need to drive, yet you'll already have arrived by the water.

24–34 € / night child-friendly
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Booking ahead is often cheaper here

Day 2 · Wed 18/08

Swimming day at Wolziger See

Rest and water

A pure rest day with no change of location.

Keep a sun canopy and sun cream ready for the three-year-old, as the shoreline offers little shade.

Another night: Campingpark Am Wolziger See
Day 3 · Thu 19/08 2:30 hr

On to Plauer See

Short leg into the Lake District

The longest drive of the trip, but still well within the daily limit of three hours.

Arrival in the afternoon, followed by a relaxed swim and setting up camp.

204 km · 2:30 hr
Campsite

Naturcamping Malchow

The site sits on the large but shallow-shored Plauer See, right in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District. A natural bathing beach with a gentle entry invites you to splash about, and the small island town of Malchow is easy to reach. After the drive, there's plenty of time left for a relaxed afternoon by the water.

22–32 € / night child-friendly
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Booking ahead is often cheaper here

Day 4 · Fri 20/08

Malchow and swimming at Plauer See

Island town and water

Just a short outing in the morning, with the afternoon free for swimming.

The swing bridge is a highlight for little ones; opening times are posted at the jetty.

1 km · 1 min
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Town

Malchow Island Town

Malchow sits picturesquely on an island in the lake, with a historic swing bridge that opens every half hour. The old town is small and easy to explore on foot with a pushchair, and there are ice cream parlours right by the water. With the panel van, it's best to park at ground level on the edge of town, as underground car parks are too low.

0 € child-friendly
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Another night: Naturcamping Malchow
Day 5 · Sat 21/08 18 min

To Lake Müritz and Waren

The biggest lake and a national park

A very short leg, leaving the afternoon free to arrive and swim.

Waren can be reached on foot or by bike from the site.

26 km · 17 min
Campsite

ECOCAMP Bornmühle / Ferienpark Müritz Ecktannen

Campingplatz Ecktannen lies right on the shore of Lake Müritz and on the edge of the Müritz National Park. A shallow sandy beach and a large playground make it a pleasant spot for families with small children. From here, you'll set off the next day for a walk and some wildlife spotting.

26–38 € / night child-friendly
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Booking ahead is often cheaper here

Day 6 · Sun 22/08 6 min

Müritzeum and the shore at Waren

Animals and underwater worlds

Museum in the morning, before it gets too warm, then time by the water in the afternoon.

The Müritzeum is indoors, making it a good plan for rainy weather.

2 km · 2 min
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Activity

Müritzeum

The Müritzeum is a modern nature discovery centre home to the largest freshwater aquarium in Germany. Children marvel at native fish, a walk-through forest world and interactive stations, making it a great option even in changeable weather. In front of the building lies a lovely park by the Herrensee for letting off steam.

2:30 hr 8–16 € / person child-friendly
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2 km · 2 min
Campsite

Campingplatz Ecktannen

In the afternoon, head back to the shore of Lake Müritz for another swim in the shallow water. The day winds down quietly on the beach.

26–38 € / night child-friendly
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Day 7 · Mon 23/08 1:42 hr

On to Krüselinsee near Feldberg

Clear water and forest

A leg of under two hours, with a play break along the way.

The third lake of the trip, with short distances between them as planned.

76 km · 1:40 hr
Campsite

Campingplatz am Hausee Feldberg / Campingplatz Krüselinsee

The Feldberg Lake District is known for its particularly clear, calm lakes set within a nature park. The site sits close to the water in a natural setting, with a gentle entry and plenty of forest around for short, shady walks. A great place to get to know yet another, quieter lake in the region.

20–30 € / night child-friendly
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Booking ahead is often cheaper here

Day 8 · Tue 24/08 6 min

Walking and a wildlife park near Feldberg

Nature and animals

A short walk in the morning, followed by rest and time by the water.

Pack sturdy shoes and water, as the path is unpaved.

4 km · 3 min
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Nature

Hullerbusch Nature Trail

A short, easy-to-walk nature trail through old beech forest between the lakes, well suited to little legs. Along the way there are viewpoints over the clear water and shady rest spots. The route can easily be shortened if the three-year-old gets tired.

1:30 hr 0 € child-friendly
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4 km · 3 min
Campsite

Campingplatz Krüselinsee

The last lake day ends once more by the calm shore. Swimming, splashing and an early evening before the drive back.

20–30 € / night child-friendly
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Day 9 · Wed 25/08 2:30 hr

Back to Berlin

A relaxed journey home

The return leg is deliberately planned with an optional stop, so the drive doesn't have to be done in one go.

If you skip the wildlife park, you'll be home directly in just over two hours.

35 km · 45 min
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Activity

Wildpark-MV Güstrow (optional) or direct return

To round things off, a short stop at a wildlife park along the way is well worth it, letting you see deer, wild boar and wolves up close. If your little one is tired, you can leave out this stop and drive straight home. When choosing car parks, look out for level surfaces with no height restrictions.

1:30 hr 6–14 € / person child-friendly
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184 km · 1:45 hr
Start

Berlin

This is where your round trip ends. You'll return the camper van and look back on three peaceful lakes, plenty of water, and your first camper van experiences with a child.

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This trip is planned for 17 Aug – 25 Aug 2027.

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