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

This park, which is the only permanently installed park in the north-east of the country, was created in cooperation with the Italian Mirabilandia Park and the Peixoto Group. With 35 attractions, including two roller coasters, it is one of the somewhat

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.

The funfair takes place in the city centre of Zutphen.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- By train - Zutphen station (750 metres away)

- By bus - Rijkenhage bus stop

By car:

- Venue: Groenmarkt, Houtmarkt and Zaadmarkt

Parking facilities:

- Gravenhof

The Hofgeismar Cattle Market and Local Festival is a real highlight in the region's calendar of events. It is known for its mix of traditional cattle market, large fairground and lively festival tent.

Highlights and programme:

Festzelt-Gaudi: The festival

The Hellenthal Bird of Prey Station & Game Reserve has been located in Hellenthal in the Euskirchen district of North Rhine-Westphalia, south of the Eifel National Park, since 1967. On the approximately 65-hectare site of the private game reserve, native

The historic Christmas market in Osnabrück is considered one of the most beautiful and atmospheric Christmas markets in northern Germany. It owes its special appeal to the unique backdrop of Osnabrück's old town, where it stretches impressively between

Luna Park in Argelès-sur-Mer is one of the largest and most popular amusement parks and funfairs on the French Mediterranean coast. It is situated in the bustling district of Argelès-Plage and opens its gates every evening during the summer months to

Brockum, a small community with only around 1,000 inhabitants, organises one of the biggest festivals and exhibitions in the region with its wholesale market. Around 200,000 visitors are expected. The wholesale market is very diverse, ranging from a

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is located in Kent, England, and is one of the country's most famous wildlife parks. The park was founded in 1973 by John Aspinall, a dedicated conservationist who was committed to protecting endangered species. Covering over