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Europa-Park opens the Western city, Silver Lake City
The Wild West is making moves into Rust: Europa-Park is bringing an impressive expansion of its former Camp Resort to fruition. ‘Silver Lake City’ has grown to become an authentic experience area. The further 36 new, detailed Western Houses and 68 new caravan comfort pitches ensure relaxing nights. Guests can enjoy culinary delights at the atmospheric buffet restaurant ‘Diner Station’ and the charming ‘Wild Horse Bar’. The adventure playground, with its steam train and the ‘Gold Rush Golf’ mini golf course complete the experience. In 2026, the 'Riverside Western Lodge' and a brewery make 'Silver Lake City' complete and brings the fascinating world of the legendary Wild West to life in all its variety.
May 28, 2025
Europa-Park hosts IAAPA Honors for the first time
For the first time, the annual meeting of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) took place outside North America. Following last year's event in Las Vegas, Europa-Park had the honour of hosting this year's industry summit for the first time. From 28 to 30 April 2025, experts from the global leisure industry gathered at Europa-Park. The three-day programme offered exclusive insights into park operations, exciting specialist presentations and first-class entertainment. The IAAPA Brass Ring Awards were also presented during the event. In its anniversary year, Germany's largest theme park not only impressed as the host of the IAAPA Honors 2025, but also received three prestigious IAAPA Brass Ring Awards. Europa-Park has long-standing close ties with IAAPA. In 2011, Roland Mack, owner of Europa-Park, was the first German to be elected President of the association.
May 2, 2025





