In Nideggen-Schmidt in the district of Düren in North Rhine-Westphalia, you will find the popular destination for animal lovers and families, the Schmidt wildlife park. Open to visitors since 1968 and still family-owned by the Scheidtweiler family, the

The Kobermännchen Festival is the largest folk festival in the town of Sangerhausen and a significant event in the South Harz region. It is a fascinating mixture of historical town festival, lively funfair and diverse cultural programme.

The name of the

Meeting Santa Claus once is no problem here.

Elves, trolls, witches and other mystical beings can also be seen in various shows.

However, there are no rides here.

The Hellabrunn Zoo in Munich, founded in 1911, is one of the most renowned scientifically managed zoos in Europe. Over 750 species of animals live in a unique natural paradise in the Isar floodplain conservation area.

First geozoo in the world

Hellabrunn

The city of Saarlouis organises the traditional Easter market and flea market on the Großer Markt.

The official opening by the SKC "de Boules" takes place on Fridays at 6.15 pm at the beer stand. The current mayor will be tapping the keg.

In addition to

Tens of thousands of people are always drawn to the Warendorf fat market at the end of October. The Warendorf autumn fair can justifiably be described as a traditional event. According to the town of Warendorf, the market has been taking place for over

An amusement park that resembles a funfair, but also offers various rides for more courageous people.

Also smaller children can enjoy their time here.

Directly at the sea the Funland also offers a nice atmosphere and can be combined directly with a visit

In addition to the world's oldest folk festival (Magdeburg Autumn Fair), the Max-Wille Fairground also hosts the Spring Fair. Here, too, the showmen are waiting for a large audience that they would like to inspire. With many snack and confectionery

Herne is not just Crange, in March the City Kirmes takes place in the city centre. Here, too, lots of showmen come together to make it a great little event.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by underground - stop Herne Mitte or Herne

In Tyrol, Austria, at the top of the mountain in Fieberbrunn, a mountain adventure world awaits you with various attractions, including an Alpinecoaster and many other play options. You can comfortably take the mountain railroad to the middle station or