Playmobil Fun Park in Bavaria, Germany
Last summer, we were traveling in southern Germany on a camping trip and decided to stop at Playmobil Fun Park in Zirndorf just outside of Nuremberg, Germany. My husband used to play with Playmobil (Spiele) toys when he was a child, and our children have also enjoyed playing with Playmobil.
Next to Lego, Playmobil has been one of their most treasured toys. When we were doing research of what to do in Bavaria (southeast Germany), we found that there was an entire fun park just for Playmobil. We knew that it had to be a part of our summer trip.
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Planning our trip to Playmobil Fun Park
As I had mentioned, we were in Germany on a camping trip, and when we tried to fit Playmobil Fun Park into our itinerary, we noticed that it would have to be on a day we were traveling from one campground to another in Germany.
This meant that we had much of a day to spend there, but we knew we couldn’t stay from open to close. We tried to make the most of our time, and we were pleasantly surprised that we were able to have a great day and experience most of everything.
Parking with a Camper at Playmobil Fun Park
Driving to Playmobil Fun Park was as it would be in any city with a camper trailer. We needed to be mindful of the narrower streets and sharper turns, but it was manageable. Parking was also not so much of a hassle.
When we were back home in Denmark, I had done some online research and had even emailed someone at the fun park to make sure we would be able to find parking for our camper.
Here is a great place to camp when in southern Germany: Strandcamping Waging am See!
They had clearly-marked signs for where people could park, and there were special lots just for people with campers. We had no problem fitting in the lot and even noticed that a few other campers were pulling up at the same time.
Though the walk to the entrance was a few blocks away, it wasn’t something that bothered us at all. We were just happy not to have to worry about the camper. It allowed us the peace of mind to relax and have a fun, family day!
About Playmobil Fun Park
One thing that really helps out families, in my opinion, is that Playmobil Fun Park is not a regular amusement park. There are NO RIDES!! This might come as a bit of a surprise and throw some people off, but I have to say that I am glad there were no rides, though I was a bit unsure of it all at first. This meant that there wouldn’t be long lines, so I quickly warmed up to the idea!!
The park is made up of “fun” areas that are designed after the many different themes of the Playmobil toys. They have a police headquarters, a Western town, a pirate ship, dinosaurs, tree houses and more. All are things that you can climb on or do some type of fun, imaginative play.
In reality, it is much like the most magnificent playground you have ever visited. They have everything to make your imagination run wild!
Entrance to Playmobil Fun Park
As we approached the entrance to the park, we were greeted with what looked like a small castle where you could buy tickets. The prices were much better than at an amusement park, and I had a feeling that the boys would be enjoying it much more.
Right away we saw some Playmobil figures that the boys wanted to check out. They loved that the normally small figures were actually the same size as they were. After a quick photo opp, we checked the map to see where the boys wanted to go first.
Playmobil Castle and Slides
We were very close to the castle, but we couldn’t tell. It was hidden. The map also suggested that we were near some slides, but they too were hidden. They boys had a great time exploring to find both. They found the slides first and had to try each one.
Slides
They were having so much fun that they even lost me for a bit of time. I figured that I’d see them eventually at the end of a slide, but I think they were spying on me the whole time! 😉 There were quite a few children there that day.
There was also a daycare group, but that didn’t mean that my boys were standing too long, waiting for the slides. It all worked out well, and we really had a lot of fun!
Castle
After the slides, they wanted to see if they could find the castle. We love Playmobil castles. We have two of them at home, but the thought of playing in one was a bit more than my little guys to handle.
They charged the castle gate like some would-be invaders! 🙂 We found the throne room, the dungeons and the towers.
There was even a spot outside the castle walls where you could shackle up a naughty troll or two. They also had a rock-climbing wall to help other invaders reach the castle form the back.
Nature Obstacle Course
As we were walking away from the castle, we noticed a patch of trees where there were a few children gathering. It was so nice to have so much nature in this fun park with some shade.
