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From cockpit cafés to Concordes, aviation museums across Luxembourg and its neighbours offer sky-high fun for curious kids and nostalgic adults alike.
Looking for an educational and fun day out with the family? These six aviation museums in Luxembourg, Germany, France, and the Netherlands offer interactive exhibitions, real aircraft, and exciting activities for children of all ages.
1. Aviation Museum Luxembourg – Mondorf-les-Bains
Located in Mondorf-les-Bains, this small but charming museum showcases Luxembourg’s aviation history. Highlights include the oldest wooden plane to fly in Luxembourg and the country's very first hot air balloon.
2. Flugausstellung Junior – Hermeskeil, Germany
Germany’s largest private collection of aircraft, this open-air museum is perfect for a day trip and can be easily combined with a visit to the nearby fire brigade museum. One of the main attractions is a café located inside a Concorde.
3. National Air and Space Museum – Paris, France
One of the world’s oldest aviation museums, located just outside Paris. It offers a wide range of exhibits covering ballooning, aviation, and space. Current temporary exhibition Flight (until 17 August 2025) explores how nature and technology approach the art of flying.
4. Aviodrome – Lelystad, Netherlands
The largest aviation museum in the Netherlands is ideal for families. Both indoor and outdoor displays are interactive, featuring flight simulators, 4D experiences, and themed playgrounds. Kids can try on pilot and flight attendant costumes, and enjoy the airport-themed café with a built-in slide.
5. Technik Museum – Speyer, Germany
This expansive museum includes aircraft, submarines, space shuttles, and even boats. A highlight for many visitors is the IMAX cinema, showing films on space travel and the natural world. A must-visit for curious kids and adults alike.
For more family-friendly travel ideas, including car and train museums, check out our earlier article:
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