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.

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With up to 300,000 visitors on the four days of the event, the Simon Juda Market is one of the most important city centre funfairs in Germany. There are up to 220 fairground companies and 30 rides on site.

Travel information:

By public transport - Bus

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The fair takes place in Tienen on the Grote Markt.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Tienen railway station (distance 800 m)

- by bus - bus stop Markthalte

By car:

- Venue: Grote Markt

Parking facilities:

- Car park APCOA Parking Tienen