Efteling – the fairytale theme park in the Netherlands – plans to re-open on May 20.

The holiday park Efteling Bosrijk will be open again from May 8. Guests can book a stay without entrance to the park. Loonsche Land and Efteling Hotel will open their doors from May 20.

Efteling Golf Park will probably open earlier than May 20. No specific date is confirmed.

Europa-Park in Germany will be re-opening on May 29, following the easing of coronavirus related restrictions announced by the government.

The six themed hotels, the Camp Resort and Europa-Park Camping will also be welcoming guests from this date.

Europa-Park will be open until 6pm Monday-Friday and until 7pm Saturday and Sunday.

However, the water park Rulantica will remain closed until further notice.

Legendia in Poland has given an update on their new river rapids water ride, with gardening work currently underway at the attraction.

Opening in 2020, visitors will discover a land where mythical ghosts come to life in Dolina Jagi (Valley of Yaga).

This brand new attraction is a Wild Raft Ride from the German manufacturer HAFEMA.

German theme park Tripsdrill will open two new Vekoma roller coasters in 2020, with construction continuing at pace.

The two additions will be a Family Boomerang Coaster named Volldampf (Full Steam Ahead) and a Suspended Thrill Coaster named Hals-über-Kopf (Head Over Heels).

These new rides will have intertwined layouts, which means that the tracks of both roller coasters will cross several times.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has created a range of challenges for theme parks in Europe including event cancellations and temporary closures.

Some theme parks in Europe remain open so please expect to see a number of initiatives aimed at maintaining a safe environment including enhanced cleaning regimes and increased availability of hand sanitisation products.

Please note, theme parks may cancel events or temporarily close with little warning. For this reason please check with individual hotels and attractions before making a trip.