Europa Park is one of the most popular theme parks in Europe, located in Rust, Germany. It is the second-largest theme park in Europe after Disneyland Paris and attracts millions of visitors every year. In this blog, we will explore the attractions, food, and overall experience of Europa Park. So first lets have an overview !
Attractions:
Europa Park is divided into different themed areas representing various European countries. These include Greece, France, England, Spain, Italy, and many more. Each area has its own unique attractions, shows, and restaurants, making it an immersive experience for visitors.
One of the most popular attractions is the Silver Star roller coaster, which reaches a top speed of 130 km/h and drops from a height of 73 meters. It is the tallest and fastest roller coaster in Europe and offers an exhilarating ride for thrill-seekers.
Another popular ride is the Euro-Mir, a spinning coaster that takes riders on a journey through space while playing music. It is an immersive experience that combines music and thrills, making it a hit among visitors.
Apart from roller coasters, Europa Park also has water rides, dark rides, and shows. Some of the must-see shows include the ice skating show, the dolphin show, and the 4D movie experience.
Food:
Europa Park offers a wide range of food options, including traditional German cuisine, Italian pizza, French crepes, and Spanish tapas. The park also has themed restaurants in each area, making it an immersive dining experience including a roller coaster restaurant which is one of its kind .
One of the must-try foods is the giant pretzel, which is a popular German snack. It is a soft and chewy bread with a salty crust and goes well with beer & also some ice juices .
Overall Experience:
Europa Park is a well-maintained park with friendly staff and clean facilities. The park is suitable for visitors of all ages, with attractions ranging from mild to extreme.
One of the unique features of Europa Park is the attention to detail in each themed area. From the architecture to the food, the park creates an immersive experience that transports visitors to different parts of Europe.
The park is also known for its special events, including the Halloween Horror Nights and the winter wonderland Christmas market.
Now if you are familiar with the theme park lets make a way to cover it in a day.
So being one of the biggest park it is quite difficult to cover all attractions, especially if you are with your family. Just to virtually check how big it is, check out their interactive park map.
Moreover you can get the physical map from the park's counter.
Things to do before:
Book your tickets in advance.
Download the park's mobile app to manage and figure out your real time location in the park.
Book for virtual line. Yes, your hear it right. The park has virtual lines for its most adventures rides. So if you book your virtual line slot, you can be on your attraction at that particular time slot without waiting in long ques. Also to note, you can only reserve one ride at a time.
Prepare food if you don't want to waste money or you don't like outside food.
Just to tell, you get free Wi-Fi in the park's premises.
Let's Dive:
As you enter the park, you automatically land into Germany (park's themed area). Grab your map and list.
Germany-
Start with VOLETARIUM which is a 8D ride and is 4:45 minute long.
Then head towards the TREASURE PARK, following CARNIVAL BARN and then MAGICAL GARDEN
Just follow the route I am telling, you will not repeat your path.
Then move toward Italy.
ITALY-
Attend the THEATER BELLA BELLA which is for 15 minutes and played every hour. Then leave yourself in GHOST CASTLE for 4 minutes.
FRANCE-
Get a panoramic wide view of whole park in EURO TOWER for 3:37 minute to witness this magnificent view. Run!! you can miss your show in 4D MAGIC CINEMA for freaking 15 minutes which occur every half an hour except 11, 1, 3 pm .
Now get ready for your first Roller coaster ride, SILVER STAR ROLLERCOASTER which you see back in the above image for good 3 minutes. Was that less ? No worries, head towards your second - EUROSAT ROLLERCOASTER for 3:30 minutes. Also to inform it has VIRTUAL LINE option to reserve in advance.
Attend the MERCEDES BENZ EXIBITION and enjoy MADAME FRUD.... ride for 5:30 minute.
SWITZERLAND-
If you still have a kid in you, ride JUNGFRAUCH GLACIER for 1:30 minute, else head straight toward MATTERNHORN BLITZ for 2:30 minute. Kind attention !! Do not underestimate the ride.
For now leave Switzerland, but we will return soon.
GREECE-
Enjoy ATLANTIS ADVENTURE for 6 minutes and your first water ride WATER ROLLER COASTER for 5:50 minutes.
Now being wet, just dry yourself in SWISS BOB RUN in just 2:05 minutes in Switzerland .
I was tired, so grab your lunch but don't fill your belly much .
RUSSIA-
Via RUSSIAN VILLAGE enter SLEIGH RIDE for 2:25 minute and VIRTUAL LINE up for EUROMIR, a full shaking ride for 5 minutes. But if you have waiting time, then enjoy MIR SPACE STATION in mean time.
LUXEMBERG-
Take the monorail for ICELAND.
ICELAND-
Get down the station for WHALE ADVENTURE for 4:40 minute and VIRTUAL LINE up for the second best attraction, the WOODEN TIMBER COASTER for 2:30 minute. Again want to have fun. So via DAY MAZE VIRTUAL LINE up for the best attraction, the BLUEFIRE ROLLERCOASTER for 2:20 minute.
Now you might be seeing stars, your head is now topsy-turvy so to relax head towards
SCANDINAVIA-
to enjoy FJORD RAFTING for 4:25 minute and GIANT VIKING SWING for 2 minute.
PORTUGAL-
ATLANTICA SUPER SPLASH for 3:35 minute and then to
AUSTRIA-
TIROL LOG FLUME for 4:30 minute.
via GRIMME FOREST-
sight see DANUBE STEAMER (5:10 min) , VIENNA WAVE SWING (2 min) and ALPINE COASTER (1:40 min)
enter
SPAIN-
start with KOLUMBUSJOLLE for 1:30 minute, followed by FERIA SUNG for 1:30 minute and watch RETURN TO SULTAN (if showing)
Now catch the PANAROMA TRAIN to ENGLAND.
ENGLAND-
Through WATER LANE enjoy the LASER ADVENTURE and head straight towards SILVERSTONE RACE PARK for 1:45 minute.
Take the break !!
HOLLAND-
Enjoy PIRATES IN BOTANIA using VIRTUAL LINE for 8 minute
and if still time persist and you have some energy, I have 2 options :
either
MININOYS KINGDOM-
ARTHUR for 4:30 minute and then enjoy rest of your time in ICELAND
OR
GERMANY
take EP EXPRESS RIDE for 13 minutes to glance the whole park from top and finally conclude your day.
In conclusion, Europa Park is a must-visit destination for theme park enthusiasts and anyone looking for a fun and immersive experience. With its diverse attractions, food options, and themed areas, it is no surprise that Europa Park is one of the most popular theme parks in Europe.
I hope this blog might help you to plan your visit and some time management.
Do share this blog with everyone who dreams to visit this adventurous land in near future.
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