Europa-Park Thrill Rides, Rust

Europa-Park is a large theme park at Europa-Park-Strasse 2 in Rust, in the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg, about 70 km south-east of Strasbourg and a common day trip from the Alsace capital in France. The park is known for its roller coasters and thrill rides, themed areas based on European countries and a full-day programme of shows. Visitors typically spend a full day here. Thrill rides range from family coasters to high-speed and inverted rides, so the experience is rated easy overall, with each ride setting its own height, age and health restrictions that are posted at the entrance to the attraction; smaller children and anyone with heart, back or neck problems should check the limits before queuing. No special fitness or skill is needed, and the park offers family attractions for younger children alongside the major coasters. Everything needed for the rides is provided by the park: restraints, lockers and safety instructions are handled by ride staff, while visitors should bring comfortable shoes, a rain layer and a passport or ID card for the German crossing from France. Europa-Park is operated by the Mack family company and is among the most visited theme parks in Europe, with rides built to German safety standards and inspected regularly. Staff give a safety announcement at each ride, secure restraints before departure and can stop and evacuate a ride in an emergency; first aid posts are located within the park. The 2026 summer season runs from 28 March to 1 November, and a winter season operates separately. The best time to visit is on weekdays outside school holidays, when queues are shorter; July, August and German holiday weekends are the busiest. Heavy rain or storms can close some rides temporarily. A one-day ticket for adults aged 12 and over costs EUR 67-76 online in 2026, with a surcharge of EUR 10 at the gate, so buying online is cheaper.