Camping at theme parks: fun for the whole family

Camping at amusement parks is a practical way to combine camping and fun. Many amusement parks offer their own or nearby overnight accommodation for campers in caravans, motorhomes or tents.

No matter how old you are, you can be a child again in an amusement park – thanks to the incomparable mix of fairy tales, adventure, nostalgia and a good dose of adrenaline and candy floss.

Even if it’s great fun with the whole family – you don’t necessarily have to have children to treat yourself to the perfect little escape in one of the parks. Here I present some of the most beautiful theme parks in Germany and neighboring countries and show you where you can spend the night with your camper.

Amusement parks in Germany

Europapark Rust

Travel through the whole of Europe in one day and experience exciting adventures – that is the basic idea of Europa-Park. There are now well over 100 attractions in 18 themed areas such as France, Austria and Ireland – it’s impossible to do it all in one day! There is also the fantastic water world Rulantica and the VR adventure world YULLBE (not included in the admission price).

• Coolest roller coasters: Silver Star, up to 130 km/h fast & Voltron-Nevera with a top speed of 90 km/h
• Coolest children’s adventure: Ba-a-a-Express children’s roller coaster in Ireland from 3 years old
• Size/age restrictions: under this link you can pre-filter the attractions according to size and age.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a leash, but no listed dogs; not in the attractions & not in all restaurants. Dog boarding nearby.
• Opening hours: End of March to end of September (summer season), early October to early November (Halloween), early November to early December (HalloWinter), early December to early January (Winterzauber).
• Tickets: book online or box office (more expensive)
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows
• Further information: Europapark

Europa-Park Camping

Fancy camping at Europapark? In addition to many other great accommodation options, Europapark also has its own campsite just a 5-minute walk from the park.

• Pitches: 220 tourist pitches for caravans/motorhomes, 68 rental accommodations, tent pitches
• Opening hours: during the vacations and mid-March to the end of December
• Children: covered adventure playground, swimming lake
• Entertainment/amenities: Bread roll service and breakfast facilities, restaurant
• Dog: Dogs allowed, except listed dogs
• Special features: early booking recommended

Heide-Park Soltau

With over 40 attractions , Heide Park in Soltau is the second largest theme park in Germany and offers adventure for the whole family. Over 30 attractions are suitable for children under the age of 10. Adrenaline junkies will find the ultimate thrill in the Colossos wooden roller coaster, the Demon Flight or the Scream.

• Coolest roller coaster: Flight of the Demons, Germany’s only wing coaster.
• Coolest children’s adventure: Taming Dragons – The Island for kids aged 3 and over
• Size/age restrictions: you can find an overview under this link.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a lead, but not in the attractions
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: book online (box offices not open)
• Included in the price: Rides, entertainment and other attractions
• Further information: Heide-Park Soltau

Camping site Auf dem Simpel

Camping Auf dem Simpel is the closest campsite to Heide Park Soltau, only about 1 kilometer from the entrance to the theme park. Nestled in a peaceful, rural setting and surrounded by a small wood, this campsite offers an excellent base for families and adventure-seekers.

• Pitches: Large and well-kept, surrounded by trees
• Gastronomy: Restaurant with self-service area and outdoor area
• Rental: bicycles and handcarts
• Leisure facilities: Adventure playground and football pitch for children, race track with go-kart rental, heated outdoor pool
• Special features: Self-check-in/check-out, machine for emptying cassettes
• Activities: Adjacent network of hiking and cycling trails, sports facilities such as beach volleyball
• Children: entertainment for children, baby changing room and paddling pool
• Dogs are allowed

Serengeti Park Hodenhagen

Even in my childhood, a trip in my own car (or camper) through the Serengeti Park with its free-roaming exotic animals was a real vacation highlight. And it’s still that way today! The park consists of three areas, the Serengeti Safari, the Jungle Safari and the Adventure Safari with various rides.

