Form 9 \ Reading Comprehension \ Semester II

EUROPA PARK

Looking for ideas for a great day trip? Trying to find the perfect family holiday? You'll find thrills and chills for all the family at Europa-Park! It’s the biggest and most thrilling theme park in Germany! located in the beautiful gardens of the historic Balthasar Castle it has over 100 attractions and fascinating shows.

This year give your family their best holiday ever at Europa-Park. The rides are better than ever, we've never had as much fun as we had at Europa-Europa-Park!

THRILLS

No other tourist destination in Germany is as thrilling as Europa Park See twelve exciting European destinations in one day! Visitors can stroll around the various attractions or ride on the Europa-Park train. The tour begins at the train station in Germany and takes you through twelve exciting European destinations. First stop, Italy, where there is spine-chilling fun in our scariest attraction, the Ghost Castle of the Medici. Then it's off to France for a ride on Silver Star Europe's highest and biggest roller coaster. Next, we go to England for a fantastic Football experience that offers sport and entertainment for the whole family Have fun in the Football Scooters cars designed in the shape of the latest sports shoes or watch exciting games on large screens in the futuristic ' Arena of Football'

 Younger visitors will enjoy an archaeological excavation in Greece where they can experience their first roller coaster ride in Pegasus After that, the tour visits Portugal where a massive new sailing ship waits in the harbour. It's the impressive entrance to the Atlantica SuperSplash water-coaster. Visitors of all ages can learn about shipbuilding and see the captain's cabin on this model of a sixtéenth-century ship. If you would rather have a more comfortable experience check out the sights, sounds and smells of the Magic Cinema with more than 440 interactive seats. Our newest attraction is Atlantis Adventure, an interactive indoor ride for the whole family

CHILLS

Europa-Park has accommodation to suit everybody. More adventurous guests can stay in a tent in the Tipi Village and enjoy the typical Wild West scenery Camping fans can use Europa Park's large caravan site, just five minutes from the main entrance. Or perhaps you prefer a little more comfort? Then choose from a Spanish country house a medieval castle or a luxury hotel with the charming atmosphere of Italy or a Portuguese monastery.

Little tips for great adventures

Shopping: Buy your souvenirs and gifts before 3 p.m. and they can be taken to the main entrance or your hotel free of charge.

Cash Dispensers: These are located at the main entrance and near the information Office. Inside the park you can pay in many places with credit cards.

First Aid: The First-Aid Station is located next to the roller coaster in Russia. Trained staff are available during opening hours. In an emergency please contact a member of staff.

Restaurants: 30 different restaurants and fast food places.

Opening times: 1^st March – 31^st October 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Earlier and later opening hours during peak season/

Admission prices

Children under 4 – free   Children (4-11) - €26,50

Adults - €30,00 Senior Citizens (60+) - €26,50

Children on their birthday free (up to 12^th birthday)

Annual tickets and group tickets are cheaper than individual tickets. 

Height and age restrictions for rides.

Arena of Football and Pegasus roller coaster: from 4 years and minimum 100 cm.

Silver Star: from 11 years and min 140 cm