Key costs

• Austria vignette: ~€11.50 for a 10‑day digital vignette (buy at the first gas station after leaving MUC if the car doesn’t already have it).
• Brenner Pass / Europabrücke toll: ~€11 (pay at booth; cash or card).
• Fuel: often cheaper in Austria than Italy/Germany — top up in Austria when possible.

Parking & toll-road sanity

• Italy: watch for ZTL (limited traffic zones) in towns — don’t follow the GPS into old centers unless you’re sure.
• Pay & Display lots: keep a small stash of coins; always display ticket on the dashboard.
• Autostrada tolls in Italy: take a ticket when entering, pay when exiting (cash/card). Keep the ticket accessible.

Speed limits & enforcement

• Germany: Autobahn can be unlimited, BUT many segments are posted (often 120/130).
• Austria: 130 km/h and strict enforcement. Watch for IG‑L zones (100 km/h) — fines are high.
• Italy: 130 km/h on autostrada unless posted lower.

Safety / rules you’ll actually forget

• In Italy and Austria: keep headlights ON during daytime on highways.
• Winding Alpine roads: keep speeds conservative and plan for slower progress than GPS suggests.
• Mountain weather swings: keep one warm layer accessible even in August (passes can be cold/windy).

Day 1 — Saturday, Aug 15, 2026

Munich → Campitello di Fassa (Arrival + Dolomites base)

Land in Munich, pick up the VW Touran, handle Austria vignette if needed, and drive via Innsbruck + Brenner Pass into Italy for check-in and a simple first dinner.

• 12:00 — Land at Munich (MUC) (Munich Airport (MUC))
  • Exit customs.
  • Follow signs for “Mietwagenzentrum” (Car Rental Center).
  • Located in the Zentralbereich between Terminal 1 and 2.
  • Expect a ~5–10 minute walk (or quick S‑Bahn ride depending on gate).
• 13:00 — Car pick-up (MUC car rental center)
  • Go to your supplier’s counter (Europcar/Sixt/Avis per voucher).
  • Confirm you receive the VW Touran (or equivalent class).
  • Install + check the 3 booster seats: clean, intact, proper fit.
  • Vignette check: look for “Austria 2026” on the windshield; if missing, buy a 10‑day digital vignette at the first gas station after leaving MUC (~€11.50).
• 13:30 — Drive: Munich → Campitello di Fassa (Condominio Col P1, Campitello di Fassa)
  • Route: south into Austria (Innsbruck) → over Brenner Pass → Italy.
  • Brenner/Europabrücke toll: ~€11 (cash/card at booth).
  • In Austria & Italy: headlights ON in daytime on highways.
• 18:00 — Check-in (Campitello di Fassa)
  • Park in your private spot.
  • Use Airbnb instructions for entry/lockbox code/key handover.
• 19:30 — Dinner + quick grocery plan (Campitello di Fassa)
  • Dinner ideas: Pizzeria Agnello or Ristorante Tobia.
  • Grocery: Coop supermarket in Campitello (often closes ~19:30). If missed, go in the morning.

Day 2 — Sunday, Aug 16, 2026

Col Rodella lift day (easy views + playground options)

Slow morning, ride the Col Rodella cable car, enjoy views and rifugio lunch, then relax in town or pop to Canazei.

• 10:00 — Col Rodella cable car (Funivia Campitello–Col Rodella)
  • Walk to the cable car station in Campitello.
  • Buy round‑trip tickets.
  • At the top: wide plateau for kids + iconic Sassolungo views.
  • Hot chocolate suggestion: Rifugio Des Alpes.
• 13:00 — Mountain lunch
  • Eat at the rifugio: polenta, sausage, pasta — perfect after the lift.
• Afternoon options
  • Lift down and rest in the village.
  • Or drive 5 minutes to Canazei for a playground visit.
  • Easy dinner: cook pasta or grab gelato in the town square.

Day 3 — Monday, Aug 17, 2026

Passo Pordoi + ‘Terrace of the Dolomites’ (big wow day)

Drive up to Passo Pordoi, ride to 2,950m for moon-like views, then decide on lunch and an optional lake detour.

• 09:30 — Drive: Campitello → Passo Pordoi
  • 20–30 minutes but winding; take it slow and enjoy the scenery.
• 10:30 — Sass Pordoi cable car (Passo Pordoi)
  • Park at the large lot at the pass (Pay & Display).
  • Cable car to the “Terrace of the Dolomites” (2,950m).
  • Expect wind + cooler temps — bring a layer.
• 13:00 — Lunch options
  • Rifugio Maria (at the top) OR
  • Back at the pass: Hotel Savoia restaurant.
• Optional detour + evening prep
  • Optional: Lago di Fedaia (about 30 minutes detour) for dam/lake views.
  • Evening: pack luggage for tomorrow’s move day.

