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Berlin→Paris, France

5 days · 2,000 km · 19 stops

5days

2,000 kmDistance

19stops

€1,505Est. cost

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

Estimated cost

€1,505estimated total

Stays €660

Fuel €260

Food €435

Other €150

Estimates generated at planning time — your actual costs may vary.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

277 km3h 36m

Start

Berlin

Drive 200 km on A2/A14 (~2.5 h) from Berlin area

1

Attraction4.5

Wernigerode Castle

Wernigerode, Germany

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

Food4.8

Wernigerode

Wernigerode, Germany

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

Activity4.7

Ilse valley

Ilsenburg, Germany

15:10–17:102h here

Easy riverside hike with shaded sections

Choose a 3–5 km out-and-back for kids

Overnight stay

4

Overnight4.4

Harzer Kultur- & Kongresshotel Wernigerode

Wernigerode, Germany

17:30–18:301h here€160

Comfortable base near old town for families

Request family room and on-site parking

Day 2

398 km4h 54m

Drive 150 km to Kassel (~2 h)

5

Attraction4.7

Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe

Kassel, Germany

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

Food4.7

Mistral

Kassel, Germany

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

Attraction4.6

Seilbahn Koblenz - Talstation

Koblenz, Germany

16:45–18:452h here€60

River confluence viewpoint and fortress vistas

Cable car is weather-dependent; bring light layers

Overnight stay

8

Overnight4.3

Hotel Morjan

Koblenz, Germany

19:00–20:001h here€165

Central stay near promenades and old town

Pre-book parking; ask for quiet family room

Day 3

356 km4h 51m

Drive 220 km to Strasbourg (~2.5 h)

9

Attraction4.8

Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg

Strasbourg, France

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

Food4.3

Winstub le Clou

Strasbourg, France

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

Activity4.9

Point de vue Rocher Oberkirch

Ottrott, France

15:25–17:252h here

Short scenic walk with wide views

Wear grippy shoes; keep kids close near edges

Overnight stay

12

Overnight4.9

Au Merlenchanteur

Schiltigheim, France

18:10–19:101h here€170

Easy access stay with parking

Confirm A/C and parking height for SUV

Day 4

380 km4h 18m

Drive 165 km to Metz (~1.8 h)

13

Attraction4.8

Cathédrale Saint-Etienne de Metz

Metz, France

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

Food3.7

Quick Metz Borny

Metz, France

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

Attraction4.8

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims

Reims, France

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

Overnight4.8

Sérénaé Val de Vesle

Val-de-Vesle, France

19:05–20:051h here€165

Comfortable stopover with easy parking

Choose parking included; request quiet room

Day 5

589 km6h 42m

Drive 250 km to Étretat (~2.8 h)

17

Activity4.8

Falaise d'Aval

Étretat, France

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

Food5.0

Oyster Club

Étretat, France

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

Attraction4.7

Place du Trocadero

Paris, France

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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