The ARTIS zoo opened in Amsterdam in 1838 on an area of 14 hectares. It is home to almost 800 animal species and presents animals in an aquarium and an insectarium, among other things. A special feature is the "Micropia" exhibition, in which the world of

Kirw Sunday is always on the 2nd Sunday in August. The Hülzweiler fair ('Helzwella Kirw') begins on the Saturday before and ends on the Wednesday after. Johannes Knoll, known as "Kirwenhannes", rules the village of Hülzweiler over the 5 days.

With around

In Ortenburg in the Lower Bavarian district of Passau, around 20 kilometres west of the district town of Passau, you will find Irgenöd Zoo. What began in 1975 as a pure bird park has changed over the years and led to the former bird park being renamed

Halfway between Malaga and Gibraltar, just a few hundred metres from the coastline of Gualdalmansa, lies the Selwo Aventura Zoo. Over 2,000 animals are presented to visitors on an area of around 100 hectares, divided into four themed areas. In Reserva de

Luna Park in Argelès-sur-Mer is one of the largest and most popular amusement parks and funfairs on the French Mediterranean coast. It is situated in the bustling district of Argelès-Plage and opens its gates every evening during the summer months to

Six Flags Great Adventure is the 4th park in the Six Flags group. Originally opened in 1974, the park was incorporated into Jackson, New Jersey in 1977. On an area of 210ha, the whole family will find attractions that will allow them to have fun in the

The Easter fair in Homburg marks the official start of the Saarland folk festival season and takes place annually on the spacious fairground at the Forum. As one of the first major events of spring, it attracts visitors from all over the Saarpfalz region

The Göppingen May Day is one of the oldest and most traditional local festivals in southern Germany and has been combining tradition and modernity for over 350 years.

The original peace and thanksgiving festival was held for the first time in 1650 on 11

If you fancy a relaxing trip into nature, Leipzig Wildlife Park in the Connewitz district is just the ticket. Covering around 42 hectares of woodland and meadows, you can experience native wildlife up close – from roe deer, wild boar and red deer to

Every year, numerous visitors look forward to the traditional folk festival in Central Hesse. Many great rides ensure lots of fun and variety for the guests.

Important dates:

Thursday: family day (50% discount on rides, 20% discount on running and show