Forest kindergartens are kindergartens “without a roof or walls.” Children are cared for outdoors in all seasons and in all weather conditions. With the right equipment, this is no problem! And of course, children and teachers don't stand in the rain; when the weather is too bad, they can retreat to a cozy, heated construction trailer.

With this forward-looking form of education, we want to provide answers to educational issues that arise today: sensory overload, consumerism, technological advances, lack of exercise; holistic development (emotional intelligence), nature and environmental education, personal responsibility, and creativity.

The Waldkindergarten Erbach e.V. currently offers care in two groups:

Wurzelkinder (up to 8 children aged 2 to 3)

Supervised playgroup

Opening hours:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday:

8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Forest trolls (up to 20 children aged 3 and above – school age)

Forest kindergarten

Extended opening hours:

Monday to Friday:

7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Our play area in the Brand forest is kindly provided by Constantin Freiherr von Ulm-Erbach.