Apparently, there was a way to get down the hill, through the trees by some type of wood and rope course. It was quite an adventure for all, since my husband and I also had to go that way. At the bottom of the path, we were surprised at what we found there.
Playmobil Dinos
We saw what looked like a mini volcano. The boys were beyond curious and had to take a peek inside. Instead of being filled with lava, it was equipped with ropes which the boys wasted no time in climbing.
Afterwards, they decided to explore outside the volcano, which is when we found the dinosaurs. They were really a lot of fun. My boys never mention that they particularly like dinosaurs, but when they were faced with some right in front of them, they couldn’t stop saying how “cool” they were.
Maybe they were a bit cooler since you could play on and around them. We liked the triceratops the most! After the boys played a bit in the dinosaur area, we noticed a tree nearby with a hole cut into it. We just had to check it out.
Playmobil Ancient Temple
On the other side of the mysterious tree, there was a passage and rope bridge which lead to a secret “ruin” of some sort. It had a waterfall inside and water coming out of it.
It looked like something Indiana Jones would have come into contact with, and of course, my boys had to take the rope bridge way to get over the water when they left the ruin. Dad chose the more practical way and took the rock path.
Playmobil Pirate Land
The boys wanted to take the most “dangerous” paths, but we tried to steer them in the right directions. As we followed the rocks and the water, we were quickly in the pirate area where a very large Playmobil pirate ship sat in a pond of water.
Playmobil Soldier Post
Off to the side was a small island that looked like it could be their hideout or possibly a jail the navy used to put the pirates. There was a Playmobil naval soldier standing on the dock, which lead to a wooden bridge, which gave you the feeling of “walking the plank”.
Playmobil Pirate Ship
Apparently, the only way on or off the ship was by this bridge, and we were ready for the challenge.
After we made it over the bridge, we had a great time discovering all the places that you could climb, hide and play on the ship. The boys loved looking out the windows and pretending that we were on the open sea.
They looked at the map and charter their course to look for buried treasure. The boys were in 7th Heaven and asked if they could get a pirate ship in our backyard at home. I’m completely open to that. If you are a master woodsman reading this post, we know where you can build your next project! 🙂
Once we were back on land again, my husband took the boys over to some wooden rafts. This might have been the only place where we had seen a line so far that day, but even then, I couldn’t really call it a line, since it didn’t take long for all three fellows to climb aboard a raft and set out on an adventure.
I loved that the boys were getting lots of exercise and were completely entertained in the process. Not once did I hear a complain about someone being too tired!
Playmobil Pirate Rafts
Playmobil Tree Houses
We were getting a bit hungry for a snack and decided to find a shady area to sit down. Little did we know that the nearby shady spot would be a completely new “land” for a bit of fun in the trees. Almost unable to control their excitement, the boy sat for a whole 2 minutes to eat a granola bar and get a few sips from their water bottles.
They couldn’t be bothered with any more nourishment than that! They needed to explore. The day was also starting to get a bit warm, which wasn’t uncommon since it was early July. The tree house area had two very large and fun-looking tree houses which were designed, much like everything else, to give you a feeling that you were some type of explorer on a quest.
There were also other areas where the children could climb and investigate, and they even had a little stream, which was a perfect place for the little ones to cool off.
Playmobil Beer Garden
Because we wanted to have fun, but also stay on a budget, we decided to pack our lunch and bring it in a cooler bag. We were lucky that the beer garden had lots of nice picnic tables with plenty of shade. In Germany, beer gardens are typically found under chestnut trees.
Playmobil Fun Park followed this tradition and couldn’t have made a prettier place for us to enjoy our lunch. We also used this as a time to check the map and plan the rest of our day.
There was a small building next to the beer garden where you could buy different items for a meal, drink and snack. Yes, you could also buy a beer there. They also have an indoor area at the entrance to the park that has lots of food options.
