Heide Park Resort Theme Park Day Tickets Soltau near Hamburg

Heide Park Resort in Soltau

Heide Park Resort lies in the Lüneburg Heath region of Lower Saxony, near Soltau, on the road between Hamburg and Hanover. It is the largest and most visited theme park in Northern Germany and offers more than thirty attractions. If you search for Heide Park tickets or a day trip to Heide Park from Hamburg, expect a full day of rides, shows and open-air fun.

Your ticket is valid for one admission on the date you choose. The park is seasonal, usually open from spring until the end of October, with regular hours from morning to early evening and rides closing an hour before the park does. Opening hours change by date, so check the booking panel.

Colossos and the big coasters

Colossos is the park's icon: a wooden coaster about sixty metres high that reaches speeds of around 110 km/h, making it one of the highest and fastest wooden coasters in Europe. It marked its milestone anniversary recently, and the ride still draws long lines on busy days.

Thrill-seekers can also ride Desert Race for fast acceleration, Krake for a steep dive, and Germany's only wing coaster, Flug der Dämonen. Seven big roller coasters give a full choice for teenagers and adults. If you ask whether Heide Park is worth visiting for adrenaline, the answer is yes.

Family attractions, Peppa Pig Land and dark rides

For families there are more than thirty attractions designed for children under ten, including a themed area inspired by a dragon-training story and Peppa Pig Land for pre-schoolers, where children can meet Peppa and George and visit their house. Gentle rides and play areas keep small children busy through the day.

Ghostbusters 5D is an interactive indoor ride that lets you hunt ghosts with special effects, and the dark ride Dämonen Gruft explores the ancient catacombs beneath the park. The park also runs Halloween events in October with spooky shows, and some evenings feature longer opening hours.

Planning your day and how to get there

The best time to visit Heide Park is a weekday outside school holidays, when queues are shorter. Arrive at opening time, ride the biggest coasters first, then move to shows and family areas. Bring sun protection or a light rain jacket depending on the season.

For how to get to Heide Park from Hamburg, the easiest way is by car on the A7 motorway, around an hour. Your ticket does not include a parking ticket, so book parking in advance on the park's own website to avoid higher prices. Public transport is possible via Soltau, but it takes longer, so check timetables before you travel.