• Size/age restrictions: you can find an overview under this link.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a lead, not in the shows, on the Serengeti bus, on the Jungle Safari, Aqua Safari, in rides and in specially designated areas
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: book online (cheaper, box offices open)
• Included in the price: Drive through the Serengeti Safari in your own car, use of the rides, shows and feeding displays
• Further information: Serengeti Park

South Seas Camp

The Südsee-Camp is located between the Heide-Park (17 kilometers) and the Serengeti-Park (40 kilometers). In addition, the popular campsite with its numerous facilities offers a high experience and recreational value.

• Pitches: 726 for vacationers, 579 permanent pitches, 183 rental accommodations
• Stars: 5
• Opening hours: all year round, individual areas according to season
• Children: children’s playgrounds, swimming paradise and swimming lake, children’s program, horse riding, high ropes course,
• Entertainment/amenities: fun and trend sports, restaurants and stores, excursion program and much more.
• Dogs: allowed, dog shower & dog meadow available

Tripsdrill Cleebronn

Tripsdrill is also part of my childhood memories, as it is the oldest adventure park in Germany. The park was born in 1929 with the “old women’s mill”, which turned old women into pretty girls again. Today, there are over 100 attractions, and you can learn a lot about the local wildlife in the wildlife paradise next door.

• Coolest roller coasters: Head-over-heels roller coaster and the “Volldampf” family roller coaster
• Coolest children’s adventure: washtub rafting for kids aged 3 and over
• Size/age restrictions: under this link you can pre-filter the attractions according to size and age.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a lead, not in the attractions or in the Wildlife Paradise;
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November; Wildparadies all year round
• Tickets: book online at a reduced price or at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions and the Wildlife Paradise
• Further information: Tripsdrill Adventure Park

Campsite Oberes Leintal

A campsite to my taste – family-run and lovingly managed. The site is idyllically situated at the foot of the Heuchelberg between vineyards and forest. The leisure park is only 13 kilometers away.

• Pitches: 20 tourist pitches, 40 permanent pitches and a meadow for tents
• Opening hours: all year round
• Children: Children’s playground
• Entertainment/equipment: Kiosk with catering and bread roll service
• Dog: welcome and free of charge
• Special features: hillside location, no WLAN

Legoland Günzburg

Legoland in Günzburg celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2022. The park has 68 attractions in 11 different themed worlds and 57 million Lego bricks. The Miniland is particularly impressive, where landscapes and buildings have been recreated from Lego with great attention to detail.

• Coolest attractions: The big LEGO race with virtual reality glasses, Flying NINJAGO® and the roller coasters
• Most exciting children’s adventure: Lego Ninjago the Ride, interactive 4D driving fun from 4 years old
• Size/age restrictions: many attractions can be used by even the smallest park visitors, you can find a corresponding filter here.
• Dogs allowed: no, there is a dog house at parking lot P3 for a fee;
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: discounted online or on site
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows. Additional charge for entertainment activities such as driving school, face painting or jousting;
• Further information: Legoland

Legoland camping

Extend the fun and spend the night at the gates of Legoland Deutschland Resort. Because there are great options for spending the night at Legoland. In addition to the themed hotels, there is also the park’s own campsite in the vacation village. You can reach the theme park on foot in just under 15 minutes.

• Pitches: 165 pitches with approx. 75 square meters for caravans, motorhomes and tents
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Children: leisure facilities in the vacation village can be used (playground, pirate golf, high ropes course)
• Animation: Bread roll service, restaurant in the vacation village
• Dogs: not allowed
• Special features: discounted combined ticket for camping and park. Stony ground that requires special pegs (can be borrowed at reception)

Allgäu Skyline Park

The Allgäu Skyline Park is set for adrenaline from head to toe. One of the most popular of the 60 attractions is the Allgäuflieger, the world’s highest flying carousel at a height of 150 meters. But the Skyline Park also has an attractive offer for the youngest visitors.

