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Talented Young Players Shine at the 21st International Europa-Park Cup
Monday, 03. June 2024, 08:27
From May 30 to June 1, 2024, the 21st International Europa-Park Cup, hosted by SV Rust, took place, featuring 156 teams from Germany, France, and Switzerland. The young players delivered impressive performances across 407 matches, scoring a total of 1,077 goals. From the Bambinis to the D-Youth, the young talents showcased their skills and fighting spirit on the SV Rust sports field.
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Parc Astérix: Revamped Boat Ride Featuring Asterix Characters
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 15:49
Parc Astérix has thoroughly renovated the beloved boat ride Epidemaïs Croisière, which has delighted visitors since 1989. After being closed for several weeks, the attraction is now open again with several new features.
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Plopsaland De Panne and Employee in Court After Accident
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 15:45
This week, both the management of Plopsaland De Panne and an individual employee had to appear in court. The reason was an accident involving the Mega Mindy Jetski attraction in April last year, where a 54-year-old woman was seriously injured. The staff member made a critical error.
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Fire Damages Miniature World in Legoland Billund
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 13:38
On the night from Tuesday to Wednesday, a small fire broke out in Legoland Billund in Denmark, causing damage to parts of the miniature world. A short circuit in a charging station for miniature vehicles is suspected to be the cause.
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More than 1,500 participants at the PortAventura Fun Run 2024
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 13:33
The 12th edition of the Fun Run at PortAventura World, organized by the PortAventura Foundation, attracted over 1,500 participants. This event served as a charity run to support social projects for at-risk children and youth in Tarragona.
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Boombastic Festival at PortAventura Park Unexpectedly Cancelled
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 08:20
The planned Boombastic Festival at PortAventura Park in Salou, Spain, has been unexpectedly cancelled. Originally set to attract 30,000 visitors from July 4 to 6, the event was called off due to organizational issues.
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The New Blue Tracks of Walibi Holland's Single-Rail Coaster
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 08:14
The first track sections of Walibi Holland's new roller coaster are ready for shipment to Germany. This was announced by Walibi Director Mascha Taminiau in a staff memo. The amusement park in Biddinghuizen plans to open a double single-rail roller coaster from the American manufacturer Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) in 2025.
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New Culinary Delights at Toverland: Smouldering Roast Unveils Updated Menu
Thursday, 30. May 2024, 07:53
Exciting news from Toverland: The popular takeaway spot Smouldering Roast in the Avalon theme area has revamped its menu, offering a variety of new lunchtime options. These changes are particularly aimed at visitors seeking refreshment after thrilling attractions like the Pixarus Flight School or dragon watching at Dragonwatch.
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Yoga and Fun Run: Colorful Events for Disney Cast Members 2024
Wednesday, 29. May 2024, 14:27
As part of Global Well-Being Week 2024, Disneyland Paris offered its employees two special events: a yoga session in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle and a colorful Fun Run.
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Toverland Built Stage Without Permit: Accident at Summer Show
Wednesday, 29. May 2024, 13:09
An accident occurred during Toverland's summer show, Aqua Bellatores, sending three actors to the hospital due to an unauthorized stage. The required permit was issued only after the incident.
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