Fire Destroys Buildings in Geiselwind Amusement Park Ahead of Season Opening

A blaze in the kitchen of a restaurant caused significant damage, with no injuries reported; the park plans to open as scheduled on March 29.

The fire broke out early Monday morning in the kitchen of a restaurant at Freizeit-Land Geiselwind, a popular amusement park in Bavaria.
No injuries were reported, and all animals in the park were unharmed, but the damage is estimated to be in the six-figure range.
The fire destroyed a restaurant, a kiosk, and several vehicles, while firefighters prevented a potential explosion by securing a nearby gas tank.
Over 150 firefighters from surrounding areas worked to extinguish the flames and protect nearby structures; the cause of the fire is under investigation by the criminal police.
Despite the damage, park officials confirmed that the planned season opening on March 29 will proceed, with ongoing preparations for the event.