Leisure

Family leisure activities must be suitable for all family members. In addition, outings and trips must remain affordable—otherwise, costs can quickly add up, especially for families with many children.  

When the sun is shining in the summer, North Rhine-Westphalia’s local swimming spots offer a well-deserved chance to cool off—and for very little money. Time flies, and physical activity is fun for the whole family. To ensure your day at the beach goes smoothly, you should know the most important beach rules. You can learn more about this in the corresponding section.

And if the weather isn’t cooperating, we recommend our classic games. Are you familiar with Papperlapapp, Battleship, Tic-Tac-Toe, and City, Country, and More? They guarantee precious moments of play for young and old alike and are a great alternative to TV, smartphones, and the like. Just download them here, print them out, and gather the whole family around the table.  

Shared vacation experiences—far removed from the daily family routine—are especially important for parents and children. But families can’t always afford such a break. The nonprofit family vacation centers in North Rhine-Westphalia and other federal states offer many attractive destinations that take families’ needs and circumstances into account. Numerous federal states provide subsidies for these programs. Read all about vacations at family vacation centers here.