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The funfair takes place in the town centre of Steinhagen.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by bus - bus stop Steinhagen, ZOB

By car:

- Venue: Town centre

Parking facilities:

- Brinkstraße multi-storey car park

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At the Mai-/Herbstmess, many showmen

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