Family Cycling Holidays

Family bike vacations: reconnecting with nature

Have you ever thought about a family cycling holiday? Now is the time! Cycle along beautiful European rivers, enjoy sunshine and stunning beaches or stroll through cities and villages on the way. With Eurocycles, even the smallest family members can be part of the tour and explore vineyards, coastlines and lake sceneries together with you. To make your family holiday a success, we suggest sorting out the right equipment in advance. If you travel with children younger than four years, we recommend carrying at least one alternative vehicle along. Even if your kids are good cyclists, a family bike vacation can be tiring from time to time. Children under three can easily travel in a mounted children seat that is attached at either the back or front of an adult bike. Older children can take a seat to recover in a trailer or on a tag-along-bike. Like this, you can travel longer distances without exhausting the children completely.

Tips for your family cycling holidays

Choosing the right route is crucial for a family bike trip. It is important that the first family bike tour is a positive adventure and does not turn into exhaustion and something overwhelming. Otherwise, your children will not be happy about further bike vacations. Depending on the fitness level and age of your children, the suggested route length varies. Children in preschool should not travel further than six miles, kids in primary school no longer than nine miles and older children no longer than 12 miles per day. The profile of the route should be mostly flat, so that you do not have to climb uphill or cycle down steep descents. We also recommend choosing paths that are less frequented by cars to limit the risks of unnecessary accidents. Most of our center-based bike holidays tick all of the boxes above and are very suitable for families. You do not have to pack and unpack every day and if a child is feeling unwell, your hotel is not too far away. Speaking of luggage: These things are an absolute must-have when traveling with children:

• Enough snacks
• One water bottle per family member
• A first aid kit
• A bottle of insect repellent
• Sunscreen according to your destination and the sun intensity

Pro tip: We recommend going on self-guided tours so you can plan many breaks. Make sure to choose good spots for your breaks to keep the spirit up: Next stop will be at an ice-cream parlor! Wait for our next stop: A picnic by the lake! Like this, the kids stay motivated during your family cycling tour.

Discover Europe’s most beautiful places with your children

The trip is planned, your luggage is packed. However, the biggest question remains: What is the best destination for your family bike vacation? At Eurocycles, all your wishes will come true. We have many national and international family holidays in store for you. An all-time favorite are our Germany trips along the Elbe cycle route or our Danube cycling holiday. The bike paths are quiet roads along the river without too much elevation. Alternatively, our holidays get you to stunning lakes or directly to the sea. The Lake Balaton in Hungary is a great destination if you are looking for paved and easy roads. If you prefer the sea, we can recommend a coastal tour in Belgium. The roads are quiet and only have a few elevations, so that they are also suitable for multiday trips. Whichever adventure you choose: Eurocycles is here for you! We transport your luggage to family-friendly hotels and accommodations so you can enjoy your family time to the fullest! In addition, we offer rental bikes that are equipped for family cycling holidays. Everything is set for your holiday, what are you waiting for?

Family cycling vacations as your special treat!

Bike holidays with children are always a very special experience. You will cherish the memories of the trip forever. We recommend the motto “less is more”: Do shorter legs and enjoy your family breaks together. Like this, your offspring will keep the holiday in good memory and is ready for the next family bike adventure.

Frequently asked questions about family bike vacations

Which preparations are necessary for a family bike tour?

Choose your track profile according to the fitness level of the youngest family member. Once you have chosen a holiday, gather suitable bike aids for children, such as tag-along-bikes, trailers or mounted children seats.

Which equipment is crucial for a family cycling holiday?

We recommend packing enough sunscreen, a first aid kit and one water bottle per person. In addition, you should ensure that every family member has a fitted helmet.

When is the right time for a bike holiday with children?

Depending on the track and bicycle, every child is ready for a bike vacation. Small children can travel in trailers or mounted children seats whereas a tag-along-bike can support older children. Plan enough breaks to keep the holiday spirit up at all times.