Tower Tow by Sunkidd/Heege
Ireland comes to
Europa-Park S
Germany's number one amusement park has just
launched its 14th European themed area. Ireland – or Irland in German – is a family-friendly spot that
celebrates rural life with lush theming inspired by the
Emerald Isle. Here's a taste of what awaits young Europa-Park guests
Irish hospitality
No new theme park area would be complete with some family-friendly food and drink options. At Ireland – Children's World, Europa-Park guests can enjoy hearty food and Irish hospitality at O'Mackay's Cafe and Pub, including a ground level sun terrace and restaurant serving such food as lamb burgers, pies, sandwiches and cakes. Upstairs, parents can enjoy a pint of Guinness or home-brewed beer in a traditional pub setting. Chocolate and other sweet treats are available at Tender Milka World, while souvenirs can be bought from Shamrock Gifts and Treats.
Children come first at German park's 14th themed land
urrounded by the river Elz, Ireland – Children’s World (Welt der Kinder) takes on the appearance of a real island and is located, fittingly enough,
right next to Europa-Park's England themed area. Guests approach the 10,000 square-metre area via three bridges, which lead towards a land of green hills, goblins and castles. Packed with plenty of new and re-themed rides and attractions, enticing gastronomic offerings and almost 4,000 plants, it's almost a “park within the park.” Hidden inside a red brick building, a custom-themed
Zierer Kontiki ride called Dancing Dingie awaits in 'Dublin Dockyard.' Once on board, brave sailors can set sail on a stormy ride as the boat rocks back, forth and turns in circles on a U-shaped track. Ba-a-a Express is a kids' coaster from Mack Rides that whizzes young ‘goblins’ (aged at least 3 and 95cm in height) along rugged rocks, over green hills and past grazing sheep. Meanwhile on Old MacDonald’s Tractor Fun, junior farmers chug slowly past fruit and vegetable gardens and through a barn. The colourful, life-size tractors were supplied by Metallbau Emmeln. As well as a handful of re-themed attractions – Sheep
Rock (Mack chairs/boat ride), Spinning Dragons (Mack tea cups), Tower Tow (Heege tower), Paul's Playboat and Quipse Paddle Boats – Ireland also features two children's playgrounds. Inside the 600 sq m Limerick Castle, young explorers will find mazes, slides, and climbing areas by Künstlerische Holzgestaltung Jürgen Bergmann, spread across three levels of a castle-themed building. This is complemented by Little Lambs Land, an outdoor play area from Ziegler Spielplätze. Over at Dingle Bay, parents can
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RIGHT: The Mack family enjoys a ride on Ba-a-a Express
take it easy by kicking back on a deckchair while their children build sandcastles on the beach. Ireland – Welt der Kinder was officially opened on July
12. The 2016 season continues at Europa-Park until November 6.
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Limerick Castle
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