After the Corona break in 2020 and 2021, the Rheinkirmes will finally take place again in 2022. In Düsseldorf, the Rheinkirmes is actually called "Die größte Kirmes am Rhein" (The biggest funfair on the Rhine) and, with a total of around 4 million

The Nürtingen May Day is the traditional festival of the schools and the Nürtingen ‘bank holidays’ par excellence. First documented in 1602, the Nürtingen May Day is one of the oldest children's and local festivals in south-west Germany. Over the

In Duisburg Zoo you can discover 9,000 animals from 400 species. The zoo has become famous by having the first permanent and long unique keeping of koalas in Germany. The large tropical hall Rio Negro shows the fascinating world in South America. Here

In Geleen in the Dutch province of Limburg, one of the largest funfair events in the south of the Netherlands, the Gelaender Kirmes, takes place every year. Every year, over 90 different showmen present their rides, shooting, lottery and throwing stalls

The Gallusmarkt in Kirchheim unter Teck is a traditional event lasting several days, which transforms the entire half-timbered town into a lively festival site every autumn, continuing a centuries-old tradition. Although the actual market, one of the

Since 1962, Innsbruck's Alpine Zoo has been captivating visitors with its exceptional location at an altitude of around 750 metres, making it one of the highest zoos in Europe. Less than 1.5 km from Innsbruck's old town, 5 hectares of space are available

The Annentag is the largest town centre fair in the Weserbergland region and is hosted and organised by the town of Brakel. The festival traditionally takes place on the first weekend in August. With over 300,000 visitors, Annentag is a major

In Melide on Lake Lugano in the Swiss canton of Ticino, you will find Swissminiatur, which has been in operation since 1959. On an area of around 14,000 square metres, you will find over 130 models of various interesting buildings in Switzerland on a

The Göppingen May Day is one of the oldest and most traditional local festivals in southern Germany and has been combining tradition and modernity for over 350 years.

The original peace and thanksgiving festival was held for the first time in 1650 on 11

The Dresden Showmen's Association is the organiser of the large Dresden folk festivals (Dresdner Rummel) which take place on the "Pieschener Allee" fairground. In spring there is the "Spring Festival", in summer the "Bird's Meadow" and finally the