Darien Lake started as a camping site in 1964 and through a deal with HUSS Park Attractions it became the North American exhibition area of the original German attraction manufacturer. In 1983 the park was sold to Funtime Inc. and joined Premier Parks in

At approximately 793 meters long, Walton Pier in Walton-on-the-Naze (Essex) is the third-longest pier in the UK. It is a historic tourist destination that has undergone extensive modernization in recent years and is now one of the largest covered leisure

The Silesian Christmas Market takes place every year in the romantic old town of Görlitz, Germany's easternmost city. It is characterised by its picturesque backdrop, surrounded by the magnificent historic buildings of Upper Lusatia.

What makes this

In the Hessian part of the Taunus, more precisely in the central Hessian town of Weilburg, lies the Weilburg Wildlife Park, which is maintained by the Hessen-Forst state forestry company. Covering an area of 93 hectares, it is home to 20 different animal

The Heide Park Adventure Hotel will transport you to another world as soon as you arrive. Here you don't just stay overnight, but become part of an adventure – perfect if you want to make your visit to the park very special.

The lovingly designed themed

Just over the German border, the Dutch town of Hengolo hosts a beautiful city centre fair.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Hengolo railway station (distance 50 m)

By car:

- Venue: City centre

Parking facilities:

- Hengelo Centre car park

The only zoo in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg opened in 1956 on an area of 25 hectares. Over 200 animal species from 5 continents are presented in enclosures. Special attention is paid to a beautiful little fairytale park. It has several customised fairy

The Marché de Noël de Metz is one of the largest and most atmospheric Christmas markets in France, transforming the historic capital of Lorraine into a glittering festive backdrop. What makes this market special is that it spans several squares in the

It's St Andrew's market. The smell of almonds and candy floss wafts through the centre of Rheda again in November. Afterwards, many showmen have to set up their shops in the squares of the Christmas markets. But before that, the Andreasmarkt will offer

On the Whitsun weekend, the traditional Whitsun market will take place on the Messplatz Wrede in Germersheim. Numerous showmen will be on site with their rides, game booths and snack bars and look forward to welcoming all visitors. In addition, there