The largest zoo in terms of area in BENELUX opened in 1968 in Hilvarenbeek, south of Tilburg. Over 100 animal species are kept in natural habitats on 120 hectares. In Beekse Bergen you can also see otherwise dangerous animals such as lions or cheetahs up

In Norddeich, a district of Norden, in East Frisia, Lower Saxony, you will find the only state-recognised care centre for marine mammals in Lower Saxony, the Seal Sanctuary National Park House, which opened in 1971. Every year, around 80 to 180 seals and

In the Rhineland-Palatinate town of Alzey, about 35 km from the state capital Mainz, the five-day Winzerfest has been held every year since 1933, starting on the 3rd Friday in September. In addition to selected regional wines, good food and lots of

A small park for families with children aged 2 to 12 awaits you pretty much directly on the French A21 motorway around the small town of Lens, around 37 km south-west of Lille. As an outdoor park, it delights its visitors with several small flat rides

Twice a year, the large folk festival takes place on the Square of Friendship between Peoples.

Travel information:

By car - Platz der Völkerfreundschaft - parking directly at the festival site, day ticket 2.00 euros.

By public transport - tram lines 4, 5

At the end of the monorail station and right next to the water park, the Alton Towers Hotel is just a few minutes' walk from the Alton Towers theme park. The unusual combination of sumptuous accommodation, quirky looks and above all fantastic

In Italy, near Lake Maggiore, the steepest and most exciting mountain coaster in Europe awaits you. But you have to take the lift to the top first. There is also a restaurant. Since it is not a classic alpine coaster, but a ride with a track, it can be

Located directly on Lake Constance, less than 50 metres from the shore, Therme Lindau has been less than two kilometres from the German-Austrian border since May 2021. A unique world of experiences with a picturesque view of the Alps awaits you and

The Plauen Easter Folk Festival starts again this year on Easter Saturday. Visitors can expect a colourful folk festival for the whole family with rides and amusement rides every day from 2 pm. The bumper cars, the historic chain carousel and children's

Twice a year, the big funfair takes place in Bielefeld on the cycling track. Many showmen, big rides and of course small food stalls look forward to seeing you. Welcome to the BIE-happy.