In Dudley in the West Midlands, around 16 miles (approx. 26 km) north-west of Birmingham, Dudley Zoo has been located in the ruins of Dudley Castle since 1937. There are over 1,500 animals from around 200 species to discover on the zoo's 16-hectare site,

Around 22 kilometres north-east of Mallorca's capital Palma lies the Natura Parc animal park in Santa Eugénia, which has been in existence since 1998. Around 400 native and exotic animal species such as raccoons, lemurs, porcupines, vultures, parrots,

For 10 days, the rides keep visitors on the edge of their seats. One highlight follows the next. There is no chance of boredom here.

Even the little ones are catered for with various rides.

The beer garden, snack stands, churros and waffle bakeries as well

Hofis Erlebnispark, a new family attraction in Bavarian Swabia, has opened on the site of the former Westerncity in Dasing. Located directly off the A8 near Augsburg, the approximately 5.7-hectare family amusement park in Bavaria has been welcoming

In the Dutch province of Limburg, 15 km from Roermond and not far from the German border, you will find the second park of the BillyBird Group, the play and adventure park BillyBird Park Drakenrijk, in the small town of Reuver. In addition to an AquaFun

The town of Unterschleißheim, the innkeepers and the showmen invite you to the Lohhofer Volksfest, the highlight of Unterschleißheim's social life.

The Lohhofer Volksfest is a long-standing, much-loved tradition and is eagerly awaited every year by young

Around six kilometres from the port city of Newcastle in the state of New South Wales and around two hours' drive from the metropolis of Sydney, you will find the 182-hectare Blackbutt Reserve. Built on the site of the former Scottish-Australian Mining

High up in the mountains, the Seilbahnen Thale Erlebniswelt take you to the top. Whether cable car or chair lift, a unique view is guaranteed.

In the associated fun park and the fun island, 10 fun attractions await you.

In addition to Nautic Jet and Luna

A varied park, with large roller coasters, but also rides for the little kids.

"The Millennium", a looping roller coaster by Vekoma, is the park's best-known attraction, which primarily attracts adrenaline junkies.

A family outing is worthwhile, because

The funfair takes place in the city centre and on the market square.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Doetinchem station (distance 650 metres)

- by bus - bus stop Gemeentehuis

By car:

- Venue: Marktplein

Parking facilities:

- Veemarkt car