Windows down, playlist on, snacks in the backseat and off you go on your next road trip adventure. Road trips might just be the most beautiful way to travel as a family. We’re sharing our favorite kid-friendly routes, from Southern France to Southern Burgenland: handpicked, family-tested, and full of that special Urban Kids magic.
Family Road Trip Through Southern France: From the Drôme to the Ardèche
Lavender fields, deep gorges, and rivers perfect for paddling Southern France is made for families who love nature and a sense of ease.
Our road trip through the Drôme, Ardèche, and Isère felt like a summer fairytale: tasting chocolate at Valrhona, canoeing through the gorges, exploring caves, and staying on charming little campsites.
Road Trip Through Burgenland: From Vienna to Southern Burgenland
Who says big adventures have to take you far? This road trip starts right on your doorstep in Vienna and takes you deep into the gentle, sun-kissed landscapes of Burgenland.
First stop: Lake Neusiedl. Where waterbirds glide, boats bob on the waves, and kids dangle their feet off the pier that’s where the holiday feeling begins.
From there, the road leads past small wineries, hidden farms, and nature parks all the way down to Southern Burgenland – a region even quieter than its reputation. Perfect for families in search of true downtime. Along the way, you’ll find farm cafés, sunflower fields, charming places to stay, and nothing but nature.
From Strasbourg to the Atlantic Coast
A road trip through France combines culture, cuisine, and that true holiday feeling.
It all begins in Strasbourg, where timber-framed houses meet tarte flambée and the kids fall in love with the city between fountains and the cathedral.
From there, it’s on through Alsace with a stop at the charming Hotel Pêche de Vigne, before the Europa-Park adds a good dose of adrenaline.
Next up: Épernay, sparkling with the magic of Champagne.
The grand finale awaits on the Atlantic coast with wild waves, oyster shacks in Pornic, and the island of Noirmoutier, where every day tastes of salt, bike rides, and pure freedom.
Road Trip Along the French Atlantic Coast
The French Atlantic coast is wild, wide, and wonderful perfect for families who love nature, the sea, and a sense of freedom.
This road trip pairs beautifully with a stopover in Paris for a crêpe along Canal Saint-Martin, a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower, or a boat ride on the Seine before heading toward the ocean.
Once at the coast, you’ll find endless sandy beaches, rolling dunes, pine forests, quaint oyster ports, and charming campsites or holiday homes with the sound of the sea right outside your door.
Ideal for anyone who wants to breathe deep between swimming, cycling, and browsing the local fish market.
Provence Road Trip with Kids
The scent of summer in Provence comes with the sound of cicadas, village markets, and woven sun hats.
For families who love strolling through picture-perfect towns, snacking on fresh figs, and staying in charming bastide-style hotels, a road trip through Provence is just the thing.
Our tip: Start in Avignon or Aix-en-Provence, explore the region in small stages, stay spontaneous, and take your time for stops in lavender fields, by riversides, or in little coves along the Mediterranean.
Provence gives you space to breathe – and that’s exactly what makes it so special for families.
Portugal Road Trip with Kids
A road trip through Portugal blends vibrant city life, beach adventures, and that unique southern ease.
The journey begins in Lisbon, with its colorful alleys, vintage trams, and scenic viewpoints that even leave kids momentarily speechless.
From there, head to the coast for example, to Santa Cruz, where little surfer dreams come true and the sand never fully dries beneath your feet.
Then follow the road along the coastline or venture inland toward Porto, where boats bob on the Douro, laundry dances in the wind, and the city charms with its creativity and laid-back spirit.
