The All Saints' Fair in Soest is the largest old town fair in Europe and also the oldest fair in Westphalia (documented since 1338). Around 400 showmen are on site on an area of around 50,000 square metres, including more than 40 rides/runs. A total of

Erfurt Zoo is one of Germany's largest zoological gardens and is idyllically situated on the Roter Berg hill in the north of Thuringia's capital. Covering an area of around 63 hectares, the zoo offers a natural home to more than 1,000 animals of over 130

The Voerder Kirmes in the Voerde district of Ennepetal is one of the best-known and most traditional street fairs in the entire region. The festival traditionally takes place on the weekend following Corpus Christi and stretches right through the town

Bommelwereld – A new theme park experience based on the world of Bommel

On 3 October 2025, Bommelwereld, a brand new theme park, will open its doors – a unique experience dedicated entirely to the popular characters Bommel and Tom Poes. The park is

SEA LIFE Bangkok is one of several aquariums operated by the Merlin Group, which also owns the Legoland parks, Gardaland and Heide-Park. Each of the aquariums is designed in the style of a circular walkway and shows animals in a classic environment. For

The Haus des Meeres is one of three zoos in Vienna. Housed in a former flak tower from the time of the Second World War, the exhibition space on offer is constantly growing on an area of only 5,000 square metres. Originally, 1.5 floors of the tower were

The Düdelsheim Market, affectionately known in the region as the ‘Dilsemer Määrt’, is one of the largest and most traditional folk festivals in the Wetterau region. Over four days, it combines a traditional market with a modern amusement park and

The Friedberg Autumn Market is a traditional folk festival that takes place in Friedberg city centre and heralds the start of the autumn season. The festival combines elements of a large funfair, a flea market and a Sunday shopping day, offering a

At this amusement park, both older and younger children will find plenty to enjoy among the numerous attractions.

Those who want to test their fear of heights can do so on the Free Fall Tower, the Enterprise, or the Eagle.

Even though the park has only two

Magliaso, on the right bank of Lake Lugano in the Swiss canton of Ticino, has been home to the privately run Zoo al Maglio-Neggio since 1974. Over 300 animals of around 60 species from various continents live on the zoo's 2.2 hectare site. In addition to