Familypark

Familypark is Austria's oldest and largest theme park, located in St. Margarethen near Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland, opened in 1968. Spanning 145,000 square meters, the park features 29 rides and attractions across four distinctively themed worlds designed primarily for families with children. Erlebnisburg (Experience Castle) is the park's centerpiece featuring medieval castle theming with Götterblitz - a launched roller coaster, Rattenmühle - a spinning dark ride, and castle play areas. Märchenwald (Fairy Tale Forest) brings classic fairy tales to life with scenes from stories like Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty, along with gentle rides suitable for young children. Bauernhof (Farm) features real farm animals including goats, rabbits, horses, and chickens with petting zoo areas and tractor rides, providing educational rural experiences. Abenteuerinsel (Adventure Island) offers water-based attractions including Filippos Mühle - a splash boat ride, water playground, and interactive aquatic features. Additional attractions include Drachenflug - a family suspended coaster, Wirbelpilz - a spinning mushroom ride, Familyachterbahn - a family roller coaster, and various carousels, swing rides, and gentle attractions. The park maintains strong focus on younger visitors (ages 2-12) with appropriate ride heights and intensities. Multiple indoor play areas provide rainy-day alternatives. Animal shows and farm demonstrations occur throughout the day. Several restaurants and snack stands serve Austrian and international family-friendly meals. The park's location in Burgenland wine country near Lake Neusiedl makes it combinable with wine tours and lake activities for adults. Easy access from Vienna (45km), making it a popular day trip. Operating seasonally from late March through early November. With its family focus, fairy tale theming, and farm elements, Familypark offers a uniquely Austrian, gentle park experience.