Mainz-Kastel Zoo is a popular destination for families, nature lovers and children in the Mainz-Kastel district of Wiesbaden. Nestled in the idyllic Petersberg biotope, the park offers a natural environment with a diverse range of animals, including

The privately run Plättli Zoo has been located in Frauenfeld in the Swiss canton of Thurgau, around 30 kilometres from Constance, since 1958. The small but charming zoo is home to around 200 animals from around 50 species, including Barbary macaques,

Every year in May and November, the Minden fair takes place on Kanzlers Weide and brings lots of fun, scares and entertainment to the banks of the Weser. Cult rides, a variety of gourmet treats and special novelties ensure an adventure for everyone.

The Foire de la Saint-Jean in Amiens is one of the largest and most traditional funfairs in the whole of northern France, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. This colourful and lively spectacle takes place against the expansive

Pra Loup is located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in the French Southern Alps and is one of the popular mountain resorts of the Ubaye Valley. Surrounded by impressive peaks, verdant mountain meadows, and a diverse alpine landscape, the town

The Säubrennerkirmes runs through the whole of Wittlich town centre. In addition to the amusement park around the castle gallery, there are many other highlights. These include the parade through the town centre and the festival play "Die Säubrenner".

The Schützenfest is the highlight of the Biberach year. For ten days, the "Biber" celebrate their traditional festival, whose origins as a children's and local festival date back to the 17th century.

Source: Biberach town council

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Every year, the Heinzelmännchen enchant Cologne's old town with Cologne's largest Christmas market and its spectacular ice rink.

The market offers a wide range of specialties, handicrafts, and gifts. Its more than 100 market stalls are divided into

Beverland is located in Maaseik on the Belgian side about 1.5 kilometres from the Dutch border and about 15 kilometres from the German town of Gangelt. It has a large indoor area that includes a butterfly, a LunaLoop, a bumper car, a carousel and several

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