The Sababurg Zoo is located 45 kilometres west of Göttingen and 40 kilometres north of Kassel. It was opened in 1973, but has more than 440 years of history behind it, making it one of the oldest zoological institutions in Europe. Visitors will find

Immerse yourself in fun and relaxation - in any weather.

A bathing paradise has been created here on 120,000 m², where families, action fans and those seeking peace and quiet can get their money's worth. Embark on a journey through water and adventure

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 Thuringian Glitter World is an annual, spectacular light and entertainment event at the Hohenfelden Reservoir adventure region.

During the winter months, the area is transformed into a magical sea of lights, with hundreds of elaborately designed,

In Viernheim, Hesse, in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, the five-day Kerwe takes place every year at the beginning of November. On the Messplatz around the Apostelkirche, on the Apostelplatz and on the Rathausparkplatz, you will find more than

Twice a year there is a funfair on the Sprödentalplatz in Krefeld. For more than 95 years, exhibitors have been on site in spring and autumn to provide fun and satisfy hunger. With 120 to 130 exhibitors, the Sprödentalkirmes is also known beyond the

The tranquil municipality of Houthalen-Helchteren is located less than 15 kilometres north of Hasselt on the E314 from Aachen to Brussels. The Dutch city of Maastricht is 28 kilometres to the south-east and Brussels around 72 kilometres to the

The Mega Kirmes is back at the Stadion am Zoo from 2025. With numerous attractions and highlights, there's something for everyone, whether you're a fan of funfairs or adrenaline junkies.

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By public transport:

- with the suspension railway

The beginnings of the fair up to the present day

The beginnings of the St Michael's Fair date back to the Middle Ages. In 1428, the market day was first explicitly mentioned by name as "frigge Kermesse to sente Michels misse". This name was mentioned in a

Since 1962, the folk festival has been held on the fairground at the ESC site. Annually changing rides and attractions provide variety, and the festival hall is there every year. There, changing bands provide the necessary atmosphere every day.