Cesar Mario Mamon, chairman of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) visited Europa-Park last month to attend the official opening ceremony of Arthur – In the Minimoys Kingdom.

Along with 170 international journalists, Mamon witnessed the large indoor attraction in full flow at Germany's largest theme park.

Mamon said he was impressed by the attention to detail in the theming and the innovative ride system, which was completed by Mack Rides.

Europa-Park owner Roland Mack, who became the first German chairman of IAAPA in 2012, also invited Mamon to participate in the traditional tapping of the first barrel at Europa-Park's Oktoberfest. This tradition is the official opening of the event.