Karls Erlebnisdorf in Oberhausen awards lifetime free meals to YouTuber after Erdbeerdöner challenge

The newly opened Karls Erlebnisdorf in Oberhausen, Germany, has attracted a massive visitor surge since its launch on 22 July. The park offers free admission, charging only for rides, food and a large shopping hall, a model that has drawn families seeking affordable entertainment. Visitor reviews are largely positive, praising the low‑cost concept, though some have reported long queues during peak times.

YouTube creator Sebastian Michels, known as “Big M”, completed a promotional food challenge at the park by eating nine Erdbeerdöner – a strawberry‑flavoured kebab – within 80 minutes. As a result, he received a lifetime pass for free meals at all Karls Erlebnisdorf locations, a prize highlighted by the company as part of its marketing campaign.