Family holiday

The Vogtland region is full of experiences for the whole family. To give you a quick overview of everything there is to discover, here's a compact summary of the most beautiful destinations, nature adventures, and leisure activities. From A for alpaca to Z for train adventures, you'll find inspiration for shared discoveries in every season. Let yourself be inspired and create unforgettable family memories!

These outdoor adventure venues are a lot of fun, e.g. roller coaster fun in the amusement park, minicars in the Syratal valley or the 800-meter-long summer toboggan run in Mühlleithen.

Riding trains through parks and river valleys, listening to the clatter of the rails, and enjoying a leisurely ride – a real highlight for children. And those who prefer to marvel will discover lovingly designed miniature train layouts where entire landscapes and railway worlds come to life in miniature.

In zoos and animal enclosures, children can get very close to goats, donkeys & Co. and admire exotic animals such as lions or meerkats.

From majestic birds of prey and fluttering bats to inquisitive ostriches – there's a wealth of wildlife to discover in the Vogtland region. At interactive sites like the Wildcat Leap Adventure Trail and the Ant Trail in the Zinsbach Valley, families can playfully learn about the local wildlife.

Whether in the green classroom of the forest, in exhibitions or other nature experience locations in the Vogtland region – here, knowledge comes alive. Children explore their environment with curiosity and experience nature as a great adventure.

Dive into the cool water – that's the motto in SUMMER: In the Vogtland region you can swim in several reservoirs, many lakes and more than 20 outdoor swimming pools.

Whether you prefer a relaxing or active experience on the water, the Vogtland region offers a wealth of options. On the Pöhl Reservoir, you can enjoy a leisurely boat trip, while the Pöhl, Pirk, Falkenstein, and Zeulenroda Reservoirs offer all kinds of water sports, including rowing, pedal boating, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and kayaking. For those who enjoy drifting along, a boat tour on the White Elster River is the perfect choice.

There is only one show cave in the entire Vogtland region – and that's precisely what makes it so special: Anyone who descends here experiences a true natural wonder underground, one that amazes young and old alike. With helmets on and curiosity in tow, visitors can also descend into one of the former mines. In old tunnels, children discover how miners used to work and extract treasures from the earth.

Those who want to travel to the stars will discover fascinating worlds in the German Space Exhibition Morgenröthe-Rautenkranz or the planetariums in Rodewisch and Gera.

If the weather isn't cooperating, a variety of indoor playgrounds provide plenty of fun.

Traditions are what make a region unique – they tell stories of the past, of life, work, and the skills of its people. In the Vogtland region, many of these old crafts are still alive. They are cherished, demonstrated, and passed on to the next generation – not just in museums behind glass, but through hands-on experience, touch, and participation. Families immerse themselves in the past and take knowledge with them for the future. These encounters are especially valuable for children: when they see how a figure is turned from a piece of wood, how lace is embroidered, or how musical instruments are crafted, their understanding of materials, patience, and craftsmanship grows. And perhaps a spark of enthusiasm is ignited – for history, for creativity, for what endures.

Mighty walls, mysterious towers, and exciting stories – many castles and palaces in the Vogtland region invite families to immerse themselves in bygone eras. Whether it's knightly games, fairy tales, wildlife, or treasure hunts: here, history comes alive and becomes an experience for young and old alike.