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JUNIOR CLUB SHOW: New Europa-Park Game Show on VEEJOY

JUNIOR CLUB SHOW: New Europa-Park Game Show on VEEJOY

Thursday, 28. August 2025, 11:13
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Europa-Park JUNIOR CLUB, the park has created a new game show for the whole family. The JUNIOR CLUB SHOW, produced in the in-house studios, has been weekly airing exclusively on VEEJOY since August 28, 2025. In each episode, two children compete in varied game and quiz rounds that demand knowledge, skill and speed, enhanced by plenty of fun and surprises. The program is hosted by Beni Weber, known from numerous children's formats on TV and on stage.
New Cabins in the Disney Davy Crockett Ranch Opening Soon

New Cabins in the Disney Davy Crockett Ranch Opening Soon

Thursday, 28. August 2025, 10:46
An exciting update is on the horizon at Disneyland Paris: The first group of completely redesigned cabins in the Disney Davy Crockett Ranch will welcome guests starting September 1, 2025. Final preparations are currently underway under the supervision of Walt Disney Imagineering Paris to provide a unique overnight experience in a natural setting.
Great Success for “Immer wieder sonntags” at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort

Great Success for “Immer wieder sonntags” at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort

Thursday, 28. August 2025, 10:34
The music and entertainment show “Immer wieder sonntags” by SWR is celebrating great success in this anniversary year with high interest and positive feedback. At the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort in Rust, the last live broadcast of the season will take place on Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m., moderated by Stefan Mross. A week later, on September 7, 2025 at 10 a.m., a Best of will follow with the highlights of the season.
Efteling Renews Raveleijn with New Show and Attraction

Efteling Renews Raveleijn with New Show and Attraction

Wednesday, 27. August 2025, 13:25
The themed area of the magical city Raveleijn in Efteling is being completely renewed and expanded with a new, exciting attraction featuring a thrill experience. The well-known park show is undergoing a complete metamorphosis with a new storyline and impressive show effects, while the current main characters will continue to be seen. The renewed themed area is expected to open at the end of 2026.
Toverland Unveils Unmasked: New Halloween Attractions

Toverland Unveils Unmasked: New Halloween Attractions

Wednesday, 27. August 2025, 12:57
Preparations are underway at Toverland amusement park for the Halloween season, which starts on October 4, 2025. Visitors can look forward to 13 Halloween Nights with intense scare elements and 21 family-friendly Halloween Days. New this year are the Haunted Experience and Scare Zone, both named Unmasked, which blend seamlessly in theme and feature a vampire masquerade ball.
Ratatouille Renovation Unveils New Secret Recipe

Ratatouille Renovation Unveils New Secret Recipe

Tuesday, 26. August 2025, 16:08
In October 2025, the popular family attraction Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy in the Walt Disney Studios Park at Disney Adventure World will temporarily close for a major renovation. The teams from Walt Disney Imagineering Paris and Disneyland Paris are creating something truly special, putting their all into refreshing and enhancing this iconic attraction. The renewed attraction will reopen to guests in spring 2026.
Efteling Bike Route: Cursed Letter to Danse Macabre

Efteling Bike Route: Cursed Letter to Danse Macabre

Tuesday, 26. August 2025, 10:36
From now on, cyclists can explore a new thematic bike route around the Efteling that tells the story of the Danse Macabre attraction. The 18-kilometer route “The Cursed Letter” from Brabant Partners leads through Kaatsheuvel and the Loonse en Drunense Duinen National Park, connecting Brabant legends with the landscape. It follows the trail of a post coachman carrying a cursed letter.
Broadway Dreams Camp Show Thrills at Europa-Park

Broadway Dreams Camp Show Thrills at Europa-Park

Tuesday, 26. August 2025, 08:41
In the Teatro of the Italian-themed area at Europa-Park, an emotional and high-energy show took place on Friday, captivating the audience with impressive performances and goosebump moments. Participants in the Broadway Dreams Camp presented alongside famous Broadway Dreams celebrities from New York what they had learned in a one-week intensive musical theater course at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park. In front of hundreds of spectators, emerging talents and professionals delivered remarkable...
Badische Zeitung Raffles Kid Reporter Spots in Europa-Park Rust

Badische Zeitung Raffles Kid Reporter Spots in Europa-Park Rust

Tuesday, 26. August 2025, 08:29
The Badische Zeitung offers children the chance to peek behind the scenes at Europa-Park in Rust as reporters. Two spots are being raffled off for an exclusive tour on Thursday, September 25. The young winners will explore hidden areas and gain insights into the park's daily operations.
Hit-and-Run at Legoland Parking Lot in Günzburg: Police Seek Witnesses

Hit-and-Run at Legoland Parking Lot in Günzburg: Police Seek Witnesses

Monday, 25. August 2025, 14:32
In Günzburg, an accident occurred in the Legoland parking lot where an unknown vehicle damaged a parked BMW. The incident took place on Saturday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The driver of the unknown vehicle subsequently left without addressing the damage. The police estimate the property damage at around 750 euros and are now appealing to possible witnesses to come forward.