The weather was perfect for us to eat outside in the shade, and we were very glad for it. Because we visited the park at a time when school was still in session in Germany, we also didn’t have any trouble finding a free table. Many other families, also, brought their own lunches.
Playmobil Farm
After lunch we decided to head over to the Playmobil farm where there were life-size animals, a barn and more. The boys really loved pretending that they were farmers.
They milked cows, brushed and washed the horses and played around in the barn. They also couldn’t resist hopping up on the big tractor!
Nearby, smaller children were having fun playing on small, riding tractors.
This place proved to cater to the very small, but my 8 and 5 year old didn’t feel left out. There was still plenty for them to try. I really loved how Playmobil Fun Park was so interactive.
My boys could actually play with everything there. The fun park really allowed children to use their imaginations, and there were certainly no dull moments for us that day!
Playmobil Octa Climbing Nets
Next to the farm was a playground where the boys could climb on a very large net structure. They also had other things to play on, as would any playground. I felt that Playmobil Fun Park was very well-designed.
Find more climbing adventure in Germany at the Baumwipfelpfad Schwarzwald in the Black Forest!
They didn’t group all of the climbing areas together, but instead, they were spread out in between areas where there was just imaginative play. I think it helped to give the children a break at times with places like the farm and the dinosaur area, since the pirate ship, tree houses, climbing nets, and others were more physical.
Playmobil Parkour Area
The parkour area was near the climbing nets. I think that this was more suited for bigger children, since my 5 year old was struggling to do some of the activities. It is also the area where I did see more children who seemed to be 9 years old and up.
There were wooden playgrounds, rope bridges, balance beams, and a mixture of all of these in one course. They even had a metal wave of sorts, in which the boys had to stand on a platform on wheels and move it back and forth without falling off. It proved to be a real challenge.
Big brother really enjoyed all of the balancing courses and tried each one, while little brother was equally as excited and tried to keep up. Mom and Dad also tried a few of these, but I have to say that the boys were much better at them!
Playmobil Police Station and GoCarts
Of all the things that we tried, there is one thing that we didn’t. The Playmobil GoCarts at the Playmobil Police Station was the first area we saw people waiting in line. Though we knew that it wouldn’t take forever compared to the lines at amusement parks, we still opted out of doing it.
I think the heat of the day was starting to get to the boys, and they still had other areas they wanted to explore before we had to go. Our time was limited since we needed to get back on the road towards our next campground.
The boys did have fun playing on the helicopter and in the pretend police station, though, and Dad and I really enjoyed putting them in jail! 🙂
Playmobil Western Town and Goldmine
Another good “pretend” place was the Playmobil Western Town and Goldmine. Here, the boys could dig in the sand and look for gold and other jewels. They were very keen on doing this. When they were done, they could buy a small Playmobil treasure chest to put their goods. These were fairly inexpensive and a great souvenir, so we, of course, bought two.
The Playmobil Western Town was very cute. It made you feel like you were playing in one of the Playmobil toy sets. Children could pump water from the well and also ride a life-size stagecoach.
You could test your cowboy skills by shooting guns and roping steers. Of course, there was also a small playground in case that wasn’t enough to entertain you.
The Playmobil Goldmine was just that, a pretend goldmine that they boys had a lot of fun exploring. Everything looked amazing. The boys were really having an adventure and loved going from being knights, to pirates to farmers to cowboys. Excellent fun!
Snack Break in Cowboy Land
The day was getting hotter by the minute, and we were very happy to find a vending machine for drinks here. You could also buy an ice cream or other items in their snack stand. It was perfect weather for a Popsicle break!
Playmobil Water Play Areas
As I mentioned before, it was really starting to get a bit warm, and the boys were moving slower because of it. We were so happy that the three water areas were next on our list. We really needed to get fresh.
These areas were quite amazing and a lot of fun. Wherever there was water, you saw children playing. It was very liberating for my boys to know that they could go anywhere, since it isn’t common that children can play in the water at a fun park.
