LEGOLAND® Deutschland
A park for all the family, based on the popular LEGO bricks
LEGOLAND® Deutschland is open from 30 March to 4 November 2012 from 10 am until 6 pm. Longer opening hours apply on weekends, during vacation time and on German public holidays. Attractions (except MINILAND) close one hour prior to park closing-time. Restaurant and shop hours may vary depending on the number of visitors.
Please note that the park is closed 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26 September 2012.
On weekends and during German vacation periods in May, June, July and September as well as 6 and 7 October, LEGOLAND® Deutschland is open until 7 p.m. See www.legoland.de/en/Plan/Opening-hours for exact dates.
From 16 July to 26 August, LEGOLAND® Deutschland is open until 8 pm every day. On 21 and 28 July and 4 and 11 August, the park is open until 10 p.m.
Events calendar for the 2012 season
In the 2012 season, LEGOLAND® Deutschland celebrates its 10th anniversary and present its visitors 10 event highlights. The programme includes such popular events as the Long Nights and Halloween as well as more recent additions including the LEGO® Ninjago event – to accompany the new Flying Ninjago – and the Heroes Weekend. And of course a big party to celebrate the LEGOLAND birthday from 17 to 20 May.
True to the park motto ‘Play your part!’, there is plenty to do at LEGOLAND, always full of suspense and breath-taking action.
17 - 20 May - Happy Birthday - 10 Years Legoland Deutschland
On 17 May LEGOLAND Deutschland has its 10 year anniversary, which is of course duly celebrated. For four whole days, things are getting wild at the amusement park: a packed festival and show programme, LEGO building activities and plenty of birthday surprises.
In the MINILAND you need creativity and nimble fingers to create a sea of big and small and especially colourful gifts made from LEGO bricks. Ten LEGO cakes are hidden in the MINILAND. If you find them all and also come up with the correct answer you can take part in a competition and win fantastic prizes. In the LEGO Arena top comedy, magic and music acts are performed several times, ensuring a great party atmosphere. Whether young or old, you marvel, laugh, sing and dance.
17 May: Geraldino and the Plomsters
The nursery rock star and his bouncy band bring the chirpy music show ‘Spaßeimer’ to the Arena stage. Peppy rock and pop music to sing along to.
18 May: extra art
Two clowns you fall in love with. Using remarkable gestures and expressions, the comedy double act extra art presents a wonderful mix of clownery, artistry and magic.
19 May: RADAU
The band RADAU make children’s music that rocks. With percussions, electric guitar and plenty of heart and soul the four boys from Hamburg give you a very special concert experience that delights young and old alike.
20 May: Tobi van Deisner
Showbiz talent Tobi van Deisner, European balloon art champion, never fails to delight. He has been a LEGOLAND mainstay for ten years. With his quirky combination of comedy and first class balloon art and magic he makes his audience cry with laughter and make their jaws ache.
Birthday special on 17 May
Visitors can enjoy some very special birthday promotions on 17 May: there is a 10 percent discount on everything in all LEGOLAND shops (not valid for existing promotions and already discounted items). The park is open until 10 p.m., giving everyone plenty of time to marvel at the illuminated MINILAND. A beautiful firework display is the day’s crowning glory.
On the occasion of its birthday LEGOLAND Deutschland gives its visitors a very special present: the new Ninjago MINILAND opens its doors. It features six Ninjago scenes made from thousands of LEGO bricks faithfully reproduced to the last detail. On 100 square metres visitors can immerse themselves in the mystical world of LEGO Ninjago and look over the shoulders of their Ninja heroes as they go about their adventures. The Ninjago MINILAND is a 2012 season exclusive.
7-10 June STAR WARS™ Event
There are many highlights awaiting visitors to the STAR WARS™ event at LEGOLAND Deutschland: a photo with the Stormtroopers, an autograph from a real STAR WARS actor, recreated LEGO STAR WARS scenes in the fan world of imperiumdersteine.de and much more. From 7 to 10 June everything is about the legendary STAR WARS saga and its heroes.
The Saberproject team delights its audience with its lightsaber demonstrations in the LEGO Arena several times a day and train budding Jedi Knights in the high art of Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and Master Yoda. Visitors can put their knowledge of the STAR WARS Galaxy to the test at the big STAR WARS quiz and win cool LEGO prizes. Busy helpers are needed for the construction of the LEGO STAR WARS mosaic that turns thousands of LEGO bricks into a galactic design. There is also be a giant replica of a TIE Fighter to marvel at.
