Kassel in Hesse is the only major city in northern Hesse with a population of just over 200,000. TerraZoo Sontra in Hesse, located around 55 kilometres south-east of Kassel, has existed as a reptile sanctuary since 2008 and as a reptile zoo since 2010.

65km as the crow flies north of Bordeaux, directly on the Atlantic coast with a view of the Biscay, lies the Zoo de la Palmyre on the edge of Les Mathes. The zoo was opened in 1966 and extends between two forests on an area of 18 hectares. According to

The All Saints' Fair in Soest is the largest old town fair in Europe and also the oldest fair in Westphalia (documented since 1338). Around 400 showmen are on site on an area of around 50,000 square metres, including more than 40 rides/runs. A total of

The 3-star Hotel Texas is located on the grounds of TwinPigs – Park Westernowy and is designed entirely in Western style. The rooms are individually decorated and feature themes such as ‘Mexico’, ‘Native Americans’ and ‘Old West’. This

Burgers` Zoo opened in 1913 on a total area of 45 hectares, with around 18 hectares available for the actual zoo. Originally around 35km away, the zoo was reopened at its current location 10 years later. In 1968 the safari area opened for the first time

At the largest folk festival in the city of Brandenburg an der Havel, you will experience a varied family programme for young and old, peppered with stars and starlets as well as sporting competitions. Of course, the dragon boat and duck races are also a

After a two-year break, the spring fair is back in Osnabrück. On the grounds of the Halle Gartlage, the carousels are finally turning again. Roller coaster, giant swing, break dance and much more can be found here. Of course, the Ferris wheel will be

Once a year, the whole town of Verden is turned upside down. Showmen with fast-paced rides, a large Ferris wheel, many snack and confectionery vendors await you. As part of the supporting programme, the Domweih parade through the town of Verden starts on

The funfair takes place at Plein 1945.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Hilversum railway station (distance 5.0 km)

- by bus - bus stop Kermisterrein (line 108)

By car:

- Venue: Plein 1945

Parking facilities:

- Car park (Stationsweg 1)

- Car

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