• Coolest roller coaster: Sky-Wheel, the overhead roller coaster and the roller coaster Berg & Tal Hetz
• Coolest children’s adventure: Kids’ farm, a lovingly designed farm play island (up to 4 years accompanied by an adult, otherwise no age limit)
• Height/age restrictions: From the age of 14 and a height of 150 cm, all rides can be used. Please refer to the park map for restrictions
• Dogs allowed: yes, not on the rides, in the animal enclosures and on the playgrounds.
• Opening hours: Mid-April to early November
• Tickets: at the box office or online
• Included in the price: all attractions, free parking
• Further information: Allgäu Skyline Park
• Special feature: If you don’t need the comfort of a campsite, motorhomes can also stay overnight at the Allgäu Skyline Park.

Seecamping Günztal

Seecamping Günztal, which opened in 2005, is located at the Oberrieder Weiher recreational area. From here, you can be at the Allgäu Skyline Park in half an hour – and Legoland in Günzburg is not far away either.

• Pitches: 90 tourist pitches; 30 permanent pitches, 6 rental accommodations, tent pitches by the lake; motorhome site with 10 pitches
• Opening hours: Mid-April to mid-October
• Children: play and bathing area for kids
• Entertainment/amenities: bistro/beer garden, bread roll service, WLAN, water sports on the lake
• Dog: allowed (maximum one)

Phantasialand Brühl

Phantsialand near Cologne is a great park for adrenaline junkies! The theme park is divided into six themed areas with great attention to detail. Stroll through nostalgic Berlin or fulfill your dream of flying in the unique steampunk world of Rookburgh.

• Coolest roller coasters: High-speed roller coaster Taron in the Mystery theme area and F.L.Y. in the “Rookburgh” theme world
• Best children’s adventure: Maus au Chocolat, an interactive mouse hunt and the crazy VR family coaster Crazy Bats
• Size/age restrictions: Restrictions according to size, no overview. You can find the respective regulations online at the respective ride
• Dogs allowed: yes, not in the rides, shows and restaurants. No “dangerous dogs” according to the NRW state dog law.
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to end of January (from mid-November Phantasialand “Winter Dream”)
• Tickets: only in the online store, no box office.
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows
• Further information: Phantasialand

Berger Campsite

The Berger campsite was opened back in 1931, making it one of the oldest campsites in Germany. It scores with its beautiful location, as you camp in an idyllic setting directly on the Rhine and in the countryside. Cologne city center is just eight kilometers away and Phantasialand is 25 minutes away.

• Pitches: 125 tourist pitches, 125 pitches for permanent campers
• Opening hours: Mid-January until shortly before Christmas
• Children: Children’s playground
• Entertainment/amenities: restaurant with beer garden, grocery store, WLAN
• Dog: allowed, dog shower available

Movie Park Bottrop

And action! At Movie Park in Bottrop, everything revolves around movies and cinema. Around 40 attractions and cool stunt shows await you. The youngest park visitors can get up close to the stars of Paw Patrol & Co. in Nickland.

• Coolest roller coasters: the steel roller coaster Star Trek-Operation Enterprise and the wooden roller coaster “The Bandit”
• Best children’s adventures: Paw Patrol Adventure Tour (from 2 years)
• Size/age restrictions: You can pre-filter the attractions by size on this page.
• Dogs allowed: no (except assistance dogs)
• Opening hours: End of March to beginning of January (individual closing days in the low season)
• Tickets: online and at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows. Events such as the Halloween Horror Festival cost extra.
• Further information: Movie Park

Dingdener Heide campsite

Get out of the city and into the Hohe Mark Nature Park. The Dingdener Heide campsite is not only in an idyllic location on a lake, but is also particularly family-friendly. The Movie Park is just under 45 kilometers away.

• Pitches: 35 tourist pitches, 400 permanent pitches, 16 rental accommodations
• Classification: 4 stars
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to end of October
• Children: 2 children’s playgrounds, games room and children’s entertainment
• Entertainment/amenities: bike and SUP rental, snack bar and beer garden
• Dog: welcome, dog shower available

Fort Fun Adventureland

Fort Fun celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022. Today, the park offers around 40 attractions and is primarily aimed at families with children. In addition to roller coasters and white-water rafting, the amusement park offers the longest toboggan run in Europe, which whizzes through the trees down into the valley. Nature and sustainability play a major role in Fort Fun’s overall concept.

