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St Donatus is regarded as the

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The fair takes place in the city centre (De Lind) of Oisterwijk.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Oisterwijk station (200 metres away)

By car:

- Venue: De Lind

Parking facilities:

- Tiliander multi-storey car park (Spoorlaan 82C)

- Car park

The beginnings of the fair up to the present day

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What you can expect:

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