Special weekend highlights: more than 250 members of the 501st German Garrison stroll the eight LEGOLAND adventure worlds in true-to-original costumes. The big park parade of all the STAR WARS characters is particularly impressive, especially as it leads past the STAR WARS Universe, which was opened in the MINILAND in 2011. The highlight for all fans is the autograph session with a real STAR WARS actor: Michael Kingma, who played Wookiee General Tarfful in Episode III, honours LEGOLAND with his visit.
30 June – 9 September
LEGO Ninjago – the Show at LEGOLAND presented by the Chinese National Circus
After its successful shows in the past few years, the performers of the Chinese National Circus have come up with something very special for the LEGOLAND anniversary season.
In a show exclusively produced for LEGOLAND, these exceptional performers bring the LEGO Ninjago adventure to the stage and take their audience on a journey into the legendary world of the Ninja.
Between 30 June and 9 September, the artists will perform acrobatics of the highest order several times a day in the LEGO Arena, including live demonstrations of the breath-taking LEGO martial art Spinjitzu. With perfect body control and exceptional skill and flexibility, the acrobats defy the laws of physics and achieve the inconceivable. LEGO Ninjago – the Show is an extraordinary mix of spectacular artistry, unity of body and mind and intriguing Far Eastern culture.
21 / 28 July and 4 / 11 August
The Long Nights: musicalpeople meets magic & Stars from „Deutschland sucht den Superstar” live at LEGOLAND
An unforgettable experience for all the senses, a music event with a difference – the Long Nights are the highlight of the summer at LEGOLAND and have been wowing visitors for ten years. In the anniversary year, visitors are entertained with a very special mix of musical elements.
21 July & 4 August: musicalpeople meets magic
On two Saturdays, visitors can look forward to a unique musical spectacle featuring exhilarating rock and pop combined with the best that magic has to offer. The stars of the musicalpeople – singers and musicians from the major musical productions – present two of the most well-known musicals in the atmospherically lit MINILAND. Accompanied by the awe-inspiring magic art of world-class magician TOPAS the evening features all the best songs from MAMMA MIA and WE WILL ROCK YOU.
21 July: MAMMA MIA
4 August: WE WILL ROCK YOU
28 July & 11 August: stars from „Deutschland sucht den Superstar” live at LEGOLAND
Not to be missed by any fan of „Deutschland sucht den Superstar”: on 28 July and 11 August the season’s winners and a surprise guest from „Deutschland sucht den Superstar” perform live on stage at LEGOLAND Park. The audience experiences their idols close-up and join in as the Superstars perform their hits.
28 July: „Deutschland sucht den Superstar” surprise guest *
11 August: the winner of the current „Deutschland sucht den Superstar” season*
The magnificent ending to every Long Night: a gigantic firework display with showers of sparks and special effects that amaze young and old alike.
1 and 2 September Heroes weekend
One whole weekend at LEGOLAND Deutschland is dedicated to our everyday heroes. Rescue organisations and associations protect us and provide safety. On 1 and 2 September they introduce visitors to their important work, explain what they do and invite visitors to take part in many exciting hands-on activities.
Fire fighters, the Red Cross, the rescue dog unit and many more come to LEGOLAND and give insight into their daily work and talk about what they do. Visitors are given the opportunity to experience a rescue operation first-hand. A genuine rescue helicopter is at the park, and professional fire fighters demonstrate their skills underwater in a diving container. Our four-legged heroes also show what they can do and prove to us how good their noses really are.
Plenty of tips and tricks all about health and safety, and first aid are given. A special highlight is an action-packed and breath-taking air show in the LEGOLAND sky presented by the heroes of the skies.
29 September Final of the LEGO Ninjago Championship 2012
After hundreds of tournaments with thousands of participants, the ‘LEGO Spinjitzu Master 2012’ title is finally within reach. Who will take it home is decided at LEGOLAND Deutschland on 29 September, when the very best Spinjitzu fighters from Germany, Austria and Switzerland battle it out in the grand final. But it’s not easy to get there: over the course of the tournament series, the children have to beat the other contestant in four different disciplines. To qualify for the next round one’s spinner has to turn longer than anyone else’s, one has to put the most snakes out of action using the spinner in the ‘snake swivel’ disciplin, and much more.
If you want to get some tips from the Spinjitzu Masters or learn the best tricks, then you are cordially invited by LEGOLAND Deutschland to watch and cheer for the finalists on 29 September.
