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2014: Arthur in the Minimoys kingdom
AstroDan
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Saisonstart 2014
The park is open! The ribbon was cut at 9am yesterday morning to celebrate the start of Europa-Park's 40th season of operation. This is my favourite photo, as the ribbon is cut and guests run in - with Roland in the thick of it throwing his arms into the air in celebration:
The park has been moderately busy, with ride close extended to 7pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
Change Log 2014
As the park re-opened yesterday, EPFans.info have added their 2014 change log, showing what the park have been doing over the winter! This list is not exhaustive, and is being added to as the days go by. As the site states, they can't quite every last painted queue line or trash can!
ADVENTURELAND
New fencing around parts of the lake
GERMANY
New Dolls exhibition for 2014 season
New Info-Centre at the main entrance including access to EP Express
600 new lockers, wheelchair and stroller rental
ENGLAND
Remote-Control boating game refurbishment
FRANCE
New exhibition for 2014 'Into Extremes' in Silver Star Hall
Facades of Magic Cinema 4D completed
Removal of kids mini racetrack outside Silver Star Hall
Newly paved pathways
Eurosat laser tweaks
ENCHANTED FOREST
All fairytales now in English aswell
Old wooden seating by lake replaced by metal seating
KINGDOM OF THE INVISIBLES (from May 2014)
Arthur Suspended Coaser
Family Freefall tower
Mul-Mul Carousel
Eatery
Shop
Play area
ICELAND
New Wodan theming
PORTUGAL
New adults waiting area in Casa da Aventura
Atlantica Lake completely repainted
RUSSIA
Photo point for Lada-Autodrom
SCANDINAVIA
Camp David store (from May 2014)
SPAIN
Bodega 'Wine and Tapas Bar' fully refurbished, new theming and new menu
AUSTRIA
Tyrol Log Flume theme refurbishment
New childrens play area
See-Restaurant terrace added
Interior of the See-Restaurant modified
Newly paved walkways and roads
ENTERTAINMENT
New shows across the park
BEHIND THE SCENES
New 3-storey building for workshops, rehearsal spaces etc.
HOTEL RESORT
Castillo Alcazar air-conditioning added to all rooms
El Andaluz air-conditioning added to all rooms
3 new Arthur themed rooms in El Andaluz
New seating in El Andaluz lobby
The park is open! The ribbon was cut at 9am yesterday morning to celebrate the start of Europa-Park's 40th season of operation. This is my favourite photo, as the ribbon is cut and guests run in - with Roland in the thick of it throwing his arms into the air in celebration:
The park has been moderately busy, with ride close extended to 7pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
Change Log 2014
As the park re-opened yesterday, EPFans.info have added their 2014 change log, showing what the park have been doing over the winter! This list is not exhaustive, and is being added to as the days go by. As the site states, they can't quite every last painted queue line or trash can!
ADVENTURELAND
New fencing around parts of the lake
GERMANY
New Dolls exhibition for 2014 season
New Info-Centre at the main entrance including access to EP Express
600 new lockers, wheelchair and stroller rental
ENGLAND
Remote-Control boating game refurbishment
FRANCE
New exhibition for 2014 'Into Extremes' in Silver Star Hall
Facades of Magic Cinema 4D completed
Removal of kids mini racetrack outside Silver Star Hall
Newly paved pathways
Eurosat laser tweaks
ENCHANTED FOREST
All fairytales now in English aswell
Old wooden seating by lake replaced by metal seating
KINGDOM OF THE INVISIBLES (from May 2014)
Arthur Suspended Coaser
Family Freefall tower
Mul-Mul Carousel
Eatery
Shop
Play area
ICELAND
New Wodan theming
PORTUGAL
New adults waiting area in Casa da Aventura
Atlantica Lake completely repainted
RUSSIA
Photo point for Lada-Autodrom
SCANDINAVIA
Camp David store (from May 2014)
SPAIN
Bodega 'Wine and Tapas Bar' fully refurbished, new theming and new menu
AUSTRIA
Tyrol Log Flume theme refurbishment
New childrens play area
See-Restaurant terrace added
Interior of the See-Restaurant modified
Newly paved walkways and roads
ENTERTAINMENT
New shows across the park
BEHIND THE SCENES
New 3-storey building for workshops, rehearsal spaces etc.
HOTEL RESORT
Castillo Alcazar air-conditioning added to all rooms
El Andaluz air-conditioning added to all rooms
3 new Arthur themed rooms in El Andaluz
New seating in El Andaluz lobby
Sam
TS Member
I like this photo that EP posted on their FB page, with happy Roland in the corner, and excited young people in the background running to experience his works. 
Some big news now: in an interview posted this afternoon with Roland Mack (translated by Bianca), he told the press that the park's new standard opening hours are 9 to 6, with extensions beyond this when it's busy. But the new minimum is 9 to 6 (previously 9 to 5).
This is excellent news for guests and EP fans!
Edit: I am an idiot.
This is excellent news for guests and EP fans!
Edit: I am an idiot.
DragonMarty
TS Member
Sam said:
As long as I know the guaranteed opening times have always been 9 to 6. So nothing new here.
But there is another new detail at Alpenexpress Enzian. Smoke!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ge9eRkCjwhg
Rob
TS Team
Here is another Arthur testing video, this time with one of the ride cars attached and people riding:
http://youtu.be/0yTdU8DIlpY
http://youtu.be/0yTdU8DIlpY
Sam
TS Member
Some more updates on improvements and additions around the park, including photos of previously mentioned additions.
Slightly odd new merch (epfans.ch)
New 'barbeque hut' inside the Wodan/Atlantica platz. (epfans.ch)
Extension to the Casa da Aventura with a place for parents to sit.
