SharkTums Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Just had enough drops from the Europe Trip to open it back up again...get that spot now! It won't stay open long!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario M. Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 Here are the newest construction video (part 3): I love those construction videos! Europapark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 So...it`s official now, that "Wodan" is getting polyurethane wheels, cause otherwise the coaster would be too loud...the locals wouldn`t be happy then. So what do you guys think...will it still have a typical woody feeling ? Will the loss of speed be a problem regarding the intensity...especially during the later parts of the ride ??? Is it the first GCI with plastic wheels ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 If the different wheels cause it to lose speed faster, that would account for why it gets so small so fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
australianalex Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Holy crap this is gunna be fantastic! Looks like itll be a great addition to the park, and will really complete their coaster lineup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Where was the wheel thing announced? Very interesting. Does this mean that the Intamin Woodies are now more of a Wooden coaster than this one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacoaster09 Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 ^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Where was the wheel thing announced? Several Members of German Coaster Forums joined the official Europa Park Winter Meeting with "behind the scenes stuff" and so on. They were told about those wheel by Europa Park staff...unfortunately Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COASTER FREAK 11 Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Why be upset, we don't know how the coaster will preform yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbolaaf Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 That's my mind also. First ride it, then judge it. I can't imagine that it would destroy the ride experience. Looking forward to april for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Sorry...but where exactly did I judge the ride in advance ? The type of wheels is one of the MORE important details about a coaster...so are the restraints...that`s why there are so many discussions about that subject. But I would never say the ride won`t be great...I think it WILL be...it`s just that someone of the parks management told me that those wheels will probably take away a not so little part of the typical woody feeling....that`s all... I`m shure the coaster will be tons of fun ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyfingers Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Unfortunately I've had to pull out of this years Europe trip. But I still want to visit Europa park this year so I have a few questions that some of you might be able to answer. It will most likely be just myself and my girlfriend and we'll probably fly into Basel airport from London, spending a few days back in Basel, then a couple of days at Europa park before flying home. What I'd like to know is: 1. Which resort hotel is the best to stay at? 2. Is getting to Europa Park from Basel pretty easy? It seems to be just a train to Ringsheim, then a shuttle bus to the park but has anyone done this before? 3. Is two days enough to spend in the park? 4. My girlfriend does not like coasters that much, but does like dark rides, water rides, shows etc. Are there enough other good attractions in the park that aren't coasters to keep her happy? Thanks in advance for any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hhappy Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 (edited) ^ 1. Which resort hotel is the best to stay at? I like the Colosseo hotel 2. Is getting to Europa Park from Basel pretty easy? It seems to be just a train to Ringsheim, then a shuttle bus to the park but has anyone done this before? The parks website offers some info regarding travel to and from the park http://www.europapark.com/lang-en/Info-and-services/Arrival/by-plane/c278.html There seems to be a service that will take you from the airport to the hotel for a decent price (looks like 33 euro for Basel airport) 3. Is two days enough to spend in the park? 2 days should be enough (depending on when you are going) 4. My girlfriend does not like coasters that much, but does like dark rides, water rides, shows etc. Are there enough other good attractions in the park that aren't coasters to keep her happy? Plenty things to do and stuff to see (besides coasters) Have fun Edited January 5, 2012 by Hhappy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 1) All of Europa`s Hotels are of high quality. Take a look at Europa Parks homepage and choose the one that ist of your personal taste. But If had to recommend one...I would say Hotel Colosseo stands out. Hard to tell about "Bell Rocks" quality cause that hotel is in construction. I really guess a look at the homepage will help 2) I`m doing this all the time...and yes...that`s pretty easy...very good and regulary ! 3) Two days are good...three are better But if you`re gonna let a few of the coasters aside...two days will be absolutely okay. 4) If Europa will not satisfy you...which park will ??? You`ll have some nice darkrides, many shows (who are of high quality)...a lot (!) of nice restaurants with excellent food...so much beatiful stuff to look at (Theeeeeming !!!)...and so on. It`s a VERY well rounded park...it really is. Have fun...if you need (more) advice...you`re welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyfingers Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 ^ and ^^. Thanks guys. Everything I need to know really. Only thing now is to decide on a date. At the moment I'm thinking May, or July/August. Any German holidays I should steer clear of so the park isn't as busy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 If you don`t need it to be very warm here...then may will be better because the crowds will be alot smaller...alot ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbolaaf Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 July and august are the most crowd day's in a year for the park. A lot of people have holidays in several countrys. I suggest you should go in may. For a cheaper stay beside the hotels you could try: regioneuropapark.de enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyfingers Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 May it is then! Thanks guys, very helpful as always. ^I'll try that website, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Here`s the new trailer...looooove the music Translation : "From the night`s deepness coming out of the darkness of times powerful creatures are rushing from the halls of eternity into the world of the living. It`s the stuff that ledgends are made of it`s the tremendous power that catapults us out of this world. The time has come...a myth is awakening !" Maybe not 100 % perfectly translated...but I did my very best GeorgeT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Chan Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 @jonnyfingers I would recommend the month of May as well. Preferably a weekday. Check out this europapark website: http://www.europapark.com/lang-en/Info-and-services/Opening-Times/c270.html?langchange=true Scroll down to the 'holiday overview' tool that allows you to see when all the national holidays in different parts of neighbouring countries are. The most important (closest) ones are. Germany-Banden-Wuerttemberg; France-Zone B; Switzerland-BS&BL. Try to avoid those and you will have the park for yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeT Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 @jonnyfingersTry to avoid those and you will have the park for yourself. My advice for all of you who want the park "for youself" is to somehow enter the park when it`s officially closed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 ^Or do a TPR Trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyfingers Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 ^That was my original plan before fate conspired against me and I had to pull out of the trip. I'm now on to the backup "not part of special TPR trip and I have no ERT or any similar benefits and I'm now just a member of the GP going to the park" plan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexinla Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 I found this video on you tube that shows a rafting-traffic jam at Europa. How can this possibly happen?!?! lol Love the reaction of the people, everyone cheering and eventually being evacuated in a calm matter. Could you imagine this happening in the U.S? Someone would have flipped out, kids crying and what not... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster1000 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I'm thinking about going this spring. The place looks awesome. I just have one question: Which rides have maximum height requirements? I'm going with a friend who is very tall (202 cm), and I was wondering if there were restrictions on any of the rides. I checked the website, which doesn't specify any, but it says some rides may have it. Does anyone know? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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