In the east of Baden-Württemberg

(djd). A family vacation is much more than just a trip. It is a time to strengthen relationships and create positive memories. To make it stress-free, there should be activities suitable for everyone at the chosen location - from swimming fun to hikes in nature to cultural highlights. An area that offers parents and children all of this can be found in the east of Baden-Württemberg around Ellwangen.
 

Relax in the Lakeland

 

The Ellwanger Seenland is nestled in the foothills of the Ostalb. When the weather is nice, the many lakes invite you to bathe, swim and relax. Sailing, surfing and fishing are also on the program if desired. The Kressbachsee, the Bucher Stausee and the Häslestausee in particular offer the perfect environment for children: Here the little ones will find, among other things, water play facilities, a bathing raft and sections of beach. If the weather is less inviting for swimming outdoors, you can spend time in the Ellwanger wave pool. Here, various slides and hourly waves ensure hours of fun.
 

Discover nature

 

Various cycling and hiking trails lead through the Ellwangen Lake District, the routes of which can be viewed at www.ellwangen-tourismus.de. For anyone who doesn't just want to hike or drive through nature, a trip to the Ellwanger Schlossweiher nature reserve is ideal. The Stuttgart Regional Council offers two interactive tours via the app “On the move in the nature reserve” that families can use to discover and experience the nature reserve. Another option is a visit to the Josefstal. There you can observe aurochs from several points. Or you can borrow the “Kids Tour” scavenger hunt and hunt across the Ellwanger Galgenwald.
 

Fun and culture in the city

 

In addition to knowledge about nature, there is history and culture to discover in Ellwangen itself. Special tours of the city and museums are offered for children. For example, the children can discover “figures” in the cityscape of Ellwangen or get to know the city “at every turn”. There are also special children's educational programs and guided tours for families in the castle museum and the Alamannenmuseum. The Ellwanger family book “Search for Traces with Mr. Hariolf - The Vita Hariolfi (not only) for children” is also interesting. It explains the city's history in a child-friendly way and invites you to actively search for clues in the city yourself. The many playgrounds, which invite parents to run around and rest, also provide variety during the day in the city.