The SEA LIFE Hannover is one of several aquariums operated by the Merlin Group, which also includes the Legoland parks, Gardaland and Heide-Park. Each of the aquariums is designed in the style of a circular route and shows animals in a classic setting.

Around 22 kilometres north-east of Mallorca's capital Palma lies the Natura Parc animal park in Santa Eugénia, which has been in existence since 1998. Around 400 native and exotic animal species such as raccoons, lemurs, porcupines, vultures, parrots,

The Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, Connecticut, is one of the most famous marine aquariums in the United States and offers visitors a fascinating mix of animal encounters, education and conservation. It opened in 1973 and is now home to over 10,000 animals,

In Buttes, Neuchâtel, about 85 kilometres west of Bern, a 1,200-metre-long Alpine coaster has been waiting for you since 2004. An exceptionally beautiful view and a fast ride, where you can individually influence the speed using the brake lever, make a

The Basel Autumn Fair (in Basle German "d Mäss") has been taking place since 1471. It is the oldest fair in Switzerland and attracts around one million visitors every year. On a total of seven squares in the city, you can expect a great many rides and

The Foire du Trône is undoubtedly the oldest fair in France. Its history dates back to Lothair of France and the year 957, but it was not until 1805 that a small fair was set up in the suburb of Saint Antoine. Over the years, the fair grew in size and

A safari park with an adjoining amusement arena, which offers a small but fine selection of attractions. A Log Flume, a Tivoli roller coaster and a Ferris wheel are also part of the offer.

In addition, the animals are the highlight of the park. In

The cultivation and marketing of the Bühl plum after the First World War helped the town of Bühl and its citizens to enjoy an economic boom and prosperity. The Bühl plum was and still is a household name throughout Germany and beyond. The memory of

The spring funfair in the centre of Wanne-Eickel opens the funfair season in Herne. Two fairground rides, a children's carousel and tasty treats await visitors on Hauptstrasse at Biuschmannshof.

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At the Vlotho Bridge Market, young and old get their money's worth. Fast-paced rides and funfair nostalgia under Vlotho's bridge. Three days of fun! Even if it rains, a good mood is guaranteed.

Vlotho's retailers invite you to the spring awakening on