In the US state of Illinois, or rather in Chicago, the third largest city in the United States and located on the south-west shore of Lake Michigan, you will find Lincoln Park Zoo, which opened in 1868. Covering an area of around 14 hectares, Lincoln

Stadthagen organises a 5-day Krammarkt twice a year.

The Sunday during the Krammarkt is always open for business. The shops in the town centre are then open for you from 13:00 to 18:00. A good opportunity for visitors, guests and customers to "experience"

Around 70 showmen and rides look forward to your visit.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Ahlen railway station (distance to the fairground 1 km)

By car - Venue: Dr.-Paul-Rosenbaum-Platz

Parking facilities:

- Mammutpfad car park (chargeable)

The Nordsee-Spielstadt Wangerland is the ideal destination, especially for families with younger children. Since all attractions are in the hall, the weather does not matter when you visit.

In addition to many playgrounds, there are some rides that can be

Herne is not just Crange, in March the City Kirmes takes place in the city centre. Here, too, lots of showmen come together to make it a great little event.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by underground - stop Herne Mitte or Herne

For 10 days, the rides keep visitors on the edge of their seats. One highlight follows the next. There is no chance of boredom here.

Even the little ones are catered for with various rides.

The beer garden, snack stands, churros and waffle bakeries as well

The Kobermännchen Festival is the largest folk festival in the town of Sangerhausen and a significant event in the South Harz region. It is a fascinating mixture of historical town festival, lively funfair and diverse cultural programme.

The name of the

Sprookjesbos opened in Valkenburg, between Maastricht and Heerlen, in 1950. The park is mainly aimed at parents with young children and features more than 17 different fairy tales. From Sleeping Beauty to Ali Baba, every child is guaranteed to find their

The Whitsun fair takes place in Gütersloh on the market square.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Gütersloh railway station (distance 750 m)

- by bus - bus stop Am Wochenmarkt

By car:

- Venue: Market square

Parking facilities:

- Klingenthal

The Lambertusmarkt in Erkelenz is the largest annual fair in the Erkelenz region. It is a five-day event that combines an open-air festival, music events and fairground fun.

- Numerous attractions: Over 100 showmen offer exciting and child-friendly rides.