There was already a pheasantry in Hanau in 1705. Its basic stock has been preserved over the centuries, so that it was converted into a wildlife park in 1967. Just over 30 different animal species live on a huge area of over 107 hectares (for comparison:

In Peoria, Illinois, the Glen Oak Zoo was opened in 1955, then renamed Peoria Zoo in 2009. A smaller area of just under 6ha is offset by a selection of around 100 animal species. With the construction of its African exhibit, the zoo doubled its original

In the Hanseatic city of Wismar on the Baltic Sea coast in beautiful Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, you will find the Mumpitz indoor play park. Spread over 3000 square metres on two levels, a wide variety of attractions such as the smoke-spewing climbing

In the Upper Austrian capital Linz, or rather in its district Urfahr, the nine-day Urfahranermarkt, also known colloquially as Urfahr-Markt or Urfix, takes place twice a year. The Urfahranermarkt in spring always begins on the last Saturday in April and

In the heart of Munich, against the magnificent backdrop of the neo-Gothic town hall, the Christmas market on Marienplatz shines in festive splendor. The scent of roasted almonds, mulled wine, and fresh gingerbread fills the cold winter air, while over

In the district of Harz, or rather in Schierke near Wernigerode, which is mainly known for its half-timbered houses, the castle and the "leaning house", there has been a 341 metre long Brocken Coaster for fans of mountain coasters since 2003. Open all

In 1861, the fourth oldest zoo in Germany opened its doors in Dresden, the capital of Saxony. Over 200 animal species live on 13 hectares. You will find European and domestic small birds such as the hoopoe as well as African zebra mongooses or South

The Palmkirmes Recklinghausen is the largest spring fair in North Rhine-Westphalia with over one million visitors. Approx. 170 showmen and companies are on site and offer lots of fun and entertainment with over 2000 front metres. A big musical firework

According to the organisers, the Lullusfest is the oldest folk festival in Germany and the world. Its origins go back to the year 852, the name "Lullusfest" has existed since 1326, and the festival now attracts around 500,000 visitors a year.

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The largest funfair in Münsterland takes place three times a year. Every year, up to 200 fairground attractions take place on the 32,000 square metre Schlossplatz. A big fireworks display on Friday evening is always part of the event.