The Stoppelmarkt in Vechta is one of the oldest markets in northwest Germany. It was already mentioned in a document in 1298. The market got its name from the stubble fields (harvested cornfields) where it was once held when the plague raged in Vechta.

Rhenen, in the province of Utrecht, has been home to the Ouwehands Zoo since 1932. The park allocates its animals to areas on 22 hectares. While you can find mandrils and polar bears on one side, visitors are also shown giant Chinese pandas.

In Wingst, Lower Saxony, in the district of Cuxhaven, around 35 kilometres south of the mouth of the Elbe into the North Sea and just west of the lower reaches of the Baltic Sea, you will find the Wingst play park. Children and adults can romp, play and

The Zoo de Cerza in Hermival-les-Vaux, France, only opened in 1986. About 1,500 species of 120 animals are presented on an area of 70 ha. The animals living here come from all 5 continents. The different creatures can be admired on two pedestrian routes.

The funfair takes place in the centre of Almere on the Esplanade by the Weerwater.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Almere Stad station, Centrum station (distance 1.1 km)

- by bus - bus stop Stadhuisplein

By car:

- Venue: Esplanade

Parking

Experience a tropical bathing experience and relax in the spacious sauna area. A landmark is the original Baltic cutter "Ole Wismar", which stands in the water in the middle of the adventure pool. The adventure pool is the heart of Atlantis and here the

Wintertijd Heerlen is the largest annual winter event in the Parkstad region of the Netherlands, transforming the center of Heerlen, particularly Pancratiusplein and De Bongerd, into a festive winter wonderland. The event, which usually takes place from

Geesthacht is in the starting blocks for an exciting spring market. It offers a wealth of attractions and amusements for young and old. From exciting rides and thrilling games to traditional fairground delicacies, there is something to suit every taste.

Stylishly framed by the brightly lit town hall, the water art, and the old venerable gabled houses, the traditional “Wismar Christmas Market” takes place on the historic market square during the Advent season. Swedish-style Christmas huts entice

In addition to many attractive rides, there is of course also a tasty treat for the palate and a great supporting programme. This includes a big raffle, an afternoon for senior citizens with a colourful music programme and even a backstage tour of the