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Berlin→Paris, France

“A 5-day adventure road trip from Berlin area to Paris via Harz, Rhine, and Champagne”

5days
2,000 kmDistance
19stops
€1,505Est. cost
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  • ~24h 21m driving
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Berlin → Wernigerode
277 km3h 36m
Start
Berlin
Drive 200 km on A2/A14 (~2.5 h) from Berlin area
1
Attraction4.5Wernigerode, Germany

Wernigerode Castle

11:00–13:302h 30m here€30

Hilltop castle with views; great for photos

Book tickets on arrival; stroller-friendly paths vary
Drive 25 km to Ilsetal trailhead (~0.5 h)
2
Food4.8Wernigerode, Germany

Wernigerode

13:40–14:401h here€80

Regional Harz dishes with kid-friendly options

Ask for half portions; carry water for the afternoon
Drive 10 km back to Wernigerode (~0.25 h)
3
Activity4.7Ilsenburg, Germany

Ilse valley

15:10–17:102h here

Easy riverside hike with shaded sections

Choose a 3–5 km out-and-back for kids
Overnight stay
4
Overnight4.4Wernigerode, Germany

Harzer Kultur- & Kongresshotel Wernigerode

17:30–18:301h here€160

Comfortable base near old town for families

Request family room and on-site parking

Day 2

Wernigerode → Koblenz
398 km4h 54m
Drive 150 km to Kassel (~2 h)
5
Attraction4.7Kassel, Germany

Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe

10:30–13:002h 30m here€20

UNESCO park with palace views and trails

Do the upper viewpoints; keep time for kids' breaks
Drive 210 km to Koblenz (~2.5 h)
6
Food4.7Kassel, Germany

Mistral

13:15–14:151h here€85

Quick local meal and simple fast options

Good stop to refuel before the Rhine leg
Drive 5 km to hotel (~0.2 h)
7
Attraction4.6Koblenz, Germany

Seilbahn Koblenz - Talstation

16:45–18:452h here€60

River confluence viewpoint and fortress vistas

Cable car is weather-dependent; bring light layers
Overnight stay
8
Overnight4.3Koblenz, Germany

Hotel Morjan

19:00–20:001h here€165

Central stay near promenades and old town

Pre-book parking; ask for quiet family room

Day 3

Koblenz → Schiltigheim
356 km4h 51m
Drive 220 km to Strasbourg (~2.5 h)
9
Attraction4.8Strasbourg, France

Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg

11:00–13:302h 30m here€10

Gothic landmark and canals for photography

Climb only if kids are up for stairs; keep valuables secure
Drive 35 km to Mont Sainte-Odile (~0.75 h)
10
Food4.3Strasbourg, France

Winstub le Clou

13:40–14:401h here€90

Local Alsace flavors; kid-friendly plates

Reserve if possible; request a high chair early
Drive 35 km to hotel (~0.75 h)
11
Activity4.9Ottrott, France

Point de vue Rocher Oberkirch

15:25–17:252h here

Short scenic walk with wide views

Wear grippy shoes; keep kids close near edges
Overnight stay
12
Overnight4.9Schiltigheim, France

Au Merlenchanteur

18:10–19:101h here€170

Easy access stay with parking

Confirm A/C and parking height for SUV

Day 4

Schiltigheim → Val-de-Vesle
380 km4h 18m
Drive 165 km to Metz (~1.8 h)
13
Attraction4.8Metz, France

Cathédrale Saint-Etienne de Metz

10:20–12:502h 30m here€10

Stained glass, river views, historic streets

Great shaded stroll; pick a short loop for kids
Drive 210 km to Reims (~2.3 h)
14
Food3.7Metz, France

Quick Metz Borny

13:00–14:001h here€85

Fast and local options near the center

Plan a restroom break before the next drive
Drive 3 km to hotel (~0.25 h)
15
Attraction4.8Reims, France

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims

16:20–18:502h 30m here€20

Iconic Gothic cathedral and photo spots

Evening light is great for photos; keep kids hydrated
Overnight stay
16
Overnight4.8Val-de-Vesle, France

Sérénaé Val de Vesle

19:05–20:051h here€165

Comfortable stopover with easy parking

Choose parking included; request quiet room

Day 5

Val-de-Vesle → Paris
589 km6h 42m
Drive 250 km to Étretat (~2.8 h)
17
Activity4.8Étretat, France

Falaise d'Aval

11:15–13:152h here

Coastal cliffs and beach; classic Normandy views

Watch tides; keep distance from cliff edges
Drive 210 km to Paris (~2.5 h)
18
Food5.0Étretat, France

Oyster Club

13:25–14:251h here€95

Local coastal flavors and simple fast options

Ask about allergens; pack snacks for the Paris drive
Trip ends in Paris
19
Attraction4.7Paris, France

Place du Trocadero

16:55–19:252h 30m here

Best classic Paris photo angles and architecture

Use metro/walk after parking; watch for pickpockets
Finish
Paris, France

Before you go

Local tips

  • 1Keep hikes short and flexible for kids
  • 2Park once in cities and use walking/metro
  • 3Carry coins/cards for parking meters and tolls
  • 4Aim to arrive at attractions before peak crowds

Good to know

  • 1Secure valuables in tourist areas
  • 2Check coastal tide times at Étretat
  • 3Do not leave items visible in the SUV
  • 4Allow extra time for urban traffic near Paris

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