Europa-Park raises admission prices: visitors react angrily

Europa-Park raises admission prices: visitors react angrily

Price increases are imminent again in the popular Europa-Park in Rust, one of the most visited theme parks in Germany. From the 2025/2026 season onwards, visitors will have to dig significantly deeper into their pockets. There is already considerable dissatisfaction on social media about the new ticket prices, which will come into force from November 2024.

A day ticket for adults will cost 73 euros in the high season, while 64.50 euros in the low season. If you buy it at the park entrance, an additional 10 euros is added, so ticket prices on site rise to up to 83 euros in the high season. The prices for children are also rising, so families with several children quickly have to incur high costs.

Price increase details

The price adjustments are not the first time that Europa-Park has increased its admission prices. Already in 2024 there was an increase from 65 euros to 69.50 euros for adults. The price increase from 69.50 euros to 73 euros is currently around five percent. According to Roland Mack, the owner of the park, the reason for the price adjustment is the general increase in operating costs, which are due, among other things, to higher prices for raw materials and services.

For many families who want to visit Europa-Park, the ticket price now represents an enormous financial burden. One user summed it up on Facebook and commented that it seemed as if they wanted to discourage families from visiting. This led to a discussion about the need for a family ticket to make entry more financially viable for larger groups.

While some visitors find the price increase unreasonable and complain about the high costs, there are also voices that show understanding for the provider. They argue that Europa-Park offers very good value for money compared to other theme parks.

Europa-Park's new pricing structure has already sparked heated discussions, and ongoing reactions on social media show that many visitors find the implementation of the price increase to be "usury." The planned adaptation will become a serious topic of conversation for both families and individual visitors.

Some parents are calling for more support for families to ensure Europa-Park remains accessible to everyone. Many people are actively following the discussion about alternative ticket models.

For further information on the background to the price increase and visitor reactions, see the current reporting on www.merkur.de.