Day 4 — Tuesday, Aug 18, 2026

Dolomites → Loacker World → Sölden (move day)

Checkout, drive to Loacker World for a fun stop and lunch, then continue to Sölden for check-in and an easy walkable dinner.

• 09:00 — Checkout Campitello (target)
  • Pack, sweep, and aim to roll out around 09:00 so the day stays relaxed.
  • Screenshot shows Airbnb checkout: Tue, Aug 18 at 10:00 AM — treat 09:00 as your buffer.
• Drive: Campitello → Loacker World (Heinfels, Austria)
  • ~2 hours.
  • Use Waze/Google Maps; watch IG‑L zones.
• 11:30 — Loacker World of Goodness (Heinfels, Austria)
  • Pastry workshop (if booked) or the interactive exhibition.
  • Great leg-stretch stop for kids.
• Lunch: Loacker Café
  • Sandwiches + wafer desserts (mandatory).
• 14:30 — Drive: Heinfels → Sölden
  • ~2.5 hours.
  • Arrive before dinner if possible.
• 17:00 — Check-in: Top Apart Gaislachkogl (Sölden)
  • Use the private lot at the apartment for parking.
• Dinner: Werkstatt Sölden
  • Burgers/pizza; lively; easy walk after travel day.

Day 5 — Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026

Sölden: Gaislachkoglbahn + 007 Elements / Aqua Dome option

Gondola day with epic views, optional 007 Elements, then choose between hiking (sunny) or Aqua Dome thermal pools (cloudy).

• 09:30 — Gaislachkoglbahn gondola
  • Walk to the lift (next door).
  • Ride to the top; plan layers — it can be cold/windy.
  • Visit 007 Elements (great for older kids).
  • Photo stop at Ice Q (iconic glass building).
• 14:00 — Choose your afternoon
  • Option A (sunny): hiking trails around the middle station.
  • Option B (cloudy/relax): drive ~15 mins to Aqua Dome (Längenfeld) — pricey but amazing thermal pools with ‘flying saucer’ basins.
• Dinner
  • Gusto (Italian) OR cook at the apartment.

Day 6 — Thursday, Aug 20, 2026

Sölden → LEGOLAND (Day 1)

Drive to Günzburg, check in at LEGOLAND Feriendorf reception, then take a lighter first park day focused on Miniland and smaller rides.

• 08:30 — Drive: Sölden → LEGOLAND (Günzburg)
  • ~2.5 hours.
  • Arrive before lunch if possible.
  • Family rhythm: plan one quick stop for bathrooms + snacks so the park start is smooth.
• 11:30 — Arrive + check in at ‘Feriendorf’ reception
  • Get room key (may not be ready) + park tickets.
  • Park in the hotel lot.
  • Use the dedicated hotel entrance to the park.
• LEGOLAND Day 1
  • Focus: Miniland + smaller rides to warm up.
  • Save big coasters for tomorrow.
• Dinner: Jungle Buffet
  • Reminder: you wanted to book this on July 1st.

Day 7 — Friday, Aug 21, 2026

LEGOLAND (Day 2) → Ringsheim

Morning park time, then a strict afternoon departure to make the Ringsheim check-in smooth and early.

• Morning: pack car + check out
  • Leave the car in the lot if allowed; confirm with reception.
• 10:00–15:30 — LEGOLAND Day 2 (bigger rides)
  • Target: Fire Dragon, Ninjago World, and any must‑dos you skipped.
• 15:30 — STRICT DEPARTURE: Drive to Ringsheim
  • ~2.5–3 hours.
  • Aim for a calm arrival.
• 18:30 — Check-in: Hotel La Toscana (Ringsheim)
  • Quick settle-in; plan an early night.
  • Expedia screenshot notes: 5 travelers • 1 room.
• Dinner
  • Sun House (Ringsheim) for simple grill/pizza OR supermarket picnic.

Day 8 — Saturday, Aug 22, 2026

Move to Hotel Bell Rock + Europa‑Park (Day 1)

Short move, grab tickets early, use hotel guest entrance for smoother park entry, and finish with the Harborside Buffet at Bell Rock.

• 08:30 — Short drive: Ringsheim → Hotel Bell Rock
  • ~10 minutes.
• 09:00 — Check-in actions (even if room not ready)
  • Pick up tickets.
  • Leave bags at bell desk.
  • Confirm dinner reservation details for tonight.
• 09:30 — Europa‑Park entry (hotel guests entrance)
  • Use hotel guests’ entrance (VIP-style access).
  • Snack lunch inside the park to maximize rides.
• 19:30 — Dinner: Harborside Buffet (Hotel Bell Rock)
  • Booked.

