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Activities for the whole family

Discover Bayreuth's wide range of leisure activities!

As a family with children, there is lots for you to do in Bayreuth.

Primeval World Museum

Information about the earth history of Upper Franconia, in particular about the history of life (Paleontology), and rock foundation (Geology), as well as minerals (Mineralogy).

Minigolfanlage Bayreuth

Minigolf – a few exciting hours for young and old

The 18-hole minigolf course in Bayreuth combines fun with concentration and gives young and old a great time.

Röhrensee © Stadtgartenamt Bayreuth

The zoo in the south of the city, is one of the most popular recreational areas of the population of Bayreuth. The lake exists since 1891 in its present form. The name goes back to the fact that wooden tubes, for the first water pipes in Bayreuth, were stored here.

The playground guide for little adventurers

On Bayreuth’s playgrounds, children enjoy plenty of variety and lots of opportunities to experiment and romp around.

The Siegesturm in Bayreuth – Enjoy the View!

The 17-metre-high Siegesturm (Victory Tower) in the north of Bayreuth offers a wonderful view over the town and is easy to reach on foot.

The children’s and youth library in the RW21

The children’s and youth library has up-to-date media from picture books to the Toniebox, plenty of space for reading aloud, playing and discovering, and a colourful programme of events and activities.

Tropfsteine in der Teufelshöhle

Teufelshöhle (Devil’s Cave) in Pottenstein

The Teufelshöhle (Devil’s Cave) near Pottenstein is an experience for young and old and offers a glimpse into our history. (Distance from Bayreuth: 35 km)

Exitmobil (c) wundersam anders e.V.

The Exit-Mobil – set off on a puzzling adventure

With the Exit-Mobil of the association wundersam anders e.V. you will discover worlds full of secrets and experience real adventures.

Tschakka Bay – the play paradise for children

Tschakka Bay is an active jungle park where children can romp, play and have fun whatever the weather. Fun for children is guaranteed.

Alpine Coaster Bischofsgrün – Speed Down the Ochsenkopf!

The new Alpine Coaster on the Ochsenkopf in Bischofsgrün offers fun and action for the whole family. (Distance from Bayreuth: 27 km)

Bemalte Döschen

Paint Me – Paint and Design Your Own Ceramics

At Paint Me, children and adults can easily decorate ceramics to their own taste with paint, brushes and decorations.

Erlebnisfelsen Pottenstein

The Erlebnisfelsen Pottenstein offers adventure for everyone.

The Erlebnisfelsen Pottenstein offers a close-to-nature experience in which tobogganing and adventure take centre stage. (Distance from Bayreuth: 34 km)

Streichelgehege im Waldhaus

Waldhaus Mehlmeisel – Experience Native Wildlife Here

Discover and experience our native wildlife on the barrier-free circular trail through the open-air animal enclosure at the Waldhaus. (Distance from Bayreuth: 30 km)

Insider Hiking Tip: Children’s Adventure Trail near Mengersdorf

People from Bayreuth share their favourite walks with us. Today’s tip comes from Nadine Badewitz and is perfect for a short hike with children: “I absolutely love walking the children’s adventure trail near Mengersdorf with my little daughter (3½).You can park at the Gutshof Mengersdorf estate. From there the path leads into the forest.The trail, …

Gehäkeltes Krokodil am Schamusi-Weg

Hiking the Schamusi-Weg

If you are planning your next outing and feel like getting some exercise, we have just the thing for you – the Schamusi-Weg! (Distance from Bayreuth: 21 km)