The Essen International Christmas Market is one of the largest and most atmospheric markets in Germany and is known for its unique, international flair. It stretches picturesquely through the entire city centre of Essen, starting at Willy-Brandt-Platz,

The Lüneburg Heath Wildlife Park is located in Nindorf in the district of Harburg in Lower Saxony, around 24 kilometres south of Bispingen and around 41 kilometres south of Hamburg. The wildlife park, which has been open all year round since 20 August

The fair takes place on the Exercitieveld in Woerden.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Woerden station (350 metres away)

- by bus - bus stop Plantsoen (lines 4, 101, 524, 724, A, N26)

By car:

- Venue: Exercitieveld (Oostdam)

Car park:

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