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Europa-Park Closed: Dismantled Coasters & New Thatched Roofs

Friday, 27. February 2026, 11:20

While most visitors are missing Europa-Park, a hive of activity is underway behind the closed gates. Every year, the park uses its multi-week winter closure for comprehensive maintenance – far more than just a simple break. This phase ensures the highest safety standards, impeccable quality and the magical experience that millions of fans expect year after year. Instead of being empty and quiet, the park turns into one big workshop. Screwing, painting, inspecting and renewing are happening...

Europa-Park January 2026: Extremely Quiet Winter Month with Minimal Crowds

Friday, 27. February 2026, 08:35

January 2026 will go down in many Europa-Park fans’ memories as one of the most relaxed winter months the park has ever seen. Anyone who visited during this period enjoyed free pathways, plenty of space, and wait times that were mostly well under 5 minutes – a dream come true for coaster enthusiasts who want to ride without stress. Throughout the month, Europa-Park was very quiet overall. On many days, crowd levels were minimal or very low. The absolute low was recorded on January 12 at...

„The Lost Treasures Lost & Found Office“ – New Interactive Reading Adventure at Europa-Park

Thursday, 26. February 2026, 13:28

Europa-Park is about to become even more magical – at least in the bedrooms of its youngest fans. In partnership with Ravensburger Verlag and MACK Magic, the new interactive early reader series „The Lost Treasures Lost & Found Office“ launches in March. The first two volumes, „Flame Storm“ and „Poseidon’s Trident“, will be available in bookstores as well as in the Europa-Park shops and online store. The books are additionally available in French exclusively at the Europa-Park...

Award Ceremony at Europa-Park: Nominees for 2026 German Children & Youth Prize

Wednesday, 25. February 2026, 13:27

Six impressive participation projects from all over Germany have reached the final round – the nominees for the German Children and Youth Award 2026 have been announced. On June 22, 2026, Germany’s highest-funded national prize for child and youth participation, worth a total of 30,000 euros, will be presented at Europa-Park. Europa-Park is the official partner and, together with the German Children’s Aid Association, invites all participants to Germany’s largest theme park. Miriam...

Double Success for TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park: Performance Crew Qualifies for World Finals

Monday, 23. February 2026, 15:59

Impressive double success for the TALENT ACADEMY at Europa-Park! Last weekend the Performance Crew under the direction of Franziska Wolf took first place at two important qualification competitions and is now heading to two major events. On Saturday, February 21, the group triumphed at the “Dance Unit Qualifier Regio Süd” in Ulm. With their emotional choreography “Heart of Darkness,” the dancers scored a strong 102 out of 120 possible points and clearly qualified for the “World...

More Titan Track for Wodan Timburcoaster?

Friday, 13. February 2026, 08:08

The Europa-Park community is buzzing: In yesterday’s Instagram Story from well-known fan account Parkfan95, it’s clearly visible that the popular wooden coaster Wodan Timburcoaster is apparently receiving another section of Titan Track. This time, the curves right before the final brakes are affected – a section that, for many enthusiasts, delivered the ultimate “out-of-control” sensation. Forum discussions are heated, as many see this change as another step away from the original...

Europa-Park Hiring Success: 260 New Employees in Just Three Days

Tuesday, 10. February 2026, 15:11

Finding a dream job and walking away with a signed contract the same day – that was the reality for many at Europa-Park’s recruitment days from February 4 to 6. A total of 760 candidates visited Hotel “Santa Isabel” to meet the recruiting team in quick, speed-dating-style interviews. An impressive 260 applicants left the event with contracts already signed. What makes these recruitment days special is the direct contact in the actual work environment: chefs demonstrated their skills...

Europa-Park Hotels Honored at DEHOGA “Hour of Hotel Stars”

Tuesday, 10. February 2026, 12:47

Four hotels at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort have once again received prestigious recognition: During the ceremonial “Hour of Hotel Stars” at the INTERGASTRA trade fair in Stuttgart on February 7, the 4-star-superior hotels “Bell Rock,” “Santa Isabel,” “Colosseo,” and “Krønasår – The Museum-Hotel” were honored for successfully completing their reclassification under the rigorous criteria of the German Hotel Classification (DEHOGA). The German Hotel Classification,...

Chrome & Bike Day 2026: Motorcycle Culture Meets Western Flair at Europa-Park

Monday, 09. February 2026, 15:22

On June 28, 2026, Europa-Park’s Silver Lake City will become the ultimate meeting point for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts: Entertainer and Black Forest ambassador Hansy Vogt, together with the Black Forest Buddies, invites riders to the first-ever “Chrome & Bike Day – Feel the Freedom & Ride the Bike.” Surrounded by authentic Western atmosphere, motorcycle fans will celebrate their passion for powerful machines, the sense of freedom on the open road, and genuine community. The day...

Europa-Park to Go Smoke-Free: New State Law Bans Smoking in Amusement Parks

Friday, 06. February 2026, 08:11

The Baden-Württemberg state parliament passed a revised Non-Smoker Protection Act this week, introducing stricter rules for locations frequently visited by children and adolescents — including amusement parks. As a result, Europa-Park in Rust will have to implement a smoking ban in the coming months. It remains unclear at this time whether designated smoking areas will be available and, if so, where they will be located. The law takes effect on the first day of the fourth month following...

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