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Sarah Engels Enjoys Private Family Getaway at Europa-Park After Eurovision 2026

Tuesday, 26. May 2026, 11:59

Just days after representing Germany at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, singer Sarah Engels headed to the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort for a private family getaway. Far from the spotlight, she enjoyed the unique atmosphere of Germany’s largest theme park in Rust. Between the lovingly themed European areas, the varied attractions and summery entertainment, the family found the perfect setting for quality time together. With temperatures over 30 degrees Celsius, a visit to the water...

Efteling Reveals Ravenring: New Interactive Flying Attraction Opening This Winter in Raveleijn

Tuesday, 26. May 2026, 10:17

Efteling has laid its cards on the table and finally revealed the name and design of the highly anticipated new attraction in the legendary Raveleijn themed area. With Ravenring, a unique flying adventure is coming this winter to the popular Dutch theme park – an experience that will thrill fans of action, interaction and magical immersion alike. Ravenring is being built right outside the imposing city walls of the magical city of Raveleijn. Visitors board one of 18 winged vehicles inspired...

Croatian Festival 2026 at Europa-Park: Mediterranean Vibes and Cultural Diversity

Tuesday, 26. May 2026, 10:07

Come the last weekend of May 2026, Europa-Park steps into Croatia’s sunny lifestyle. On May 30 and 31 the park’s 17th European themed area turns into a real Adriatic experience – timed perfectly with Croatia’s National Day. Traditional dances by the folklore group “DIJASKORAK Kroatischer Kulturverein Offenbach e.V.”, typical music and an exhibition of traditional costumes and jewelry let visitors feel the country’s rich cultural heritage up close. On the culinary side, the...

Phantasialand Expansion in Brühl: Hundreds Protest Against Development in Nature Reserve – Council Defers Decision

Tuesday, 19. May 2026, 15:36

Around 300 demonstrators gathered on Monday in front of the town hall in Brühl. With loud chants such as “Ententeich remains” and “Brühl stays cool” and plenty of placards they demanded that the development of the Ententeich be stopped. The protest targeted the planned expansion of Phantasialand into the roughly 15-hectare, partly protected nature reserve in the triangle between Berggeiststraße, Phantasialandstraße (L 194) and Autobahn 553. The demonstration was organised by the...

JUNIOR CLUB Kids Festival Celebrates Premiere at Rulantica – Three Days of Action with Snorri, Radio Teddy and Great Prizes from May 23 to 25, 2026

Monday, 18. May 2026, 11:32

Water enthusiasts and families, take note: The JUNIOR CLUB Kids Festival is celebrating its premiere at the popular water world Rulantica from May 23 to 25, 2026! Many young guests already know the free club from Germany’s largest theme park – now it is coming to Rulantica for the first time and invites children aged four to twelve, together with the mascot Snorri and his friends, to a splashy festival full of fun and action. The entire event is included in the regular ticket price for...

"Mistério do Oceano": New High Diving Show Launches at Europa-Park on May 23

Monday, 18. May 2026, 10:09

From May 23, guests at Europa-Park can look forward to a brand-new High Diving Show in the Portuguese themed area called "Mistério do Oceano". With daring jumps and spectacular stunts from dizzying heights, it delivers plenty of action and entertainment. This year the story is set in a charming coastal town where fishermen bring their daily catch to the local market. But one day before the big Fisher Festival, all the boats return to the harbor with empty nets – it seems the fish have...

SC Freiburg Europa League Final Live: Public Viewing at Europa-Park Resort

Saturday, 16. May 2026, 00:07

Big football emotions are coming up: On Wednesday, May 20, SC Freiburg will face Aston Villa in the Europa League Final – and the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort invites all fans to cheer together for this historic moment! As a long-time partner of the club, the resort will broadcast the match live in several atmospheric locations and create a unique fan atmosphere right in the heart of the resort. Kick-off is at 9 p.m. The public viewing takes place in the Bubba Svens SportsBar at the...

LEGO Festival 2026: New Zones at LEGOLAND Germany Resort

Thursday, 14. May 2026, 22:33

The LEGO Festival is back – and better than ever! Families, take note: From July 20 to August 30, 2026, LEGOLAND Germany Resort transforms into a massive interactive play paradise. The world’s largest LEGO Festival invites guests for the second year in a row to boundless imagination, creativity and pure family fun. With five exciting zones, brand-new highlights and exclusive experiences available only here in Germany, this summer will be unforgettable for LEGO fans. Upon arrival, all...

Immer wieder sonntags 2026: Final season kicks off live at Europa-Park

Tuesday, 12. May 2026, 15:20

Fans of the popular ARD entertainment show, take note: Starting Sunday, May 31, 2026, “Immer wieder sonntags” with host Stefan Mross returns live from the Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort in Rust. The music and entertainment program produced by Südwestrundfunk (SWR) airs Sundays at 10 a.m. on Das Erste and is also available in the ARD Mediathek. Thirteen live episodes are planned for this summer – and it will be the very last season. From 2027 onward, the show will no longer continue. The...

Rust Seniors Enjoy Special Afternoon at Europa-Park

Tuesday, 12. May 2026, 14:09

On May 11, the elegant 4-Star Superior Hotel Santa Isabel at the Europa-Park Resort became a hub for warmth and cross-generational connection. Numerous seniors from Rust accepted the Mack family’s invitation and enjoyed a relaxed afternoon with coffee, cake and lively show interludes. Anyone who sees the Europa-Park as part of the local fabric will recognize in this long-standing tradition just how deep the park’s roots in the community really run. The event carries special weight for...

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