Die ''Europa-Park'' Macher — Season 1, Episode 6: A baptism, a cowboy and the new roller coaster
Documentary • 45 min • 1 season, 7 episodes
Episode synopsis
A premiere at Europa-Park: For the first time, an entire train on the new "Voltron" roller coaster is being removed from the track for a safety check. Andreas Gauerhof, team leader in the mechanical department, is responsible for this. For months, every part is inspected, every screw checked. After reassembling, there's a shock: The train doesn't start during the test ride. There are also thrills in the saloon in Silver Lake City. Western artist Florian Lica has been performing in the park since 2010 with lassos, whips, and axe throws. By day, he and his wife Sandra photograph wedding couples – even on roller coasters. Perfection is his goal, but in the packed saloon, an axe goes wild during one performance. Kathrin and Andreas Haußmann have their son Maximilian baptized in the park's Norwegian Stave Church. It's a special ceremony, while the roller coasters rattle outside.
About Die ''Europa-Park'' Macher
Europa-Park in Rust is turning 50. With around 6 million guests a year, it is one of the most visited theme parks in Europe. Numerous modernizations and renovations are planned for the anniversary year. Everything needs to run as smoothly as possible. The anniversary year will be stressful for the employees. But also for the Mack family, who run the park, after all, they promised fans new attractions. In seven episodes, SWR will take a look behind the scenes at Europa-Park during the anniversary year and experience the Mack family and their employees up close at work in Germany's largest theme park.