New bird in Universe of Energy. (epfans.ch)
Käthe Kruse exhibition of historic dolls, see more here. (eprust)
New on-ride photo for Lada Autodrom (mini Silverstone PISSED). (epfans.info)
New seating in the lobby of El Andaluz (epfans.info)
Removal of crappy 'drive your own car' children's thing from outside Silver Star (epfans.info)
New seating in the Enchanted Forest. (epfans.info)
Other new additions, as yet unphotographed, include a refurbishment of the RC boats in England, a new laser in EuroSat, on-ride photo on Atlantis Adventure, a new projection in Pirates in Batavia, the roll-out of three-language signs across the park (English, French & German) and additions to the Geisterschloss 'ballroom' scene.
Slightly odd new merch (epfans.ch)
New 'barbeque hut' inside the Wodan/Atlantica platz. (epfans.ch)
Extension to the Casa da Aventura with a place for parents to sit.
New bird in Universe of Energy.
(epfans.ch)
Käthe Kruse exhibition of historic dolls, see more here. (eprust)
New on-ride photo for Lada Autodrom (mini Silverstone PISSED). (epfans.info)
New seating in the lobby of El Andaluz (epfans.info)
Removal of crappy 'drive your own car' children's thing from outside Silver Star (epfans.info)
New seating in the Enchanted Forest. (epfans.info)
Other new additions, as yet unphotographed, include a refurbishment of the RC boats in England, a new laser in EuroSat, on-ride photo on Atlantis Adventure, a new projection in Pirates in Batavia, the roll-out of three-language signs across the park (English, French & German) and additions to the Geisterschloss 'ballroom' scene.
Sam
TS Member
epfans.ch said:We have discovered a picture of Arthur Hall.
Of course we cannot say that is how up to date. Will be rather an older image. But you can ever see it will be as great.
Source: http://mobil.deutschebahn.com/ so you have a nice evening.
Puts into perspective the scale of this project.
Rose Of Dawn
TS Member
Quick question (and I probably know the answer): is it possible to use the hotel pools without staying in the hotels?
djtruefitt
TS Team
Back after an amazing time at Europa once again I think I should spend weeks there and I still wouldn't get bored!
Anyway from looking at Arthur, it's clear to see it is no where near finished, we went past on the train on Wednesday and there was loads of themeing outside the ride being painted, and not just little bits, these were massive bits of themeing. We did also see the ride going round on Saturday with full cars, and also just ride cars without any of the seats, etc on them. Looks massive in person as well when you are near it, yet you can't spot it at all around the park, very well hidden!
I think I should spend weeks there and I still wouldn't get bored!Anyway from looking at Arthur, it's clear to see it is no where near finished, we went past on the train on Wednesday and there was loads of themeing outside the ride being painted, and not just little bits, these were massive bits of themeing. We did also see the ride going round on Saturday with full cars, and also just ride cars without any of the seats, etc on them. Looks massive in person as well when you are near it, yet you can't spot it at all around the park, very well hidden!
Sammy
TS Team
That is very true, I could spend days upon days and not get bored! I worked out earlier, despite having 4 days there... There were still 29 rides that I didn't do! Baffling!
However on the topic of Arthur, it is definitely not finished at all! It will most certainly be late May before it opens judging by the amount of stuff still layed out outside the building!
But Michael really is right, the building is absolutely huge, but almost impossible to see from around the park other than by the gate or on Euro Tower! Infact in the words of AstroDan in possibly the quote of the meet while riding Jungle Rafts "Wow, look at Arthur, it's pretty much Invisible!"
However on the topic of Arthur, it is definitely not finished at all! It will most certainly be late May before it opens judging by the amount of stuff still layed out outside the building!
But Michael really is right, the building is absolutely huge, but almost impossible to see from around the park other than by the gate or on Euro Tower! Infact in the words of AstroDan in possibly the quote of the meet while riding Jungle Rafts "Wow, look at Arthur, it's pretty much Invisible!"
nickhutson
TS Member
Going next week! Can't wait! Will report back on the ride once we're allowed to talk about it. Getting an exclusive ride next week.
Rowe
TS Member
Just a quick question for anybody who's been to Europa Park, especially in Wodan's realm; would anybody have a clear photo of one of the many beautifully crafted Viking women warriors that line the station? I'd really appreciate it
Sam
TS Member
Obviously there were no new attractions since my last visit per se, but I had the chance to try out the new Bodega tapas restaurant in Spain. It's really beautiful inside, with naturalistic-feeling long wooden tables and racks of wine mounted on the walls.
Here's a (not very good) photo I took.
And how it used to look, for the contrast.
A dramatic improvement. What was a cheaply decorated thoroughfare has now become a real place, with its own identity and character. What was a transition is now a destination. Unfortunately I was feeling a bit ill during the holiday and not eating much, so I only had a smoked salmon sandwich, but it was very good nonetheless, with just the right amount of seasoning and interesting fillings, rocket and a couple of other things that have slipped my mind. Others who eat tapas gave it a pretty good review. I think it'll now enter regular rotation in terms of my eating haunts at EP, alongside Mario's Pizza and the excellent Greek gyros.
Here's a (not very good) photo I took.
And how it used to look, for the contrast.
A dramatic improvement. What was a cheaply decorated thoroughfare has now become a real place, with its own identity and character. What was a transition is now a destination. Unfortunately I was feeling a bit ill during the holiday and not eating much, so I only had a smoked salmon sandwich, but it was very good nonetheless, with just the right amount of seasoning and interesting fillings, rocket and a couple of other things that have slipped my mind. Others who eat tapas gave it a pretty good review. I think it'll now enter regular rotation in terms of my eating haunts at EP, alongside Mario's Pizza and the excellent Greek gyros.