6 October TOGGO SpaßTag
For the seventh time, SUPER RTL is holding the iconic TOGGO SpaßTag at LEGOLAND. On 6 October, three times a day, the LEGO Arena hosts fun games, exciting quiz shows and heart-racing action. TOGGO fans have the unique opportunity to see their favourite SUPER RTL presenters in person. The live concerts of the TOGGO stars bring a great atmosphere to the LEGO Arena that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. With a bit of luck, TOGGO fans can win two tickets for the TOGGO SpaßTag at LEGOLAND online.
It’s easy to take part: simply register for the big online fun test from August at www.TOGGO.de. As welcoming to the TOGGO SpaßTag all children receive a great surprise gift.
13 – 31 October Halloween – the spooky adventure at LEGOLAND
Put in your vampire fangs, apply some spooky make-up and off you go to LEGOLAND. In mid-October the gruesomely decorated Halloween Land in the KNIGHTS’ KINGDOM opens its doors again and invites visitors to take part in some wonderfully spooky adventures.
If you’re looking for a real fright, you must visit the dark Scare House where you never know who or what is lurking behind the next corner. Or why don’t you instead strike fear into the hearts of others. Tricks or treats are in store for little Halloween fans in the Trick-or-Treat house at the Castle Theatre, and Tobi’s horror show at the weekends certainly gives you the creeps.
13 October: 2nd LEGOLAND Pumpkin Championship
Who weighs in the heaviest pumpkin at the 2nd LEGOLAND Pumpkin Championship on 13 October? Visitors are able to admire truly gigantic greenery and bring their own specimen if they like.
31 October: Halloween final
The Park celebrates Halloween with an all-day interactive programme. The day’s highlight and for the first time at LEGOLAND Park: the famous story of ‘The Little Vampire’ on stage in the LEGO Arena. Watch Anton and his vampire friend Rüdiger von Schlotterstein as they embark on exciting adventures. Entry to the park is free for all children dressed up in spooky Halloween costumes on 31 October.
4 November End of season with fireworks
A beautiful firework display above the MINILAND sky forms the brilliant end to the LEGOLAND anniversary season on 4 November. This is how LEGOLAND Deutschland says ‘Thank you ‘and ‘See you again next year’.
More info . . .
LEGOLAND® Deutschland, LEGOLAND Allee, 89312 Günzburg
Tel.: 0180 5 700 757 01*
(*14 cent/min. from landlines within Germany; mobile phone max. 42 cent/min from within Germany. Rates for calls from outside Germany may vary depending on telecommunications provider.)
For further park information please check www.legoland.de(external link)
How to get there?
LEGOLAND® Deutschland
LEGOLAND Allee 2
89312 Günzburg
Tel.: 0180 5 700 757 01*
(*14 cent/min. from landlines within Germany; mobile phone max. 42 cent/min from within Germany. Rates for calls from outside Germany may vary depending on telecommunications provider.)
www.legoland.de(external link)
2012 Ticket prices
SPECIAL PRICE!
(only for U.S. Armed Forces ID card holders)
1-day ticket adults and children:
€24.00 (regular price €38.00 for adults; online price from €30,00 for adults)
Children under 3: free
Buy your 1-day tickets now at the Kaiserslautern, Wiesbaden, Stuttgart or Heidelberg USO office and save money and time!
Regular ticket prices
1-day ticket child (3-11: €34,00 gate; from €27,00 online
1-day ticket adult (12+): €38,00 gate; from €30,00 online
Parking fee, 2-day tickets, family tickets, annual passes: see www.legoland.de(external link)
Stay overnight
In the world’s first LEGOLAND® holiday village visitors can spend the night right next to the park in one of 72 LEGO®-themed chalets or in the large caravan area. Each chalet has two family rooms for 4 or six persons. Save 5 Euros with an online booking or call +49 (0)89 288527 300.
New for the 2011 season: 24 new chalets in Egyptian style where visitors feel as if they are the overnight guests of the ancient pharaohs or Cleopatra.
About LEGOLAND® Deutschland
LEGOLAND® Deutschland, which covers an area as large as 26 football fields, is divided into eight theme areas. Each theme area is designed to ensure that heroes of all ages will find tons of things to explore and enjoy at the LEGO® experiment centers, roller coasters, water attractions and shows. The whole family can embark on a day-long voyage of discovery and adventure.
