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Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
New European theme park ‘rivals Disneyland' with epic rides and cheaper tickets
Hossoland has opened on the North Coast of Poland. Visitors there can explore four fantastical realms within Hossoland: the Dragon Valley of the Mines, the Land of the Vikings, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, and Mermaid City Europe's theme park scene has been transformed with the opening of Hossoland, an awe-inspiring new park that rivals Disneyland Paris. Hossoland was due to open on May 31, promising a spellbinding experience on Poland's northern coast. After a four-week delay, the doors have now swung open. The park is centered around a lighthouse, and the fairytale adventure land is inspired by enchanting Baltic folklore and legends. Visitors can explore four fantastical realms within Hossoland: the Dragon Valley of the Mines, the Land of the Vikings, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, and Mermaid City. Plans for the park were unveiled in 2017, with anticipating growing ahead of its launch since then. Spanning an impressive 400,000 square metres, Hossoland will boast an array of 50 thrilling rides when it is fully operating. Right now it has 24, including The GhostRider, a stunning steel coaster that towers at 53 metres high, sending riders hurtling at an electrifying speed of 72 mph. In a chat with Planet Attractions, Hosso Group's vice president, Karen Hovsepyan, said: "The location not only makes it a standout attraction within Poland but also a key destination for residents of nearby Berlin, promising to boost regional tourism significantly." With 20 food and beverage outlets, Hossoland caters to all taste buds. The Hosso Group has ambitious plans for future expansion, envisioning a waterpark and further themed areas post-launch. Ahead of that expansion, some have criticised the scope of the theme park. While Poland's biggest theme park, Energylandia, has 18 rollercoasters, Hossoland currently has four. One critic felt that this was too few, and those on offer too gentle. "But do you plan something more hardcore for adults? Me and my 15-year-old son are waiting impatiently," they wrote. Some have suggested that the park is a little pricey. Currently, it costs £34 for adult entry and £30 for children. On its first day open, a light rain fell on those who visited. Among them was a family of four from Silesia. Marlena, the mum, Szczecin that the park was perfect for families and younger kids. " The entire park has a seaside feel. There are Vikings, mermaids, water, boats," she added. For theme park enthusiasts in the UK keen to explore Hossoland, the closest airport is Szczecin. Direct flights are offered by Ryanair from Liverpool and London, making the park roughly a one-hour drive from the airport or under a three-hour trek from Berlin. Yet Hossoland is not the sole newcomer aiming to rival Disneyland Paris come 2025. Another upcoming contender is Bommelwerald, an indoor amusement park inspired by the Dutch comic series featuring Tom Poes and Oliver B. Bommel by artist Marten Toonderand. Set to inaugurate later this year, Bommelwerald promises 18 attractions sprawled over a 9,000 sqm expanse, including a pint-sized flume ride and a tower for climbing. A castle-themed entrance leads into various imaginatively themed zones like the Dark Tree Forest and an area dedicated to inventors. Located in Rust, southwestern Germany, between Freiburg and Strasbourg, France, Europa Park is the largest theme park in Europe. It is also the second most visited resort in Europe, after Disneyland Paris.