• Coolest roller coaster: SpeedSnake Free
• Best children’s adventures: ladybug ride, Yakari’s slippery waterfalls and the Adventure Area, a nature experience space
• Size/age restrictions: You can find an overview here.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a lead, not in the restaurants, shows and attractions
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: online (discounted) and at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows, the Wild Eagle costs an additional “flight fee”
• Further information: Fort Fun

Camping Valmetal

The Valmetal campsite is family-run and boasts an idyllic location in the Valmetal valley – here you can spend the night surrounded by nature. It is only 10 minutes away from the Fort Fun adventure land.

• Pitches: 26 tourist pitches, tent meadows, 120 permanent camping pitches
• Opening hours: all year round
• Children: Children’s playground, children’s program at the Hennesee (external)
• Entertainment/amenities: kiosk, bread roll service, children’s playground, free WLAN
• Dogs: welcome – maximum 4 dogs; dog meadow and bathing facilities for dogs
• Special feature: also suitable for winter sports

The Sauerland is also perfect for a short break. You can find a suitable route here: A great route tip for camping vacations in the Sauerland with a child. The surrounding area attracts visitors with hiking trails and excursion destinations, such as the nearby Sauerland visitor mine.

Holiday Park

The Holiday Park in Hassloch in the Palatinate has it all. In recent years, the park has been increasingly expanded and extended to meet the needs of families. One particular highlight is the Super Wings water playground, which opened in 2023.

• Coolest roller coaster: World record roller coaster bigFM Expedition GeForce, has been voted the best roller coaster in the world several times
• Best children’s adventures: Maja Land – themed area around Maja the Bee and the Super Wings water playground
• Size/age restrictions: You can pre-filter the attractions according to height.
• Dogs: may be brought along, except animals that are on the list of dangerous dogs in Rhineland-Palatinate
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November (summer), special winter opening hours in winter
• Tickets: online (discounted) or at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows
• Further information: Holiday Park

Knaus Camping Park Bad Dürkheim

The campsite is 20 minutes from the Holiday Park. How about wine and relaxation at the gates to the Palatinate? Once you’ve satisfied your hunger for adventure at the amusement park, take a break in Bad Dürkheim or use the campsite as a starting point for your road trip along the German Wine Route.

• Pitches: 238 tourist pitches, 278 permanent pitches, 16 motorhome pitches in front of the barrier. Rental accommodation
• Opening hours: all year round
• Children: playground, adventure and children’s holiday program, petting zoo, riding lessons
• Entertainment/amenities: restaurant, beach bar, WLAN, children’s entertainment, petting zoo, SUP rental, water park
• Dogs: dogs allowed in specially designated areas, bathing facilities for dogs
• Special features: Wine tasting directly on the square

Amusement park Plohn

Plohn amusement park is considered to be the first amusement park in the new federal states. The foundation stone for the family adventure was laid with a small fairytale park, since then the leisure fun has been continuously expanded so that today you can try out 80 attractions. What is special here is that there are also many rides for the little ones.

• Coolest roller coaster: Dynamite, Germany’s first Big Dipper Coaster
• Coolest children’s adventure: Caterpillar children’s roller coaster (no minimum age and height, up to 6 years only when accompanied by an adult)
• Size/age restrictions: You can filter the attractions by age and/or height.
• Dogs allowed: yes, on a leash
• Opening hours: Mid-April to early November
• Tickets: Online or at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions
• Further information: Theme park Plohn

Campsite Gunzenberg am See

Around 25 kilometers from the leisure park, you can spend the night at the dam right by the water. Fun and games on and in the water are very popular and this little corner of the Vogtland is also ideal for hiking.

