The beginnings of the fair up to the present day

The beginnings of the St Michael's Fair date back to the Middle Ages. In 1428, the market day was first explicitly mentioned by name as "frigge Kermesse to sente Michels misse". This name was mentioned in a

In Augustusburg, Saxony, about 10 km southwest of Freiberg, 17 km east of Chemnitz, you will find the Augustusburg Rost's Wiesn leisure centre. In the cold season, the leisure centre and its location are popular with skiers, cross-country skiers,

The popular Kleve funfair in the heart of the city takes place in mid-July. The venue is the car parks on Wiesenstraße and Ludwig-Jahn-Straße.

Source: City of Kleve

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Kleve railway station (distance 400 m)

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In the French town of Métabief in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, which is primarily known as a winter sports resort, you will find the La Luge des Cimes Alpine Coaster, which has been open all year round since 14 July 2022. The 710-metre-long

Every year, numerous visitors look forward to the traditional folk festival in Central Hesse. Many great rides ensure lots of fun and variety for the guests.

Important dates:

Thursday: family day (50% discount on the rides, 20% discount on running and show

Once a year, the whole town of Verden is turned upside down. Showmen with fast-paced rides, a large Ferris wheel, many snack and confectionery vendors await you. As part of the supporting programme, the Domweih parade through the town of Verden starts on

In the south of Wales in a former mining area you can experience breathtaking act attractions, such as the CoasterKart from Wiegand.

The September fair in Izegem is one of the largest and most eagerly anticipated fair events in West Flanders. Over a period of more than a week, the city centre is transformed into a lively and colourful fairground that attracts visitors from across the

Just over the German border, the Dutch town of Hengolo hosts a beautiful city centre fair.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Hengolo railway station (distance 50 m)

By car:

- Venue: City centre

Parking facilities:

- Hengelo Centre car park

The funfair takes place in the town centre of Steinhagen.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by bus - bus stop Steinhagen, ZOB

By car:

- Venue: Town centre

Parking facilities:

- Brinkstraße multi-storey car park