Veldhoven Zoo was opened in 2014 and is one of the younger zoos. It emerged from the Papegaaienpark N.O.P., which was closed in 1992 and 2013. Only a few kilometres west of Eindhoven, birds of prey and exotic birds have an area of around 17 ha at their

Every year, the Heinzelmännchen enchant Cologne's old town with Cologne's largest Christmas market and its spectacular ice rink.

The market offers a wide range of specialties, handicrafts, and gifts. Its more than 100 market stalls are divided into

Every year in May, the Mai-Wies'n takes place in Burghausen on the fairground. Visitors will find numerous fairground rides, food stalls and, of course, the large marquee.

After the mayor has tapped the first barrel on the first evening and opened the

The Therme Erding is located in the north of Munich and is the largest slide paradise in Europe.

The Therme itself is divided into the wave pool, the spa, Vital Oasis and the sauna area.

In the slide paradise 'Galaxy' a total of 28 slides will banish your

The Ruhrort harbour festival will once again offer a colourful mix of music, culture and plenty of maritime flair. In addition to the funfair, the fish market and the backyard jumble sale, the fireworks display will once again attract numerous visitors

The Viktorkirmes fair traditionally takes place in Dülmen on the second weekend in October. From Friday to Monday, more than 70 showmen will once again bring fun, action, entertainment and enjoyment to Dülmen. ‘The Dülmen funfairs are particularly

The Aalter Fair is a large annual folk festival that transforms the town centre into a lively fairground. It is known for its diverse mix of traditional fairground elements and modern attractions, which draw visitors from across the region.

The fairground

The six-day Voorjaarskermis takes place in Heerlen in the Dutch province of Limburg every year at the end of May or beginning of June. Over 20 different showmen present their rides, shooting galleries, lottery and throwing booths as well as a variety of

In the Rhein-Main Therme, opened in 2001, you can relax in a large sauna area or enjoy the action on the two, approx. 108 meter long water slides. However, the main focus of the spa is rather on the recreation factor and relaxation in 8 saunas and

The Hochheim market is the event of the year and is known far beyond the city limits. It takes place on the first weekend after All Souls' Day and lasts five days. This special mixture of folk festival, fair and funfair is unique in Germany.

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