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A safari park with an adjoining amusement arena, which offers a small but fine selection of attractions. A Log Flume, a Tivoli roller coaster and a Ferris wheel are also part of the offer.

In addition, the animals are the highlight of the park. In

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The Easter fair in Hagen takes place on Otto-Ackermann-Platz.

Important dates:

Wednesday = Family day with heavily discounted ticket prices at all shops

Friday = ‘Höing in Flammen’ fireworks display at 21:00

Second Saturday = Lady Time - from 18:00 Ladies