We weren’t prepared for all the heat and water, so if we were to come back, we definitely would want to bring some swim clothes with us.
Best Place to Cool off on a Warm Day at Playmobil
It might be a bit uncomfortable for the boys to walk around the rest of the park in wet clothes, so we gave them a few limitations as to what could and couldn’t get wet. They didn’t seem to mind and were quickly regaining some energy after getting cooled off.
Dad and I also enjoyed the cool waters.
If we lived closer and had a season pass, we could easily come to Playmobil Fun Park just to play in the water areas for a day. It was difficult to get the boys out of the water! They were having such a good time. The one water area that we liked the most was called the “sand and mud playground”. The look of this made you forget that you were in a fun park, because of all the beautiful trees and plants.
Playmobil Lake and Paddle Boats
Our time at Playmobil Fun Park was getting closer and closer to an end, but we still had lots to explore. We moved on to the Playmobil Lake. Here, you could ride a bike that would create a water stream into the lake, where others were out on paddle boats.
It was nice to look out on the water, which is very unlike other amusement-type parks. This place really had a lot of nature and gave guests the feeling of being in the country instead of being very near a large town in Germany. We were only 7 miles/11 kilometers from Nuremberg.
Playmobil Magical Fairyland
Next on the map was an unlikely place for my two fellows, and I wasn’t sure what my boys would say to a place called “Magical Fairyland”. We are normally very good about not putting gender limitations on things. They, however, are very “boyish” and tend to pick dirty and rough over colorful and magical.
I told them that I was really excited about going to see the fairies and hoped that they would go with me. They said they would but didn’t seem very excited about it.
I have to say, though, that their attitudes changed once we were there. They soon thought it was pretty cool and picked out which fairy was their favorite. Yes, everything was mostly colored in pastels and rainbows, but I am happy to say that my boys had just as much fun playing with the unicorns as they did with the horses in the farm.
Did I mention that they also had a really fun, climbing playground? Though the area was filled with many little girls, I am very happy to have brought my boys there. They deserve to feel that they belong in a magical world, too.
Playmobil Spielplatz/ Playground
One of the last stops of our time at Playmobil Fun Park was at the Playmobil Spielplatz or Playground. This was your typical playground equipped with a very large inflatable, jumping pillow.
It also had playgrounds for both small and larger children.
Noah’s Arc at Playmobil
One area we really loved was the arc playground that had lots of animals around it to give you the feeling of Noah’s biblical voyage. We love going to zoos and seeing the animals, so the boys were happy to see some Playmobil animals around the playground.
Also a few things for the Parents
These areas had benches for adults to sit and watch their children play. It was a nice area and was also close to the beer garden where families could use this as a place to take a break and get a drink or snack.
Nearby the arc, they also had a mini-golf course, but we were running short of time. If we had an entire weekend to spend at Playmobil Fun Park, we would definitely love to try out the mini-golf course as well.
Playmobil HOB Center and Climbing Garden
If you are a fan of Playmobil toys, you will absolutely love the indoor area. This, of course, would be perfect for rainy and cold days at the park, but no matter what, it shouldn’t be missed. Here is not only a place where families can get a meal or sit at one of the many tables for a break, but it is also a place where children can play with almost every Playmobil set and figure they could think of.
HOB Center at Playmobil Fun Park
The HOB Center is set up in areas, where you can visit to play with different sets like: castles, farms, houses, animals and more. Children can climb the stairs to the top of the house and pretend to be playing in the same miniature set that is set up in the bottom portion of the house.
Ghostbusters Playmobil Set
My boys have had lots of Playmobil sets over the years, but they were very excited to play with some sets that they didn’t have. They were particularly interested in the Ghostbusters area, which was quite interesting and unexpected.
Playmobil Climbing Garden
A separate room within this large, glass structure was also a climbing garden. The playgrounds in this section were, by far, the highest climbing structures in the whole park, and it gave the feeling that you were in some type of conservatory, because of all the windows and plants. It didn’t feel like a metal playground with all of the trees around.
