It was not until 2005 that the GaiaZoo opened on 25 hectares in Kerkrade, near the border with Aachen. The zoo is divided into 4 areas and houses animals from the continents of Europe, America and Africa. Around 100 animal species from different areas

The Bockhorn Market is one of the largest and most traditional folk festivals in Lower Saxony. It takes place every year on the third weekend in September and is known far beyond the boundaries of the municipality. The festival is a unique mixture of a

On the first or second weekend in November, the Martinimarkt is one of the most traditional (since 1465!) and largest markets in the region and attracts visitors to Herborn in droves. The smell of roasted almonds and mulled wine is the perfect way to get

In Branson in the south-west of the US state of Missouri, you will find the alpine coaster The Branson Coaster, which opened in 2017. The 823 metre-long coaster from German manufacturer Josef Wiegand Gmbh & Co KG has 2 drag lifts and is open all year

In 2023, the German-American festival will be revived on the former airfield site near Pfaffengrund (Heidelberg). The origin of this festival was the Patrick Henry Village, about 4 km away. Numerous showmen and a great supporting programme is announced.

The largest event in the town of Schwelm on the 1st Sunday in September

The Schwelm Heimatfest with its colourful programme is a traditional event in the town of Schwelm with deep roots in local history.

Two events form the heart of the Heimatfest: the

In the district of Harz, or rather in Schierke near Wernigerode, which is mainly known for its half-timbered houses, the castle and the "leaning house", there has been a 341 metre long Brocken Coaster for fans of mountain coasters since 2003. Open all

The SEA LIFE Timmendorfer Strand is one of several aquariums operated by the Merlin Group, which also includes the Legoland parks, Gardaland and Heide-Park. Each of the aquariums is designed in the style of a circular route and shows animals in a classic

The Sonnenlandpark is a family park with many attractions for young and old. You won't find any roller coasters here, but the breathtaking Ferris wheel is the park's landmark and can be seen from far away. Enjoy the unique panoramic view over the park to

This park offers an interesting and varied selection of beautiful rides. The park is primarily aimed at families, as there are no spectacular roller coasters here.

But there are already many interesting rides to ride for the budding roller coaster fans.