Day 9 — Sunday, Aug 23, 2026

Europa‑Park (Day 2) + Antica Roma Buffet

Use early hotel entry to hit top rides, plan FoodLoop early to avoid queues, and end with the Antica Roma Buffet at Hotel Colosseo.

• Early entry strategy
  • Hotel guests often enter ~30 minutes before public.
  • Run to Voletarium or Blue Fire first.
• 11:15 — FoodLoop (rollercoaster restaurant)
  • Queue early (around 11:15) to get a good slot.
  • Great ‘fun meal’ for kids.
• 19:30 — Dinner: Antica Roma Buffet (Hotel Colosseo)
  • Booked.
  • Walk across the piazza.

Day 10 — Monday, Aug 24, 2026

Europa‑Park (Day 3) + Silver Lake Saloon

Re-ride favorites, catch a show, and head to the Camp Resort for Silver Lake Saloon dinner via monorail/shuttle.

• All-day park day
  • Re-ride favorites and mop up anything missed.
  • Show idea: Ice Show or Knights Show.
• Dinner: Silver Lake Saloon (Camp Resort)
  • Booked.
  • Take Europa‑Park Express monorail or shuttle.

Day 11 — Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026

Rulantica waterpark → Rust‑Fewo

Checkout, park at Rulantica guest lot, spend the day swimming, dinner at Bubba Svens, then a short drive to Rust‑Fewo for the night.

• 09:30 — Checkout Bell Rock
  • Pack bags to the car.
  • Park at Rulantica guest lot (often free for hotel guests; scan ticket).
• 10:00–18:00 — Rulantica
  • Swim, slides, relax.
  • Bring towels/cover-ups as needed.
• 18:00 — Dinner: Bubba Svens (Hotel Krønasår)
  • Booked.
  • Walk from pool to the hotel.
• 19:30 — Short move: Rulantica → Rust‑Fewo
  • 5–10 minutes drive.
  • Check-in likely via lockbox code (check email).
  • Enjoy the AC and a quiet night.

Day 12 — Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026

Rust → Hinterzarten (Black Forest base) + Lake Titisee

Scenic drive into the Black Forest, drop bags, then enjoy Lake Titisee with an electric boat and promenade walk.

• 10:00 — Drive: Rust → Hinterzarten
  • ~1 hr 15 mins.
  • Very scenic route — allow extra time.
• 11:30 — Arrive: Ferienhaus Esche (Hinterzarten)
  • Drop bags, quick reset, then head to the lake.
• 12:30 — Lake Titisee afternoon
  • Drive 5 mins to the lake.
  • Rent an electric boat (Bootsverleih).
  • Walk the promenade (Seestraße).
  • Souvenir idea: a cuckoo clock.
• Dinner
  • Pizzeria Leonardo da Vinci (Titisee) OR cook at home.

Day 13 — Thursday, Aug 27, 2026

Adventure day: Todtnau coaster + suspension bridge (plus optional waterpark)

Start early for Hasenhorn Coaster lines, then hit the Blackforestline suspension bridge at Todtnau waterfall; optionally finish at Badeparadies Schwarzwald.

• 09:30 — Drive: Hinterzarten → Todtnau
  • ~30 minutes.
• 10:30 — Hasenhorn Coaster
  • Take chairlift up; ride the coaster down.
  • August lines can be long — earlier is better.
• 13:00 — Blackforestline (suspension bridge) at Todtnau waterfall
  • Great photo spot.
  • Combine with a short waterfall walk if everyone has energy.
• Afternoon options
  • If kids still have energy: Badeparadies Schwarzwald (Titisee).
  • Otherwise: rest, snacks, and a calm evening at the apartment.

Day 14 — Friday, Aug 28, 2026

Departure: Hinterzarten → Munich (MUC) + car return + flight home

Pack calmly, drive back to Munich, refuel near (not at) the airport, return the car, and fly home.

• Morning: pack & final checks
  • Final German breakfast.
  • Quick room sweep: chargers, passports, toys, swim stuff.
• 12:00 — Drive: Hinterzarten → Munich Airport (MUC)
  • ~4.5 hours driving; expect traffic.
  • Plan 1–2 short rest stops.
• Fuel plan
  • Fill up near the airport (avoid airport prices).
  • Suggested area: around Erding.
• 17:00 — Car return (MUC car rental return)
  • Follow signs for “Mietwagen Rückgabe”.
  • Park in your supplier’s row.
  • Hand over keys and get a receipt (important!).
• 19:00 — Flight home
  • Arrive at terminal with buffer for security and walking.