Freizeiten
Freizeiten are organized leisure trips and camps for children, adolescents, and sometimes families, conducted during school holidays. They are typically organized by churches, youth associations, schools, sports clubs, or non-governmental organizations, and can take place domestically or abroad. The concept emphasizes a combination of recreation, education, and social learning.
Most Freizeiten last from a few days to several weeks and are structured around group living and
Goals and benefits of Freizeiten include the development of social skills, independence, teamwork, resilience, and intercultural
Variants and scope vary by country and organization. In German-speaking contexts one speaks of Jugendfreizeiten, Schullandheimaufenthalte
Historical roots lie in late 19th and early 20th-century youth movements, evolving into a widespread activity