The Essen International Christmas Market is one of the largest and most atmospheric markets in Germany and is known for its unique, international flair. It stretches picturesquely through the entire city centre of Essen, starting at Willy-Brandt-Platz,

The park covers an area of around 6 hectares and is home to more than 70 animal species. A total of around 350 animals live here, including many well-known and rare species that are native to Europe. The park's inhabitants include European brown bears,

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 the rides, 20% discount on running and show

The Sonnenlandpark is a family park with many attractions for young and old. You won't find any roller coasters here, but the breathtaking Ferris wheel is the park's landmark and can be seen from far away. Enjoy the unique panoramic view over the park to

We once again invite you to the Mainburger Gallimarkt including agricultural machinery and trade show with hop exhibition. The ‘Hallertauer Oktoberfest’ starts on Friday at 6.00 pm with the parade of clubs and guests of honour from the market square to

The spring festival in Reutlingen takes place on the Bösmannsäcker fairground.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Reutlingen West station (600m walk)

By car:

- Venue: Bösmannsäcker fairground

Parking facilities:

- Visitor car park Bosch

One of the most traditional festivals in the Vogelsberg takes place every year from the Saturday before Corpus Christi to the Sunday after Corpus Christi. The premium market is firmly rooted in the local population and has survived through the ages. The

About 40 km from Bremen, you can experience a combination of play park and wildlife park. Here you can experience both a playground and a fairytale forest. Around 500 different animals await you on 18 hectares.

Located in Stuhr in the district of Diepholz in Lower Saxony, around 10 km south of the Hanseatic city of Bremen, the Bremer Abenteuerland indoor play park covers an area of over 3,000 square meters. Open all year round, the Bremer Abenteuerland mascot,

Located 65 kilometers north of Bordeaux as the crow flies, directly on the Atlantic coast and overlooking the Bay of Biscay, the Zoo de la Palmyre sits on the outskirts of Les Mathes. Opened in 1966, the zoo spans 18 hectares between two forests.