Movie Park Germany

Movie Park Germany is a unique film and television-themed park located in Bottrop-Kirchhellen in the Ruhr area of North Rhine-Westphalia. Originally opened as Warner Bros. Movie World in 1996, the park features over 40 attractions, rides, and shows spread across seven themed areas inspired by Hollywood blockbusters and popular TV series. The Nickeland area is the largest Nickelodeon-themed zone in Europe, featuring attractions based on SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and other beloved characters. Adventure Bay brings PAW Patrol to life with themed attractions perfect for younger visitors. The Star Trek area features Star Trek: Operation Enterprise, an intergalactic triple-launch roller coaster that's the park's flagship thrill ride. The Streets of New York recreate an authentic American city atmosphere with The Walking Dead breakout horror maze (seasonal). Streets of Fame celebrate Hollywood with themed attractions and shows. The Old West brings frontier adventures with rides and entertainment. Santa Monica Pier provides classic seaside amusement. The park's impressive lineup includes Van Helsing's Factory, a dark ride through the monster hunter's world, MP Xpress - a suspended looping coaster, and The Bandit - a wooden roller coaster. Movie stunt shows demonstrate Hollywood action sequences with car chases, explosions, and stunts. Ice Age characters, Dora the Explorer, and costumed characters provide meet-and-greet opportunities throughout the day. Seasonal events include Horror Festival transforming the park into Germany's biggest horror event with scare mazes and shows. The park offers varied dining from American fast food to sit-down restaurants. With free parking (€8), the park provides good accessibility. While aimed primarily at families with children, the mix of thrill rides, family attractions, and shows provides entertainment for all ages.