Vacation time - Tourism regions confident for the summer vacations
The North Rhine-Westphalia tourism regions anticipate many holidaymakers during the summer holidays - but hope for better weather. "The booking situation is good, but it could still be a bit better," said Rouven Soyka, spokesperson for Sauerland Tourism, to the German Press Agency. "The weather makes it a bit difficult for us."
In Sauerland as a recreational region, many guests booked at short notice and are more hesitant due to the unpredictable weather. The same applies, according to tourism offices in Münsterland and the Eifel. At the same time, it should be assumed that further spontaneous holidaymakers will come when the weather stabilizes.
Many families book far in advance
According to tourism offices in all three regions, there is a high demand for holiday homes and apartments. Families with school-age children usually booked well in advance. "Farm holidays or riding holidays are particularly popular," said Michael Kösters, Tourism Sector Manager of Münsterland e.V.
Cycling tourists, who are setting out on routes, are, however, more likely to be on the road outside of the holidays. The camping boom continues unabated, many campsites are almost full. "We are completely satisfied," said the spokesperson.
Every second business satisfied
"We're hearing around that the booking situation is good," said Patrick Schmidder, managing director of Nordeifel Tourismus GmbH. In addition to holiday apartments and houses, there are also many beds booked in hotels, but there are still free capacities.
In a survey by Tourismus NRW, every second business reported being satisfied or even very satisfied with the occupancy rate for the summer holidays. Six percent were very dissatisfied. Compared to the previous year, more than a third of the businesses reported a decrease in demand, about a fifth reported an increase. A total of 578 tourist businesses participated in the online survey.
- Many families planning their summer vacation in Cologne have also considered visiting nearby tourism regions like Sauerland and Münsterland, known for their scenic beauty and leisure activities.
- With the approach of vacation time, the Minster in Cologne, a popular tourist attraction, is expected to see an increase in visitors, adding to the city's summer vacation buzz.
- For those looking to explore North Rhine-Westphalia beyond its urban areas, the Eifel region offers beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities, making it a perfect destination for a summer getaway.
- During their leisure time in Summer vacation, many tourists enjoy cycling tours through some of Germany's most beautiful regions, such as Sauerland and Münsterland, where they can enjoy the picturesque countryside and charming villages.
- Once the Summer vacation starts, campsites in Cologne and its surrounding regions, like the Münsterland, see a surge in bookings, with many families looking to spend their holiday under the stars and engage in various tourism activities.
