In the US state of Illinois, or rather in Chicago, the third largest city in the United States and located on the south-west shore of Lake Michigan, you will find Lincoln Park Zoo, which opened in 1868. Covering an area of around 14 hectares, Lincoln

For 18 days you can taste the unique atmosphere of the Kortrijk Easter Fair.

The Paasfoor offers something for everyone. As always, you will find a solid mix of small and large attractive mills, traditional food and candy stalls.

The well-known attractions

Around 30 km west of Colmar and around 85 kilometres west of Freiburg, you will find the Tricky Track alpine adventure world. An Alpine coaster with a length of over 700 metres by Wiegand awaits you here, not only with a 7-minute ride, but also with a

The Katharinenmarkt on the third weekend in September is considered a superlative folk festival in the region. It is based on over 400 years of tradition as a livestock and craft market. Over four days, the farmers' market, business and sales show,

The Bayreuth Folk Festival has been a tradition for over 110 years and is one of the largest folk festivals in Franconia. In addition to two festival seasons and many showmen, there is also a large supporting programme on offer. This naturally includes a

Around 70 showmen and rides look forward to your visit.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Ahlen railway station (distance to the fairground 1 km)

By car - Venue: Dr.-Paul-Rosenbaum-Platz

Parking facilities:

- Mammutpfad car park (chargeable)

The Zoo de Cerza in Hermival-les-Vaux, France, opened as recently as 1986. Spread across 70 hectares, it is home to 120 species and approximately 1,500 animals. The animals living here come from all five continents. Visitors can admire the diverse array

Duinrell Amusement Park in Wassenaar, near The Hague, offers the perfect blend of action, water fun, and relaxation. Surrounded by dunes and nature, it provides entertainment for all ages—ideal for families and anyone looking for a change of pace.

An

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 Lehre-Essehof in Lower Saxony, about 12 km from Braunschweig, you will find the privately run Essehof Zoo, founded in 1968. Fifty different species of animals live here on an area of about 10 hectares. In addition to the native lynx, fallow deer and