In the former Electoral Palatinate residential city of Heidelberg in Baden-Württemberg, known for its university founded in the 14th century and Heidelberg Castle from the Renaissance period, in the middle of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, you

Wild Waves Theme & Water Park in Federal Way, Washington, is the largest amusement and water park in the region, nestled idyllically among forests just a short drive south of Seattle. Originally opened as a small family park, it has grown over the years

The funfair takes place at the Lloyd Multiplein at the harbour of Rotterdam.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- By tram - Oostkousdijk stop

By car:

- Venue: Lloyd Multiplein (Schiehaven)

Parking facilities:

- Q-Park Schiecentrale multi-storey car park

The Weißenburg Kirchweih is the largest folk festival in the town of Weißenburg in Bavaria and is one of the most traditional church consecration festivals in the region. It is known for its mix of festive tradition, entertainment and conviviality.

The

The animal paradise Wildpark schwarze Berge has existed in the south of Hamburg since 1969. More than 100 animal species live on an area of 50 hectares and the wildlife park specialises in European domestic and wild animals.

In large, freely accessible

In Peoria, Illinois, the Glen Oak Zoo was opened in 1955, then renamed Peoria Zoo in 2009. A smaller area of just under 6ha is offset by a selection of around 100 animal species. With the construction of its African exhibit, the zoo doubled its original

The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier in Texas is one of the most spectacular amusement parks in the United States. Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, the amusement pier juts out about 300 metres into the sea and combines classic fairground

Travel back in time at the beautiful

Terra Mitica Benidorm

. The settings are based on the ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean. The park is therefore divided into three zones: Egypt, Greece and Rome.

Photos: Beatsurfer

The funfair takes place in the city centre and on the market square.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Doetinchem station (distance 650 metres)

- by bus - bus stop Gemeentehuis

By car:

- Venue: Marktplein

Parking facilities:

- Veemarkt car

The Efteling Hotel has been a 5-minute walk from the Efteling for many years. The imposing building stands out from Midden-Brabantweg and Europalaan as soon as you arrive and invites visitors to enter the fantastic world of themed rooms. Whether Snow