Kassel in Hesse is the only major city in northern Hesse with a population of just over 200,000. TerraZoo Sontra in Hesse, located around 55 kilometres south-east of Kassel, has existed as a reptile sanctuary since 2008 and as a reptile zoo since 2010.

You will find over 130 animal species in Thuringia's oldest zoo (opened in 1959), the Erfurt Zoo. The area of 63 hectares is shared by vultures in the Geier Valley, deer in the deer forest and lions in the lion savannah. In addition, you will find large

The animal paradise Wildpark schwarze Berge has existed in the south of Hamburg since 1969. More than 100 animal species live on an area of 50 hectares and the wildlife park specialises in European domestic and wild animals.

In large, freely accessible

The Kieler Woche is an annual sailing regatta and at the same time the largest sailing event in the world. There are several stages in the city on which various live performances take place. The highlights, however, naturally take place in the water.

The Laurenzi Fair takes place on the fairground and along the Main quay. In addition to a large amusement park, there is a marquee with a beer garden, a wine village and the Laurenzi Market with more than 100 market stalls directly on the banks of the

The Wagenfeld Wholesale Market is a traditional folk festival that takes place every autumn. It is known for its successful mix of a large market and amusement park, an extensive trade show and a traditional festival tent.

The festivities are concentrated

The Foire d'hiver de Dunkerque, the traditional winter fair in the northern French port city of Dunkirk, is a vibrant celebration of joie de vivre that defies the harsh weather on the North Sea coast with warmth and colour. In a city whose identity is

The Schützenplatz in Hanover covers a total area of 10 hectares, making it one of the largest festival sites in Germany. The festival has been held since 1954 and is now the largest spring festival in Lower Saxony with around 700,000 visitors. The

Friendship Park is a modern leisure and recreation park in the Armenian city of Gyumri that attracts both locals and visitors. The park has been redesigned in recent years and combines classic amusement park attractions with spacious green areas, walking

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.