When walking from structure to structure via a swinging, rope bridge, you almost felt as if you were walking in a jungle, high above the trees. It added more excitement to the area, and the boys were thrilled to go on another adventure.
To make it all a bit more powerful, you got to slide down a rather long and fun slide at the end! Just watch out for the snake who awaits you at the bottom!!
Playmobil Construction Site
At the very beginning of the park is a large construction site. We skipped this at the beginning of our day and decided to see it at the end instead. This proved to be a better idea, since there were many more children playing on it when we arrived.
My boys have always enjoyed building things, and the thought of being one of the construction workers behind the wheel of a big machine was very exciting. They really liked playing in the stones as well. I appreciated that the park put up shades over the site, since the sun was very hot that day.
This was one of the areas where there wasn’t many trees, since it was at the entrance. Still, my children were able to use their imaginations one last time before leaving. We were happy for that.
Playmobil Shop and Exit
The way to exit the Playmobil Fun Park is via the Playmobil Shop. It also has bathrooms, which were needed before our long drive to the next campground.
Playmobil Gift Shop
The gift shop is the only place in the park where you can buy sets and figures, and they have so many different options for merchandise, that I hadn’t seen before. There were also many good deals on items, which would make it a great place to get a souvenir.
By putting the exit within the gift shop, you can’t avoid going there, so I recommend taking some time to have a look at what they have to offer.
You can also take a complementary catalog with you on the way out. We never miss out on free catalogs, since they are great at keeping the boys occupied for many hours in the car.
Overall thoughts on Playmobil Fun Park
When we were planning our trip to southern Germany, we thought that this would be a perfect place to visit, since we are big fans of the Playmobil toys. I have to say truthfully, though, that I wasn’t completely sure about it.
My Concerns about Playmobil Before we Arrived
When I looked up the park online and found out that it didn’t have any rides, I thought that it might be too targeted towards toddlers and smaller children. I was worried that my children wouldn’t have as much fun.
What We Really Found at Playmobil Fun Park
I am so glad that we decided to try it anyway. Playmobil Fun Park is like no other place we have visited. The whole design of the park is top-notch and very creative. My children never felt bored or unimpressed.
I wished we would have had more time to spend there, because I know that we easily could have spent two days there. I would recommend this park to anyone looking for fun, family activities in Bavaria, outside of Nuremberg and not too far from Munich.
Tips for Visiting Playmobil Fun Park
For families with toddlers and smaller children, I recommend bringing a stroller or wagon. It is also a good idea for everyone to pack their own snacks, drinks and lunches.
If you go on a warm, summer day, don’t forget hats, sunscreen and extra, swim clothes for the children. A towel might not be a bad idea, if you have a stroller or wagon to put all of your gear. They bathrooms are clean and equipped with baby-changing areas.
One thing that I think is also worth mentioning is that they have a laundry house in between the pirate land and the tree houses. This might be an option if you have a child who has unexpectedly soiled themselves or fallen into the pirate lagoon. Just be sure to have some coins on you for machine operation! There is also another laundry house on the opposite side of the park where the paddle boats are and one at the entrance.
This place seems to think of everything that a family needs and offers a wonderful experience for all. If you haven’t already, you should write Playmobil Fun Park on your family-fun, bucket list for Germany!
Plan Your Visit to Playmobil FunPark in Zirndorf, Germany
Website: https://www.playmobil-funpark.de/en/funpark-entdecken/attraktionen
Address: Brandstätterstraße 2-10, 90513 Zirndorf, Germany
Telephone: +49 911 96661455
Contact: https://www.playmobil-funpark.de/en/kontakt
Buy Tickets Online: https://shop.playmobil-funpark.de/?___store=english&___from_store=default
Parking/Staying at Playmobil FunPark
Parking Information: https://www.playmobil-funpark.de/en/service/parkpl%C3%A4tze
Playmobil Hotel: https://www.playmobil-hotel.de/
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