In the Bavarian town of Weiden in der Oberpfalz, about 100 km east of Nuremberg and 35 km west of the border with the Czech Republic, the five-day Weidener Volksfest always takes place in September. On the large fairground in Conrad-Röntgen-Straße you

The Mecklenburg seaside resort of Bansin on the island of Usedom is home to what is probably Germany's smallest zoo, TropenZoo Bansin, which opened in 1970. Around 150 animals from 70 species, including ring-tailed parakeets, iguanas, tortoises, snakes,

With over 100 showmen and up to 200,000 visitors, the Annaberger Kät is the largest folk festival in the Ore Mountains. With over 500 years of tradition, the Kät is also one of the oldest folk festivals in Germany.

Monday: Ladies Night - discounts for

The Katharinenmarkt on the third weekend in September is considered a superlative folk festival in the region. It is based on over 400 years of tradition as a livestock and craft market. Over four days, the farmers' market, business and sales show,

Since 1955, Santa's Village has been waiting for you in Bracebridge, Ontario, right on the Muskoka River. The park is about 125 miles from Toronto. In addition to two roller coasters, which are new for 2025, there are many other attractions for the whole

The amusement park, which lies exactly on the border between North and South Carolina, opened in 1973. There are 14 roller coasters on an area of 160 hectares. At just under 100 meters, Fury 325 is one of the top 5 highest roller coasters in the world.

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

Detmold Andreas Fair - over 400 years of funfair tradition

A real mega-event: around 190 showmen in the historic old town and on the Kronenplatz!

Once again this year, the motto is: "Get in, ride along and be there". The entire city centre is turned upside

The SEA LIFE LEGOLAND® California Resort is located right next to LEGOLAND® California. It is one of several aquariums run by the Merlin Group, which also owns the Legoland parks, Madame Tussauds, Gardaland or Heide-Park. Each of the aquariums is

The Martini Market opens its doors to visitors on the second weekend in November. With classics and also "old favourites". Come along, sample the delicacies, fill up your stock of cuddly toys and ride the various carousels for all they're worth. 3 days