In terms of size, the Cannstatter
is second only to the
Oktoberfest in Munich. Rows of beer lovers sing along to oompa band
classics in large marquee tents, washing down their favourite
golden liquid with tasty Swabian snacks. An exhilarating fairground
is the setting with one of the world's biggest mobile Ferris
wheels, reaching 198 feet (60m), as the backdrop. The celebration
takes place over two weeks in the fall. Lookout for the symbolic
'fruit column', a colourful wooden pillar, strecth Event Date: 28 September to 14 October 2012 Event Time: 11am to 11pm Venue: Cannstatter Wasen
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