The privately run Plättli Zoo has been located in Frauenfeld in the Swiss canton of Thurgau, around 30 kilometres from Constance, since 1958. The small but charming zoo is home to around 200 animals from around 50 species, including Barbary macaques,

In the district of Harz, or rather in Schierke near Wernigerode, which is mainly known for its half-timbered houses, the castle and the "leaning house", there has been a 341 metre long Brocken Coaster for fans of mountain coasters since 2003. Open all

The origins of Opole Zoo date back to 1912, when a private area was fenced off for residents to enjoy. Around 25 years later, the area went to the city, at that time with a tranquil 1.5 ha. After the major reconstruction caused by the war, the zoo

The Lippborg market has been taking place for more than 300 years. Every year at the end of August - on the last Tuesday in August to be precise (and the weekend before) - Lippborg is transformed into a small Mecca for young and old. This traditional

The Gibber Kerb is a traditional folk festival in Wiesbaden-Biebrich that has been celebrated since 1909. Every year in July, the Bleichwiesen meadows are transformed into a large festival area with live music, fairground rides, culinary specialities and

In the Swedish mountains you can try different outdoor activities and also ride an alpine coaster. In winter you can also go skiing here. There are also hotels on site. In summer you can also go hiking.

The Foire aux Manèges de Printemps in Arras is an integral part of the northern French festival calendar and transforms the historic city in the Pas-de-Calais department into a vibrant centre of entertainment culture every spring. The festival takes

SEA LIFE Gardaland is just a few meters from the entrance to Gardaland, right by the large car park. It is one of several aquariums run by the Merlin Group, which also owns the Legoland parks, Madame Tussauds, Gardaland or Heide-Park. Each of the

In the Netherlands, right by the sea, the park is located between Rotterdam and Antwerp. There is a mixture of different attractions, aquariums and informative knowledge. In the summer months there are also a few small water slides.

The Säubrennerkirmes runs through the whole of Wittlich town centre. In addition to the amusement park around the castle gallery, there are many other highlights. These include the parade through the town centre and the festival play "Die Säubrenner".