During Advent, the city on the Rhine and Moselle rivers is transformed into an atmospheric pre-Christmas paradise every year: the scent of freshly roasted almonds, mulled wine, and gingerbread wafts through the streets.

At the arts and crafts market,

The Black Forest model railway in Gutach is a fascinating excursion destination for railway fans, families and model-making enthusiasts. Covering more than 500 square metres of exhibition space, the largest European model railway based on a real H0 gauge

The Parc des Combes is a nature-based amusement park near Le Creusot in Burgundy and offers you a successful mix of action, relaxation and magnificent views. Nestled in a hilly landscape, you can experience leisure fun far from large theme parks –

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,

In Austria's Salzburger Land in Zell am See Kaprun on the Maiskogel, a fast-paced and long Alpine coaster awaits you. There is also a playground with slides and refreshment facilities.

The largest of the three Gullivers Parks offer plenty of variety for the whole family.

Wooden roller coaster, wild water slide, lots of flat rides and kiddy rides fill the day with lots of fun.

If you don't want to explore the park on foot, you can do so

At PortAventura Caribe Aquatic Park, visitors can expect a lively Caribbean adventure. The large water park is located right next to the PortAventura Park. Adventurers of all ages can enjoy themselves on the extensive outdoor area. An over 30-metre high

Ain Dubai – The world's largest Ferris wheel

Ain Dubai (also known as the ‘Dubai Eye’) is a true masterpiece of engineering and one of Dubai's most spectacular attractions. Ain Dubai is located on the artificial island of Bluewaters Island, just off

The Alsfeld Whitsun Market is the largest folk festival in the region and takes place annually over Whitsun (from Friday to Whit Tuesday) on the forecourt of the Alsfeld Town Hall.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Alsfeld railway

The Great Escape park is one of the three parks of the Six Flags Gropup which is not branded as a Six Flags Park. Founded in the year 1954former known as "Storytown USA" was the park rapidly growing. In 2006 when it was sold to the Six Flags group the