• Pitches: 126 tourist pitches, 6 rental accommodations, 750 permanent pitches
• Classification: 4 stars
• Opening hours: End of March to beginning of November
• Children: playground, indoor playground, family offers
• Entertainment/amenities: bathing area, WLAN, store, restaurant, water sports and leisure facilities
• Dog: allowed, own dog beach

Amusement parks in France

Disneyland Paris

For most children, a visit to Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park is at the top of their wish list. The park celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2022. Immerse yourself in the magical world of Pirates of the Caribbean to Mickey Mouse. It’s impossible to experience all the themed shows, attractions, light shows and parades in one day! So plan two or three days.

• Coolest roller coasters: Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain
• Best children’s adventures: Fantasyland, which offers many attractions for the youngest visitors, and the 4D action ride Ratatouille (Walt Disney Studio Park).
• Size/age restrictions: You can filter the list of attractions by size and interests. You will also find an overview of which attractions are currently closed.
• Dogs allowed: no, there is a pet boarding facility
• Opening hours: all year round
• Tickets: online, for 1 or 2 parks, one or more days
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows
• Further information: Disneyland Paris

Flower Camping International de Jablines

There are numerous campsites around Disneyland, in the surrounding area or in Paris itself. Which one you choose is a matter of taste. The Jablines is 16 kilometers away and I particularly like it because it is not too oversized and is located directly in a recreational area with a lake. The bus goes directly from the campsite to Disneyland.

• Pitches: 154 pitches, 15 rental accommodations
• Classification: 3 stars
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Children: children’s playground; large water park with swimming and water sports adjacent
• Entertainment/amenities: bread roll service, WLAN, various sports
• Dog: dogs allowed, not on the beach

Puy du Fou Vendee

The Puy du Fou theme park is different – here you embark on a magical journey through history. At the heart of the park are the shows and performances that catapult you as a spectator right into the middle of the action. You can also stroll through the various historical locations and immerse yourself in the respective era. In summer, the spectacular night-time spectacle La Cinéscénie, which tells the story of the Vendée, is well worth a visit. You will look in vain for roller coasters & co. on the park grounds.

• Size/age restrictions: Not all performances are suitable for children; information is available here. Minors must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Dogs allowed: no, there is a kennel.
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: online, the night show Cinéscénie can be booked as a combined or extra ticket;
• Info: Puy du Fou

Camping Bretèche Cap Fun

You can also spend the night with your motorhome directly on the paid motorhome pitch at the park. But honestly: the Vendee is too good for a short trip, and for a stay of several days, the Bretèche campsite, which belongs to the Cap Fun chain, is a good choice. It is located just 4 kilometers from the Puy du Fou.

• Pitches: 145 pitches, 99 rental accommodations
• Classification: 4 stars
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Children: children’s playground; multifunctional court, free use of the municipal swimming pool next door
• Animation/amenities: supermarket, restaurant, bar.
• Dog: allowed

Amusement parks in Austria

Area 47 Ötztal

Another theme park with a completely different concept: Area 47 is all about action. However, not in conventional rides, but in the active outdoor sports. 40 crazy attractions await you, including rafting, climbing on the boulder rock, the Cannonball water cannon, almost vertical water slides, high ropes course with Flying Fox and Mega Swing. Adrenaline junkies will get their money’s worth here.

You can put together your own adventures in the various areas on the Area 47 website or book ready-made packages – just as the mood takes you. All tours include the Water Area free of charge on the day of the tour.

• Size/age restrictions: Age restrictions for the activities; for advanced tours it is necessary that you already have experience in the sport;
• Dogs allowed: yes, but not in the self-service restaurant or in the water and wake area.
• Opening hours: Beginning of May to mid-October
• Tickets: Pre-registration is highly recommended, you can buy tickets for the Water Area on site
• Included in the price: depends on the package/offer you have booked
• Info: Area 47

Active camping Imst

Area 47 is located in a nature reserve – camping at Area 47 is therefore strictly prohibited. From Aktiv-Camping Imst, you can reach the Area 47 adventure land in just 15 minutes and try out other sports at the nearby Imst sports center.

