Perspective Shift During Park Downtime: Diversity in Europa-Park's Professional Life

Each year, Europa-Park utilizes its closure period from mid-January to mid-March for maintenance work, offering its employees the chance to explore new job fields. A striking example of this flexibility is Célia Leonhart, who switches from roller coasters to the field of advertising technology.

From rides to advertising technology

Célia Leonhart, deputy team leader at the blue fire Megacoaster during the main season, swaps the thrill of roller coasters for the creative realm of advertising technology. Employed at the park since 2015, she spends the winter months in the in-house print shop, producing hundreds of media daily, including signs, safety instructions, and promotional materials for the park and the resort.

Enriching Off-Season

Working during the off-season allows Leonhart not just to gain insights into new work areas, but also to enjoy a welcome change in work rhythm. Direct interaction with park visitors gives way to collaboration with colleagues from various departments, enhancing team spirit and broadening professional horizons.

Diverse Deployment Opportunities and New Learning Opportunities

Besides advertising technology, Europa-Park employees find numerous other deployment areas during the closure period. Whether in maintenance, as an operator in Rulantica, or in supportive roles for painters, electricians, and mechanics, everyone finds new challenges and learning opportunities.

Looking to the Future

Célia Leonhart is already sure she would like to return to advertising technology in the next off-season. The friendships made and the increasing responsibility in this area are especially important to her, even though her interest in technical tasks related to the blue fire Megacoaster continues.

New Perspectives, Thanks to the Winter Break

The winter break at Europa-Park is more than a time of rest and maintenance: It offers employees unique opportunities for personal and professional development. Célia Leonhart's story illustrates the diversity and enrichment these months bring to the team and how they keep the park alive behind the scenes.

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