Normally, this tandem cross-country skiing- and sharp-shooting event is reserved for the sporting elite. Now, in the established biathlon venue Ruhpolding, Bavaria, anyone can take a crack at this test of strength and skill.

A new twist on furniture: lamps made of seaweed, benches wound up in yarn and sofas from car parts. We look at five things you probably never thought could be turned into household items.

Extra-thick tires and deep tunnels make it possible. Dashing through the snow in the Swiss winter resort of Gstaad with fatbikes. And afterward, riders can treat themselves to a tasty cheese fondue.

Gherdëina is a valley in Northern Italy and a popular winter destination. Ice climbing up frozen waterfalls is just one of the many attractions it has to offer. Beginners welcome – if you’re not afraid of heights!

André Rieu is one of the world's most successful touring musicians. The superstar violinist also conducts his own orchestra. And he fulfilled his childhood dream to live in a castle.

The art project "Bewegtes Land" transformed Germany's Saale valley into a 30 kilometer long stage, entertaining passengers in passing trains. Some 500 residents and volunteers took part along the Jena-Naumburg route.

Huge slides, a range of pools – with a stunning view of the sea: the WaterWorld Theme Park in Cyprus. The park is themed on ancient Greek mythology. It's fun in the sun for everyone.

An homage to Van Gogh. The animated film Loving Vincent had its premiere in Annecy, France. 125 artists spent years painting 65,000 frames in oil paints to bring Vincent van Gogh's works to life.

150 years ago, the Schottenhamel family set up their first beer booth at the Munich Oktoberfest. Now, they run one of the event's largest beer tents. It's the place where the first keg is tapped every year.

27-year-old Barnaby Dixon from southwest England is an enthusiastic animation artist and puppeteer. His videos, featuring his own finger puppets, are a huge online success.