The Oktoberfest in Munich, affectionately known as the ‘Wiesn’ by locals, is the largest folk festival in the world and a global symbol of Bavarian culture and joie de vivre. Its origins date back to 1810, when it was first celebrated on the occasion

While Bavaria Filmstadt doesn’t have any roller coasters or dark rides, it does offer some extraordinary insights into past and current film productions at Bavaria Studios.

Who hasn’t heard of it? “U96 – Das Boot” is a world-famous film about the

In the Upper Austrian capital Linz, or rather in its district Urfahr, the nine-day Urfahranermarkt, also known colloquially as Urfahr-Markt or Urfix, takes place twice a year. The Urfahranermarkt in spring always begins on the last Saturday in April and

You can toboggan on the highest mountain in Rhineland-Palatinate in Hilscheid near Thalfang (Trier is about 50 kilometres to the west by car), on the Erbeskopf. This mountain in Hunsrück is just over 26 kilometres from the Moselle. Here you can

In Germany's largest theme park, you can complete a journey through Europe in just a few hours.

With great attention to detail and successful integration into the natural surroundings, this park is definitely worth a visit!

It offers a huge selection of

Once a year, the whole town of Verden is turned upside down. Showmen with fast-paced rides, a large Ferris wheel, many snack and confectionery vendors await you. As part of the supporting programme, the Domweih parade through the town of Verden starts on

Aquatica San Antonio is located right next to Seaworld San Antonio on the north-eastern edge of the city of San Antonio in the centre of Texas. San Antonio is the economic and cultural centre of South Texas and, with its 1.4 million inhabitants, is one

In 2008, Matamba, Phantasialand's second hotel, opened. As a three-star accommodation option directly adjacent to the Deep in Africa theme area, the focus was entirely on Africa. The hotel is inspired by the clay buildings of the West African Dogon

The Vaihingen May Day is the oldest secular festival in the town of Vaihingen an der Enz and takes place annually over the Whitsun holidays.

History and origins:

The roots of May Day go back a long way, possibly as far as the 15th century. It began as a

In the tradition of the Walibi Parks, the comparatively small Walibi Park in France also offers thrills, action and shows.

You can spend an exciting day with around 30 attractions and shows, including a Vekoma Boomerang "L'EqWalizer" or the wooden roller