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Usually when we think of carnivals we think of New Orleans and the well known Mardi Gras, however this is not the only place where there is a famous carnival. A lesser known carnival, but one that certainly is spread through out the country, occurs in Germany each year. It is a bigger event than Halloween, and people dress up similarly with carnival costumes ranging from pirates, Jack Sparrow being a particular favourite, to cowboys and Indians. Children and adults alike will dress up and there are many parades around the country.

if you are thinking of going on holiday to Europe then this might be one of the places that you choose to go. There is a great atmosphere, and you will be welcome to share in the quaint traditions that the German people have. So if you like the whole Halloween dressing up, and also like to be in a party atmosphere then why not consider it.

You will have to arrange your trip early, if there is a particular place that you would like to go and stay as people will travel to certain larger towns to celebrate. This will mean that there will not be so much accommodation free for tourists.