Scottish Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Europe's newest theme park with 50 rides and themed lands forced to delay opening date
Plus, a major UK theme park is to get huge new land by 2027 with rollercoasters, kids rides and indoor attractions PARK-ING IT Europe's newest theme park with 50 rides and themed lands forced to delay opening date Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EUROPE'S newest theme park with 50 rides and different themed lands has been forced to delay its opening date. Hossoland Amusement Park in Poland was originally due to open on May 31, bu confirmed that this has been pushed back. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 The park was due to open on May 31 but has had to delay its opening date Credit: Hossoland/Instagram 7 The new opening date will be announced in early June Credit: Hosso Group 7 Once complete, the park will have 50 rides Credit: Hossoland/Instagram Hossoland's website states: "We regret to inform you that the planned opening date of Hossoland Amusement Park has been postponed. "The final opening date will be announced in early June. "During this time, we will focus on finalising the last details and final testing of our attractions to provide you with an unforgettable experience from day one. "Thank you for your patience, trust and great interest. See you soon!" The amusement park is set in Brojce, on Poland's northern coast, and has plans to create a fairytale-theme attraction, which was originally announced back in 2017. When it eventually opens it is expected to be a rival to Energylandia - one of Europe's largest theme parks. The park is expected to have a lighthouse, which will connect the four themed zones - each of which is inspired by a local legend or fairytale. In addition, the destination will span 400,000-square-metres and the four lands include Mermaid City, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, the Land of the Vikings and the Dragon Valley of the Mines. One of the park's top attractions is expected to be a steel coaster called GhostRider. It will launch riders 176 feet into the air and reach speeds of up to 72-miles-per-hour. Inside Universal Epic Universe with incredible thrill rides and amazing food Most of the rides are yet to be named but visitors can expect to experience 20 food and drink areas in the park. The park expects to welcome over one million visitors each year. Karen Hovsepyan, vice president of the park's operator Hosso Group, told Planet Attractions: "Hossoland will be the only amusement park of such a large scale on the Polish coast. "It will certainly become a recognisable symbol and a frequently visited place in this region." For Brits wanting to head to the new park, the best way to get there will be to fly to Szczecin, which with Ryanair can cost as low as £14.99, from both Liverpool and London. 7 It will also have 20 places to eat and drink Credit: Hossoland/Instagram 7 Admission prices will vary depending on the season Credit: Hosso Group 7 The park is expected to rival Energylandia - one of Europe's biggest theme parks Credit: Hossoland/Instagram From the airport, Hossoland is then around an hour drive away. Ticket prices vary between low and high season, with a regular ticket costing £29.48 in low season, and £33.44 in high season. Two and three day tickets can also be purchased and if it is a visitor's birthday on the day of entry (up to 18-years-old), they will get their entry for just 20p. Also, here's everything we know about Europe's 1st Universal theme park coming to UK – from TWO new train stations to 500-room hotel. Plus, a major UK theme park is to get huge new land by 2027 with rollercoasters, kids rides and indoor attractions.
The Irish Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Europe's newest theme park with 50 rides and themed lands forced to delay opening date
EUROPE'S newest theme park with 50 rides and different themed lands has been forced to delay its opening date. Hossoland Amusement Park in Poland was originally due to open on May 31, bu confirmed that this has been pushed back. 7 The park was due to open on May 31 but has had to delay its opening date Credit: Hossoland/Instagram 7 The new opening date will be announced in early June Credit: Hosso Group 7 Once complete, the park will have 50 rides Credit: Hossoland/Instagram Hossoland's website states: "We regret to inform you that the planned opening date of Hossoland Amusement Park has been postponed. "The final opening date will be announced in early June. "During this time, we will focus on finalising the last details and final testing of our attractions to provide you with an unforgettable experience from day one. "Thank you for your patience, trust and great interest. See you soon!" Read more on theme parks The amusement park is set in Brojce, on Poland 's northern coast, and has plans to create a f When it eventually opens it is expected to be a rival to Energylandia - one of Europe's largest theme parks. The park is expected to have a lighthouse, which will connect the four themed zones - each of which is inspired by a local legend or fairytale. In addition, the destination will span 400,000-square-metres and the four lands include Mermaid City, the Kingdom of Baltambrya, the Land of the Vikings and the Dragon Valley of the Mines. Most read in News Travel One of the park's It will launch riders 176 feet into the air and reach speeds of up to 72-miles-per-hour. Inside Universal Epic Universe with incredible thrill rides and amazing food Most of the rides are yet to be named but visitors can expect to experience 20 food and drink areas in the park. The park expects to welcome over one million visitors each year. Karen Hovsepyan, vice president of the park's operator Hosso Group, told Planet Attractions: "Hossoland will be the only amusement park of such a large scale on the Polish coast. "It will certainly become a recognisable symbol and a frequently visited place in this region." For Brits wanting to head to the new park, the best way to get there will be to fly to Szczecin, which with Ryanair can cost as low as £14.99, from both Liverpool and London. 7 It will also have 20 places to eat and drink Credit: Hossoland/Instagram 7 Admission prices will vary depending on the season Credit: Hosso Group 7 The park is expected to rival Energylandia - one of Europe's biggest theme parks Credit: Hossoland/Instagram From the Ticket prices vary between low and high season, with a regular ticket costing £29.48 in low season, and £33.44 in high season. Two and three day tickets can also be purchased and if it is a visitor's birthday on the day of entry (up to 18-years-old), they will get their entry for just 20p. Also, Plus, a 7 The best way to get to the park from the UK, is to fly to Szczecin and then drive Credit: Hossoland/Instagram
