The Essen International Christmas Market is one of the largest and most atmospheric markets in Germany and is known for its unique, international flair. It stretches picturesquely through the entire city centre of Essen, starting at Willy-Brandt-Platz,

In the Schleswig-Holstein town of Oesterwurth in the district of Dithmarschen, about 30 km south of St. Peter-Ording and 10 km from the district town of Heide, you will find the Land & Leute Erlebnishof Dithmarschen, which is still quite young, run by

1913 opened in Bremerhaven as a themed zoo, which specializes in Nordic and aquatic animal species, on less than 12,000 square meters, the zoo by the sea. It also counts as the smallest scientifically managed zoo in Europe. In addition to penguins, one

A small park located on a peninsula offers a nice change. There is a lot of space, but also nice interesting slides. Enjoy your stay here if you do not want to go swimming in the sea for a change.

Twice a year, the large folk festival takes place on the Square of Friendship between Peoples.

Travel information:

By car - Platz der Völkerfreundschaft - parking directly at the festival site, day ticket 2.00 euros.

By public transport - tram lines 4, 5

On the island of Usedom in beautiful Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, you will find Kinderland Trassenheide. Covering an area of around 10,000 square metres, this play and adventure park is a great destination for families with children up to around 13

The Cowboyland is a western park in Italy.

Smaller children in particular can enjoy the various western activities.

There is also a small zoo here in the park, which is sure to delight the little visitors.

About 125 km from Granz and 120 km from Ljubljana, an Alpine adventure world awaits you. In winter you can ski here and in summer an Alpine Coaster from Wiegand awaits you. This can also be used in winter.

The park has existed since 1958 and is mainly embedded in a western theme. Although it belongs to the Six Flags group, it is not necessarily recognizable as such. This park is the second oldest Six Flags Park, doesn't offer quite as many thrill coaster,

The fair or carnival market in Halle is one of the larger of its kind and takes place on the Stationsplein, the Leideplein, along the Leide, the "De Bres" car park and the Possozplein.

(Source: City of Halle)

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