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Südostallee, 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
Südostallee, 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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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