The Ruhr piano festival, lit.Cologne, or the CHIO in Aachen are some of the world-renowned events in North Rhine-Westphalia that not only draw an audience, but also bring international stars to town every year to present their outstanding skills on the stage or in athletic competitions. Evening-long fireworks events, large visitor trade fairs, and traditional fairs with special backdrops also ensure some memorable experiences.
Rhine in Flames between Bonn and Linz
A fireworks spectacle on the river and river banks: between Bonn and Linz, the Rhine celebrates a sparkling festival of colours.
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Dark beer and rollercoasters: the largest fair on the Rhine, steeped in tradition, takes place on the Düsseldorf-Oberkassel fairground.
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