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Djurs Sommerland: Midgårdsormen – Northern Europe’s First Hot Racer Coaster with Inversions Opens in 2027

Wednesday, 08. July 2026, 07:54

Coaster fans across Northern Europe can mark 2027 in their calendars. Djurs Sommerland will open Midgårdsormen, the region’s very first Hot Racer Coaster to feature inversions. With an investment of more than EUR 14 million, a top speed of 75 km/h and three inversions, the new ride will also be the tallest and fastest Hot Racer Coaster in Europe. Named after the legendary Midgard Serpent from Norse mythology, it will rise in the expanded Vikingeland area and marks a genuine milestone for the...

International Europa-Park Cup by SV Rust: €6,000 Each Donated to Santa Isabel e.V. and Einfach Helfen e.V.

Tuesday, 07. July 2026, 15:37

At the 23rd international Europa-Park Cup hosted by SV Rust, it wasn’t just about young talents competing on the pitch. In the end, the real story was one of charity in action. The 166 teams from Germany, France and Switzerland raised an impressive €12,000 for two important local aid organizations. All proceeds from parking fees and overnight stays at the new Silver Lake City campsite had been earmarked from the very beginning for the non-profit groups “Santa Isabel e.V. - Help for...

25 Braids Donated at Efteling Fairy Tale Day: Rapunzel’s 25th Anniversary Gift to Dutch Hair Foundation

Tuesday, 07. July 2026, 13:18

Right in the heart of the Sprookjesbos at Efteling, a very special fairy-tale moment unfolded today. To mark Rapunzel’s 25th anniversary, 25 guests donated their long braids to the Dutch Hair Foundation. Five hairdressers stood ready in the woods, cut the braids and rewarded the generous donors with fresh hairstyles and official certificates. Altogether more than ten meters of hair were collected – a valuable gift for people who lost their own hair through cancer treatment or hair diseases....

Europa-Park Named Best Theme Park in Germany Again by Travelcircus

Tuesday, 07. July 2026, 13:03

Great news for all Europa-Park fans: The independent travel experts at Travelcircus have once again named the theme park in Rust the best theme park in Germany. With 22.51 out of 25 possible points, the park clearly leads the detailed ranking. The platform analyzed the 49 most popular theme parks and more than 1,600 attractions, comparing price data, guest reviews and overall awareness. The result confirms what visitors have long known: With over 100 attractions and shows, Germany’s largest...

Europa-Park Events in August: All Shows, Brunches, Festivals and Summer Highlights

Monday, 06. July 2026, 16:01

August at the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort brings a colorful lineup of culinary highlights, strong live performances and international festival atmosphere. Whether it’s a Sunday Country Brunch, ARD Schlager with Stefan Mross, South African flavors or fiery flamenco shows – families, music fans and water-fun lovers will find plenty of reasons to remember this summer. All dates and details at a glance. Every Sunday, Silver Lake City in the Diner Station serves a delicious Country Brunch from...

Europa-Park Opens “Kinderhaus Kleine Helden” – Families Rediscover Joy of Life After Cancer

Monday, 06. July 2026, 15:34

On July 6, 2026, the new “Europa-Park Kinderhaus Kleine Helden” in Silver Lake City at the Europa-Park Resort was officially opened. The Mack family and DJ BoBo, who has taken on the patronage of the house, gave the official starting signal together. The ceremony was moderated by Wolfram Kons, board member of the “Stiftung RTL – Wir helfen Kindern e.V.”. Among the guests were Minister Marion Gentges and the mayor of Rust, Kai-Achim Klare. The first families have already moved in. The...

Nigloland Opens "Le Terrier" and "La Confiserie de Niglotte": New Immersive Gourmet Quick-Service Dining in Forêt de Niglo from July 4

Thursday, 02. July 2026, 15:35

Nigloland fans, here’s something to look forward to: Starting Saturday, July 4, the park is adding two new themed dining spots that will finally complete the Forêt de Niglo. With the opening of "Le Terrier" and "La Confiserie de Niglotte," the immersion for families becomes even deeper and more delicious – just the kind of fairy-tale break many are looking for between rides. The two new spots are the last pieces of the Forêt de Niglo, a project that began back in 2020 with the opening of...

New 'Sommer-Spaß mit Andy Borg' Edition at Europa-Park: Live Recording on July 25, 2026 with Star Guests

Thursday, 02. July 2026, 12:08

Schlager fans and theme park lovers, take note: On Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 8:15 p.m., the new open-air edition of “Sommer-Spaß mit Andy Borg” will be recorded in the “Immer wieder sonntags” Arena right next to Rulantica at the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort. Host Andy Borg is throwing a summer garden party under the open sky, with music and entertainment front and center. Recorded with a live audience, the show airs on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. on SWR and MDR and will...

WeRiseUp and Tarragona Launch the World's First Mixed Reality Experience in a Roman Amphitheatre

Thursday, 02. July 2026, 10:55

Imagine stepping into the ancient Amphitheatre of Tarragona – and suddenly becoming an apprentice gladiator witnessing life-or-death combat more than 2,000 years ago. That is exactly the captivating time-travel experience delivered by “The Roar of Tarraco”, the world’s first mixed reality experience inside a Roman amphitheatre. Created by WeRiseUp, the joint venture between PortAventura World and Vekoma, in close partnership with the Tarragona City Council, this groundbreaking...

Silver Lake City at Europa-Park: Independence Day Festival 2026 for the 250th US Anniversary

Wednesday, 01. July 2026, 14:23

On July 4, 2026, the new Western town of Silver Lake City at Europa-Park will be all about the Star-Spangled Banner. On the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the USA, guests of the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort can look forward to a lovingly designed program in the authentic style of the Wild West. At the “Main Street Festival: Independence Day in Silver Lake City,” visitors will experience the unique atmosphere of Silver Lake City in festive attire. Along Main Street, authentic live...

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