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649 farms for holidays with children, 262 in Austria, 224 in Germany, and 149 in Italy. 519 of these have a playground, 273 a petting zoo, and on 430 children can help with feeding the animals. 272 ​​allow children to ride along on the tractor.

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Farm holidays with children: animals, hay and lots of outdoor time

On the farm, children get exactly what they love most: animals to pet, a meadow to run around in, and adults who let them be themselves. Instead of a structured program with set times, there's a typical farm day, and children naturally fall into it.

In practice, it looks like this: in the morning, they go to the barn to collect eggs and feed the rabbits, then spend half the day outside. Things usually quiet down in the afternoon because the children have had quite a lot of adventures. For parents, that's the best part.

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Stay for a week or just drop by for an afternoon?

The term "children's farm" means two very different things, and both are popular. Some families want to stay for a week, others are looking for a nice destination for a Sunday afternoon.

The farms on this page are holiday farms. They rent out holiday apartments, flats, and rooms, and children can experience how a farm works over several days. Many farms also welcome day visitors, for example, for a farm tour or to shop in the farm store. Those who only want to come for a few hours can find suitable addresses on the list of farms that offer day trips .

A tip for your visit: Give them a quick call beforehand. On a real farm, the day is dictated by the weather and fieldwork, and together you can quickly find the busiest time. The farming families are always happy to have visitors.

What children experience on these farms

To give you a clear picture, we have counted all 649 farms on this page:

Zieglinde is happy

Zieglinde recounted

Two numbers caught my eye, and I really like both of them.

First: 51 of the 649 farms offer childcare. There, children spend the day with the hosts or with trained childcare providers. On the remaining farms, the farm itself provides activities: animals, hay, a sandbox with toys, and of course, other children. You'll be amazed at how reliably it works.

Secondly, 47 of the 50 top farm awards given across Europe in 2026 went to farms that are geared towards families. Almost all the farms with the best guest reviews are therefore family-run. As I always say: where children are happy, the parents are too.

Which farm is suitable for which age group?

With baby and toddler

Pay attention to the equipment provided for babies and toddlers , such as a crib, highchair, and changing facilities; often a stroller is also available to borrow. At this age, it's more important than a playground that the apartment is on the ground floor and that the yard is easily supervised. When inquiring, ask about childproofed stairs and where the machinery operates.

Kindergarten and primary school

Farm holidays are most enjoyable at this age. Feeding animals, collecting eggs, jumping in the hay, riding along on the tractor . A petting zoo makes it even better, but the real highlight is helping out, and that's expressly encouraged on most farms.

From about ten years old

Now pony rides , horseback riding, and real activities become exciting, along with table tennis and a trampoline for in-between moments. The surroundings also become more important: bike paths, a swimming lake, and a toboggan run in winter. It's best when other children of the right age are there. This information isn't available in any database; it's best to ask directly at the farm.

with young people

Honestly, Wi-Fi is more important than a playground these days, and around 260 farms have registered for it. It's also worth looking at farms with horseback riding, proximity to water, or a ski area. Then the older generation will have something to enjoy as well.

Family farms with pool and bathing lake

Water is high on the wish list for families, and an outdoor pool is a classic. Around a hundred farms have one. If you're not set on a pool, the selection becomes significantly larger: a bathing lake, swimming pond, or a nearby public swimming pool also count, bringing the total to over three hundred farms.

of which with swimming facilities (343) of which with outdoor pool (104) of which with bathing lake (74) of which with swimming pond (39) of which with indoor pool (13)

Where the family farms are located

The Alpine region accounts for the largest share, in addition to the Italian businesses between South Tyrol and Tuscany and a growing number in the German low mountain ranges.

Family farms in Austria (255) Family farms in the Alps (227) Family farms in Germany (222) Family farms in Italy (146) Family farms in Bavaria (99) Family farms in South Tyrol (83) Family farms in Salzburg (74) Family farms in Tyrol (50) Family farms in the Allgäu (48) Family farms in the Pongau ( 42 ) Family farms in Styria (41) Family farms in Carinthia (36) Family farms in Upper Bavaria (31)Family farms in Tuscany (31) Family farms in Rhineland-Palatinate (29)

There is a separate overview of family farms for a total of 104 regions. If your desired region is not listed here, you can find it using the region selection above.

Frequently asked questions about farm holidays with children

The word is used for two things. Firstly, for adventure farms and educational facilities that welcome children for the day. And secondly, as it's meant here, for a working farm that accommodates families and lets children participate in daily farm life. The farms on this page belong to the second group: They rent out holiday apartments and rooms, and children are welcome to help with the animals and farm work. If you'd like to visit for just an afternoon, the "Day Trip Possible" filter will help you.

Children between the ages of three and ten benefit the most. They are independent enough to help out and enthusiastic enough to be the first ones in the barn every morning. It works just as well with babies and toddlers; in that case, the focus is primarily on equipment for babies and toddlers . And for teenagers, there should be something else to do on or near the farm, such as horseback riding, a lake, or a ski resort.

Around a hundred farms on this page have an outdoor pool , some even an indoor pool for rainy days. The "Swimming facilities " filter offers even more options: it also shows all farms with a nearby lake , swimming pond , or outdoor pool – and there are over three hundred of those.

Yes, some farms offer childcare, usually as part of a holiday program during peak season. If you'd like fixed childcare hours, you can find these farms using the "Childcare" filter. On all other farms, things are more relaxed: children can keep themselves occupied with the animals, in the hay, and with other children, and the farming family is always nearby. Many parents appreciate this combination of freedom and oversight.

On most farms, this is expressly encouraged. It's most common when feeding the animals , often also when collecting eggs and caring for the animals, and less frequently during haymaking or milking. What needs doing depends on the time of year. Ask when you inquire; the farming families are happy to tell you what's going on during your travel dates.

The cheapest option is usually a self-catering holiday apartment , and that's exactly what most of these farms offer. Many farms also give children a discount, depending on their age. You can see the price for each farm directly in the search results. For a more detailed overview with money-saving tips, see " affordable farm holidays" and "how much does a farm holiday cost ?"

Dogs are welcome on about a third of family farms, and on others by arrangement . Because there are also farm animals, there are usually a few rules about leashes and off-leash areas. Ask about these when you inquire, so your dog knows from day one where it's allowed to run free.

Certified family farms and award-winning businesses

If you'd also like to look for a verified standard, two options are worth considering. Certified family farms meet an editorially reviewed set of criteria. And the top farms of 2026 are the establishments with the best guest reviews of the year; almost all of them are family farms.

Find your family farm now

Above you'll find all the farms with pictures, amenities, and guest reviews. Filter by region, animals, pool, or meals, and contact the farming family directly; they'll reply personally. And if petting animals is high on your wish list, farms with petting zoos are the quickest way to get started.

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