The children’s amusement park (called Familypark Neusiedlersee in German) has been in operation since 1965 and has grown over the years to become the largest amusement park in Austria in terms of area and number of attractions. Besides dozens of different rides, there are many activity areas for children, including water games, theaters, playgrounds, a petting zoo, and more. The park itself is full of wonderful nature, with many plants, water streams, and colorful flower beds to create a pleasant and natural atmosphere.
The attractions you can enjoy at the children’s amusement park are divided into 4 worlds:
Experience Castle (Erlebnisburg)
Visit Filippo’s castle and meet his good friend, the brave eagle. Children can fly with the brave eagle on the Götterblitz coaster, float in hot air balloons on the Ballonkarussell carousel, or sail on a giant duck in the Entenparade. Here is a detailed list of all the other attractions in the Experience Castle.
Fairy Tale Forest (Märchenwald)
This is the part where the whole park began. It is hidden in an oak forest with paths along which you’ll find characters from beloved children’s fairy tales. You can say hello to Hansel and Gretel, or accompany Little Red Riding Hood on her way to grandma’s house. For the brave, there is also the spooky ghost castle. Within the forest, there are seating areas for a pleasant family picnic and a rest from walking around the park. Here is a detailed list of all the other attractions in the Fairy Tale Forest.
Adventure Island (Abenteuerinsel)
In this part of the park, you will feel just like you’re in a small town near the Mediterranean Sea. Here you’ll find olive trees, Mediterranean-style buildings, sounds, melodies, and of course, lots of fun rides. Children can spin on the flying fish carousel, sail inside a giant crocodile, shoot water cannons, or operate small remote-controlled boats. Here is a detailed list of all the other attractions on Adventure Island.
The Farm (Bauernhof)
The farm offers more than just a petting and feeding corner with sheep, goats, rabbits, and donkeys. There are many animal-themed rides and games for children, just like on a real farm. Children can slide down wave slides, spin on high carousels, milk cows, ride the mouse train, and more! Here is a detailed list of all the attractions at the Farm.
If you’re wondering how much fun the children’s amusement park really is, just watch the video:
Essential Information for Your Visit – The Children’s Amusement Park
Please note!
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Some of the park’s attractions are not suitable for toddlers.
- Additionally, on days with bad weather, the park management reserves the right to change the opening and closing hours. No refunds will be given for purchased tickets.
- There are 4 restaurants throughout the park for the convenience of visitors.
Operating Hours:
- Christmas Season: 30.11 to 2.12 and from 7.12 to 9.12, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- March 24 to September 30: From 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Last entry is possible until 5:00 PM. The rides start operating at 10:00 AM.
- October 1 to October 26: From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last entry is possible until 4:00 PM. The rides start operating at 10:00 AM.
Entrance Costs:
- Day ticket: From €35 online. At the ticket office from €38.
- Children under 3: Free entry.
- Special price (two hours before closing): €30.
- Entry for pensioners on Wednesdays: €28.
- Children aged 3-14 celebrating their birthday on the day of entry: Free entry (proof of date of birth is required at the entrance).
- Coins for park activities: €1 per coin.
*The day ticket includes unlimited use of all attractions in the park except for games that require special coins (like the water cannons, for example). For these games, coins must be purchased separately.
- Official Website
- Click here to purchase tickets online for quick, queue-free entry to the amusement park.
Address: Märchenparkweg 1, 7062 St. Margarethen im Burgenland
How to Get to the Largest Amusement Park from Vienna?
The amusement park is located near the large lake of the region, called Neusiedler See. You can easily reach the park by car in about 50 minutes from the center of Vienna.
It is also possible to get to the amusement park by public transport using a bus.
From Vienna, take the regional bus line number 200, which departs from the bus platform next to Vienna’s main train station (Wien Hbf). The bus goes to the capital of Burgenland – Eisenstadt.
Get off at the Eisenstadt Domplatz station and from there, switch to bus line number 285, which goes directly to the amusement park. The stop where you need to get off is called St. Margarethen im Bgld Familypark. The total bus journey takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Another option is to take a train from Vienna’s main train station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) to the Eisenstadt train station (Eisenstadt Bahnhof). From there, it’s about a 5-minute walk to the Eisenstadt Franz-Werfel-Gasse station, where you can take bus line 285 to the park. This route takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
You can plan your route and see the schedule on the railway company’s website.
If you’ve had enough fun at the park, you can continue to enjoy the shores of the large Lake Neusiedl.
