The Foire de Printemps in Colmar is the first major fair highlight of the year in Alsace, bringing life and colour back to the heart of the city after the winter break. Unlike many other large-scale events, it does not take place on a remote exhibition

Since 1953, Dortmund Zoo has presented a wide range of options on an area of 28 hectares: over 200 species are at home here in the zoo. Particular attention is paid to the breeding of South American animal species, to which the marrow mascot, the

The largest water park in Victoria (Australia) offers a huge selection of water attractions, but also smaller family attractions. With 74 hectares wonderfully located in a lake, the park offers a varied landscape and lots of fun. In 1994 the park opened

In 1995, L'Aquàrium Barcelona opened in the old port of Barcelona, less than a thousand metres from Barcelona Zoo. In 2001, L'Aquàrium was extended by one floor to present permanent exhibitions to visitors. Around 450 different animal species live in

Spain consists not only of the large mainland part, but may also call the archipelago of the Balearic Islands - with the largest island Mallorca - its own. However, this is not the only group of islands; the Canary Islands, to the west of the African

In the north-west of England, in the county of Lancashire, you will find the coastal town of Blackpool and the Blackpool Central Pier, one of the town's three piers, right on the Irish Sea. Near the disused Blackpool Central railway station, about 550

The funfair in Turnhout takes place in August on the Grote Markt and the Zegeplain. With around 70 attractions, there is a very large selection on offer.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Turnhout station (800 metres away)

- by bus - bus

The first big spring market of the year in the Emsland-East Frisian region takes place in May on the Untender market square in Papenburg. The traditional May market opens its doors to all visitors who fancy a funfair.

‘Every day from 2 pm, market

In Austria's Salzburger Land in Zell am See Kaprun on the Maiskogel, a fast-paced and long Alpine coaster awaits you. There is also a playground with slides and refreshment facilities.

The huge amusement park, 6 festival tents, traditionally called ‘Hütten’ in Karpfham, with around 19,000 seats, the Rottal Show and the performances of the famous ‘Rottaler Zehnerzug’ attract almost half a million visitors to Karpfham every year.

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