In 1926 the larger of the two Saarland zoos opened for the first time in Neunkirchen. Over 140 animal species are presented on an area of around 20 hectares, with the focus being on Asian animals such as the Chinese tree chipmunk, the Asian elephant or

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is located in Kent, England, and is one of the country's most famous wildlife parks. The park was founded in 1973 by John Aspinall, a dedicated conservationist who was committed to protecting endangered species. Covering over

In 1956, the Opel Zoo in Kronberg im Taunus (Rhine-Main area) was founded by Georg von Opel as a research enclosure. The park is home to well over 200 animal species. The park is particularly proud of its keeping of the Mesopotamian fallow deer, its 2

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

In Austria in Salzburger Land you can ride a summer toboggan run at over 1980 meters. There are also beautiful alpine huts to stop at. You can climb the mountain by cable car or on foot. In winter you can also ski here.

Since 2004, there has been an Alpine coaster over 600 metres long in the border area between the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia. It is about 400 kilometres from Prague, and Ostrava is less than 70 kilometres to the northwest. In winter you can also

The Cabárceno Nature Park is a unique nature and animal park near the city of Santander in the northern Spanish region of Cantabria. It is located on the site of a former iron ore open-cast mine and covers an area of around 750 hectares. The park was

At the Efteling Fairytale World, internationally renowned sagas and legends are brought to life through attractions, shows and restaurants. The theme park is particularly well known for its detailed themed rides. Many different roller coasters also

Sprookjesbos opened in Valkenburg, between Maastricht and Heerlen, in 1950. The park is mainly aimed at parents with young children and features more than 17 different fairy tales. From Sleeping Beauty to Ali Baba, every child is guaranteed to find their

Over Easter, the market in Oudenaarde will be celebrating again as the annual Easter market takes place. Ten days of fun for young and old.

Source: City of Oudenaarde

Travel information:

By public transport:

- By train - Oudenaarde railway station (800m