ENTRANCE AREA
Waving flags and two towers mark the entrance area to LEGOLAND® Deutschland. Up to 20 cash tills guarantee a quick entry into the park, even on very busy days. At the information desk you can obtain further information about the park. And if you are looking for further information about Günzburg and the surrounding region, the Tourist Information will be delighted to help you. It is recommended that you plan at least one full day for your visit to LEGOLAND® Deutschland, so you have time to visit all rides and attractions.
MINILAND
See the world from Gulliver's perspective in MINILAND, the centerpiece of every LEGOLAND® Park. Nationally and internationally known buildings have been rebuilt in detail on a scale of 1:20. Guests from Germany will recognize buildings from their home area. You can stroll past the Berlin Reichstag, Frankfurt's financial district or Munich airport - with Terminal 2 and the Airbus A380. Visitors from Italy, the Netherlands and Switzerland, too, will find buildings from their home countries. Not only Italian visitors will love the recreation of Venice complete with canals and gondolas.
All the buildings are worth a close look, to see what's happening in and around them. LEGO® figures are working on the facades, strolling through the streets, and can be spotted hiding behind windows. The whole of MINILAND is animated, and guests - big and small - can bring the models to life by pressing buttons and turning switches.
IMAGINATION
Imagination reigns supreme when inventors and designers big and small discover not only their creativity but also their muscle power: Build your own racing car and test its speed! Pull yourself up into the air by a nine meter rope at the Kids Power Tower! Take a ride around the Imagination area above the heads of the other guests in the Pedal-A-Car! Or enjoy the magnificent view from the Observation Tower! - The realm of fantasy definitely knows no bounds in IMAGINATION.
LEGO X-TREME
X as in eXtra large. In LEGO® X-TREME everything is faster, bigger and even more action-packed. Speedy racers can show they've got what it takes at the LEGO RACERS Drome Racing or when speeding over the water in the Aquazone Wave Racers. The very brave can also volunteer as test drivers for Project X - LEGO Test Track, a high-speed coaster that is eighteen meters high. At the LEGO MINDSTORMS Center clever types may program LEGO robots themselves and then test them in competition with others. Another highlight is the 4D-Movies in the LEGO Studios with many surprise effects.
A highlight of LEGO X-TREME is LEGOLAND® ATLANTIS by SEA LIFE™: This indoor Underwater World is inhabited by more than 2,000 fish together with models made from over a million LEGO® bricks.Take an exciting trip along the ocean floor to the sunken city of Atlantis. Thre you will meet sharks, rays and other tropical fish. Particularly brave visitors can come face to face with the creatures of the deep in the eight-meter-long glass tunnel.
KNIGHTS' KINGDOM
A royal castle with a great inner courtyard forms the center of KNIGHTS' KINGDOM™. The only way into the interior is via a drawbridge, and this is where your journey into the past begins: The Fire Dragon takes visitors on a fantastic trip through the interior of the castle. Having watched valiant knights, lovely damsels and even the royal family together a minute before, you suddenly find yourself racing on the dragon outdoors. Additional medieval highlights include panning for gold, championships on LEGO® steeds and much more.
ADVENTURE LAND
This area of the park is hidden in the wild jungle. Surrounded by bushes and trees, wild animals and fantastic creatures, tents and bamboo huts are the perfect setting for learning about the adventures of LEGO® hero Johnny Thunder. Join him on a Jungle X-pedition through grottos and jungles - and down the twelve-meter-high waterfall. Younger visitors can paddle through a land of adventures in the fantastic new Canoe X-pedition! Or explore the savannah on the Safari Tour passing 90 wild LEGO animals!
PIRATE LAND
Covering an area of some 5,000 square meters, PIRATE LAND is the largest expansion of the park since it first opened. In addition to a major new ride, this area directly adjoining ADVENTURE LAND also contains other piratical highlights. The entire family can play an interactive role as seafarers and pirates. Embark on an exciting voyage of discovery through this fascinating LEGOLAND® world!
LEGO® CITY
A visit to LEGO® CITY is absolutely essential. Its urban life is buzzing with cars, planes and cranes moving around factories, the port, highways and urban settlements, an airport and a harbor. LEGO CITY is also home to the new HERO FACTORY, a fantastic and powerful MEGA ride. Visitors can make their first driver's license at the Hyundai LEGOLAND® Driving School or go on a boat trip in the harbor. Other highlights at LEGO CITY include the LEGO Factory where LEGO bricks are made in front of the visitor's eye. Don't forget to take your souvenir brick home with you!