Or you can discover the outdoor trends in the region, such as the Alpine Coaster.

• Pitches: 64 pitches, including 54 tourist pitches
• Opening hours: Mid-April to mid-October
• Children: Children’s playground
• Entertainment/amenities: lounge, kiosk, bread roll service, children’s playground, free WLAN
• Dog: allowed
• Special feature: free admission to the neighboring swimming pool for overnight guests

Amusement parks in the Netherlands

Efteling Kaatsheuvel

Efteling is the largest theme park in the Netherlands and will be 70 years old in 2022. The park offers 40 attractions. There is plenty of fun and fairytale entertainment for even the youngest children. But the adrenaline junkies won’t miss out in Efteling either, we promise!

• Coolest roller coaster: The Baron 1898 Dive Coaster
• Best children’s adventure: Max and Moritz, the family roller coaster and the Symbolica themed ride
• Size/age restrictions: You can select the attractions via the park map, a size indication can be found in the respective description.
• Dogs allowed: no, no accommodation available
• Opening hours: all year round
• Tickets: online only
• Included in the price: all attractions and shows
• Info: Efteling
• Special features: There are great options for Efteling with overnight stays in fabulous hotels or vacation parks.

Duinhoeve Holiday Park

Just 20 minutes away is the Duinhoeve vacation park, which also has plenty to offer in the way of après-park activities, and children in particular will love the play and water playgrounds.

• Pitches: 100 tourist pitches, 83 rental accommodations, 220 permanent pitches
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to end of September
• Children: designed for families with children from 4 to 12 years, children’s playground, children’s pool, water slides, own children’s program, nature adventure garden
• Entertainment/amenities: snack bar, snack bar, WLAN, bread roll service
• Dogs: allowed, partly also in the rental tents, maximum 2 dogs/pitch

Amusement parks in Belgium

Walibi Belgium

Walibi is certainly the most famous amusement park in Belgium, offering 40 attractions and located just a stone’s throw from the capital Brussels. Older children from the age of 8 in particular can throw themselves into adventures here, often involving the element of water. The neighboring Aqualibi water park is also a wet and fun place.

• Coolest roller coaster: The megacosters Goliath and Kondaa with 15 airtimes (weightless moments)
• Best children’s adventures: Space Kidz and Tiki Trail adventure course (can also be used by the little ones if accompanied)
• Size/age restrictions: Check the attractions page for the minimum height for solo or accompanied rides (English)
• Dogs allowed: no (assistance dogs only)
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to beginning of November
• Tickets: online or at the box office
• Included in the price: all attractions, combined ticket for the Aqualibi water park possible;
• Info: Walibi Belgium

Camping Druivenland

Camping Druivenland is ideally located if you want to visit the theme park and explore Belgium at the same time. Walibi is only 10 kilometers away, Brussels is 20 kilometers away and other attractions (Waterloo) are also nearby.

• Pitches: 34 tourist pitches, 95 permanent pitches, 3 rental accommodations
• Opening hours: Beginning of April to end of September
• Entertainment/amenities: WLAN, games and sports facilities
• Dog: allowed, maximum 3 / pitch

Amusement parks in Spain

PortAventura Salou

PortAventura on the Costa Daurada is a theme park of superlatives. In fact, there are three parks: PortAventura Park, Ferrari Land and Caribe Aquatic Park. It is therefore best to plan several days and take advantage of the combined tickets. Port Aventura is known for its high-speed roller coasters and beautifully designed water rides. But there is also plenty for the little ones to experience.

