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Thursday, 04. June 2026 at 01:08
Open from 09:00 to 19:00
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Corpus Christi
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Light rain around 2:25 a.m

Spanish Festival: Next Highlight in Europa-Park Anniversary Year

Tuesday, 09. September 2025, 14:24

Europa-Park invites visitors on September 13 and 14, 2025, to a Spanish festival in its Spanish themed area. The winding alleys will become a vibrant stage where fiery flamenco shows, traditional music, and authentic Spanish delicacies transport visitors directly to sunny Spain. This event in the anniversary year promises unforgettable moments and is included in the admission price.

Europa-Park: Successful Training Launch for Future Experts

Tuesday, 09. September 2025, 09:30

Europa-Park has kicked off a successful training start with nearly 100 new apprentices, laying the foundation for tomorrow's skilled professionals. During a comprehensive onboarding week, the young talents were welcomed and prepared for their entry into professional life. This week featured trainings and program elements that provide orientation and facilitate a smooth arrival at the company.

Barrel Tapping with Stefan Mross at Oktoberfest in Europa-Park

Monday, 08. September 2025, 12:44

Starting on September 19, 2025, the Europa-Park Arena will transform into a traditional festival tent in collaboration with the official Oktoberfest in Munich. Visitors can enjoy lively music, a wide selection of Bavarian specialties like pretzels, pork knuckles, and roast chicken, along with cool Hofbräu Oktoberfest beer. The celebrations will take place on selected dates until October 11 and have attracted numerous guests in dirndls and lederhosen to Germany's largest theme park for...

Vacation Rentals in Rust: Locals Resist Mass Tourism

Monday, 08. September 2025, 11:07

In Rust in the Ortenaukreis, locals have founded the citizens' initiative “Dorf statt Ferienanlage” to combat the increasing construction of vacation rentals around the Europa-Park. The initiative criticizes how mass tourism impairs quality of life, while the municipality plans to limit the number of vacation rentals. Currently, there are 900 such accommodations rented out by 250 hosts in the town with 5,000 inhabitants.

Europa-Park Named World's Best Theme Park for Tenth Time

Monday, 08. September 2025, 10:01

Europa-Park received the prestigious Golden Ticket Award as the world's best theme park for the tenth time on September 6, 2025. The family-owned business from Baden triumphed over strong competitors like Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. The award ceremony by the trade magazine Amusement Today took place this year at Carowinds theme park in Charlotte, North Carolina.

PUMA Run Your City Debuts at Europa-Park with Klosterhalfen

Thursday, 04. September 2025, 10:17

Europa-Park in Rust will become the venue for the premiere of the “PUMA Run Your City” event on November 3, 2025. After the park closes, around 600 runners will start an exclusive run through the autumn-winter illuminated themed areas. The German top athlete Konstanze Klosterhalfen, a two-time Olympic participant and 2022 European champion over 5000 meters, will take part and first answer participants' questions in a Q&A.

Reiner Meutsch Honored with Handprint at Europa-Park

Wednesday, 03. September 2025, 13:44

Reiner Meutsch, founder of the FLY & HELP Foundation and a longtime friend of the Mack family, has been honored with a handprint on the "Wall of Fame" at Europa-Park. This award recognizes the exceptional commitment of the radio host and world traveler, who has dedicated years to building schools in developing countries through his foundation. Germany's largest amusement park is sending a strong signal of solidarity with this gesture.

Oktoberfest at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort 2025

Wednesday, 03. September 2025, 11:10

Starting on September 19, 2025, the Europa-Park Arena will transform into a traditional festival tent in cooperation with the official Oktoberfest in Munich. Visitors will be able to enjoy lively music, Bavarian delicacies such as pretzels, pork knuckles, and roast chicken, along with cool Hofbräu Oktoberfest beer. The celebrations will take place until October 11 on selected dates starting at 6:00 p.m. and have attracted numerous guests in dirndls and lederhosen to Germany's largest theme...

Europa-Park October 2025: Events and Festivals

Tuesday, 02. September 2025, 12:59

At the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort, Germany's largest theme park, visitors can look forward to a wide range of events in October. The program spans from horror-themed events like Traumatica - Festival of Fear to culinary highlights such as the Alemannic Knights' Feast. The Halloween season and festivals like the German Fest ensure diverse experiences in Rust.

Launch for 96 Young Talents at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort

Tuesday, 02. September 2025, 11:19

On September 1, 96 young adults began their professional careers at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort, including Wasserwelt Rulantica and MACK Rides. The family-owned company now employs a total of 235 apprentices and students. With 33 recognized apprenticeship professions and 13 dual study programs, Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort ranks among the largest training providers in the region.

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