The first Schlitterbahn Park in New Braunfels, Texas opened in 1979. Because of the German ancestry of many people in the New Braunfels area, the water park was given a German name. Three times the park was expanded after opening. This Schlitterbahn park

The ARTIS zoo opened in Amsterdam in 1838 on an area of 14 hectares. It is home to almost 800 animal species and presents animals in an aquarium and an insectarium, among other things. A special feature is the "Micropia" exhibition, in which the world of

The Ochsenfest is much more than just a folk festival in Central Hesse - it is a place for culture, tradition and community. People of all ages come together here to learn, celebrate and create unforgettable experiences. Amidst the festive atmosphere,

"an island like no other!" - This is how Thorpe Park near London is described. It is considered one of the thrill parks in Europe! The amusement park belongs, like Alton Towers, to the Merlin Entertainment Group. Many roller coasters, such as Saw - The

Just over the German border, the Dutch town of Hengolo hosts a beautiful city centre fair.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Hengolo railway station (distance 50 m)

By car:

- Venue: City centre

Parking facilities:

- Hengelo Centre car park

Didiland is a small, nice park for families with children.

There is a lot for the little ones to discover, such as a tree trunk ride, a children's roller coaster and a rafting facility.

Of course, parents are allowed to take part in almost all attractions.

The Miramar is one of the most famous adventure pools in Baden-Württemberg and is located in Weinheim an der Bergstraße, directly on Lake Waidsee between Mannheim and Heidelberg. The complex combines a fun pool, slide park, thermal baths and sauna

The spring festival in Reutlingen takes place on the Bösmannsäcker fairground.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Reutlingen West station (600m walk)

By car:

- Venue: Bösmannsäcker fairground

Parking facilities:

- Visitor car park Bosch

The traditional Fridolinsrummel in Bad Säckingen offers a great variety of culinary delights and great rides for both leisurely and action-packed days!

The fair takes place on the fairground (next to the castle park) and is open daily.

AquaSplash is a water park near Lignano with many different slides.

Here are great opportunities to finally test a "jump slide", where you fly up to one meter through the air.

Of course, there are also more comfortable slides and enough sunbathing areas