• Coolest roller coasters: Shambhala (PortAventura Park) and Red Force (Ferrari Land)
• Best children’s adventures: Tami Tami (PortAventura Park, accompanied from 1 meter), Junior Red Force (Ferrari Land, accompanied from 0.95 meters)
• Size/age restrictions: Graphic overviews are available for PortAventura Park, Ferrari Land and Caribe Aquatic Park
• Dogs allowed: no, dog kennel available
• Opening hours: Mid-April to the end of Decemberg; Halloween and Christmas specials
• Tickets: buy single or combination online
• Included in the price: the respective attractions and shows
• Info: PortAventura

Camping Sangulí Salou

Are you planning a vacation in Catalonia? Then PortAventura is just one of the highlights of your family vacation. Trips to Barcelona and Tarragona should be on your bucket list. The campsite is just a 10-minute drive from PortAventura theme park.

Camping Sangulí Salou offers you all the amenities you need for a family vacation and has been awarded the ADAC top rating.

• Pitches: 888 pitches, 480 rental accommodations
• Stars: 5; ADAC top spot
• Opening hours: Mid-April to early November
• Children: children’s entertainment, large water park, adventure playground, indoor playground
• Entertainment/amenities: restaurants, evening events, bread roll service, WLAN, various sports and fitness facilities
• Dogs: welcome (pitches and Masai Lodges), Pet Club with swimming pool, bathtub, dog meadow and agility area

Amusement parks in Denmark

Tivoli Park Copenhagen

Tivoli in Copenhagen is a small wonderland in its own right and impresses with its nostalgic mix of rides, attractions, cultural and music program. Tivoli was opened back in 1843, making it a model for many other parks around the world. Tivoli is also centrally located in the Danish capital.

• Coolest roller coaster: The Demon with three loops, you can put on VR goggles for extra thrills
• Best children’s adventures: The Panda – takes even the little ones to new heights
• Size/age restrictions: You can pre-filter by size on the overview page.
• Dogs allowed: no, except for the annual “Dog’s Day” (end of August)
• Opening hours: Easter, summer (April to September), Halloween (mid-October to early November) and Christmas (mid-November to New Year’s Eve)
• Tickets: online; here you can see how it works.
• Included in the price: depending on the ticket purchased, you can also pay for each ride individually.
• Info: Tivoli Park

Camping Hundige Strand

Hundige Strand campsite is just 20 minutes from Copenhagen and offers you not only your own private beach, but also a friendly and very relaxed atmosphere. The S-train (S-tog) takes you to the city center.

The Tivoli amusement park is just under 30 minutes away by car or train.

• Pitches: 280 pitches, including 220 tourist pitches, rental cabins, 30 motorhome pitches
• Opening hours: open all year round (Christmas break)
• Children: Children’s playground
• Entertainment/amenities: WLAN, Pizzeria
• Dog: allowed
• Special feature: rental of SUPs, kayaks and bicycles

Tips for your visit to the theme parks

Now that you’ve been given lots of tips and inspiration for amusement parks and places to stay overnight, a few tips for visiting a theme park are a must.

Before you dive into the fun, you should plan your trip:

• Almost all parks have their own app to help you find your way around and display waiting times, for example.
• It’s worth booking your tickets online. You save a lot here compared to buying tickets on site.
• Check whether there are combined tickets available. You can often enter the park for free or at least at a reduced price with an overnight stay.
• Many parks have additional express tickets that you can use to shorten waiting times at selected attractions.
• Baby-Switch is offered on many rides so that your partner can board without having to wait if he/she has been waiting for you with the infant.
• The parks are not always open on all days of the week – make sure you check beforehand whether the park is actually open.
• It can get crowded during the vacations and at weekends – plan accordingly or postpone your visit to Monday to Thursday.
• If you want to save money, bring your own food and drinks.

Conclusion

Theme parks are the perfect place to become a child again and experience the incomparable mix of fairy tales, adventure, nostalgia, adrenaline and candy floss.

Whether for a few days with friends, the whole family or just for a day full of fun and excitement – amusement parks offer the perfect break. There is something for all ages and interests to discover at the numerous amusement parks in Germany and neighboring countries.

From thrilling roller coasters to exciting children’s adventures and animal experiences – every visit here is an adventurous experience.

Have you ever spent the night in an amusement park?
Or do you know of another amusement park with a campsite?
I look forward to your comment!

Cover picture: © Europa-Park