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Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 11:02
Open from 10:00 to 22:00
Crowd level: 33,5 % - moderate
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Missie Luminar at Efteling: First Suspended Launch Coaster Launching in 2029 with 80 km/h Thrills and Weightlessness

Thursday, 09. July 2026, 08:30

Theme park fans have plenty to look forward to at Efteling from 2029 onwards. With Missie Luminar the popular Dutch park is introducing its very first suspended launch coaster – a ride where the vehicles hang beneath the track and blast off with a powerful launch. Visitors become missionauts and set off on an expedition whose goal is to break the light barrier, hitting speeds of up to 80 km/h on a ride that lasts more than two minutes and delivers several moments of weightlessness. The story...

New at Toko Pagode in Efteling: Fresh Asian Street Food with Bao Buns, Onigiri and Boba Tea

Wednesday, 08. July 2026, 14:40

Efteling fans, here’s some good news: starting Wednesday, July 8, Toko Pagode is back with a completely fresh Asian street food lineup. The spot right by the Pagode has reopened after a proper refresh and now serves up Bao Buns, Onigiri, Gyoza and tasty Boba Teas. With a nice view over the Gondoletta pond and the Pagode offering a bit of shade now and then, it’s the perfect spot to grab something tasty between rides. The triangular Onigiri – rice snacks with filling wrapped in seaweed –...

25 Braids Donated at Efteling Fairy Tale Day: Rapunzel’s 25th Anniversary Gift to Dutch Hair Foundation

Tuesday, 07. July 2026, 13:18

Right in the heart of the Sprookjesbos at Efteling, a very special fairy-tale moment unfolded today. To mark Rapunzel’s 25th anniversary, 25 guests donated their long braids to the Dutch Hair Foundation. Five hairdressers stood ready in the woods, cut the braids and rewarded the generous donors with fresh hairstyles and official certificates. Altogether more than ten meters of hair were collected – a valuable gift for people who lost their own hair through cancer treatment or hair diseases....

Wartezeiten.APP Now Available as Native iOS App with Apple Watch Support

Tuesday, 30. June 2026, 09:40

Theme park fans, take note: The Wartezeiten.APP has taken a major step forward. It is now available as a full native iOS app in the App Store – in seven languages and with comprehensive Apple Watch support. The app requires iOS 26 to deliver the best possible experience with its extensive technologies. It bundles live wait times, park status, weather, shows, statistics and smart alerts for more than 40 theme parks worldwide, giving visitors a quick overview of many parks at once – both...

Efteling Reveals Ravenring: New Interactive Flying Attraction Opening This Winter in Raveleijn

Tuesday, 26. May 2026, 10:17

Efteling has laid its cards on the table and finally revealed the name and design of the highly anticipated new attraction in the legendary Raveleijn themed area. With Ravenring, a unique flying adventure is coming this winter to the popular Dutch theme park – an experience that will thrill fans of action, interaction and magical immersion alike. Ravenring is being built right outside the imposing city walls of the magical city of Raveleijn. Visitors board one of 18 winged vehicles inspired...

Efteling 2025: Record 80 Days at 9+ and New Grand Hotel Opening

Wednesday, 22. April 2026, 10:09

The Efteling once again proved in 2025 why it remains one of Europe’s most beloved theme parks among fans. With a new record of 80 days earning a 9+ guest rating, the opening of the park’s first on-site hotel, and a brand-new fairy tale, the Dutch fairy-tale park looks back on a strong year – delivering 5.78 million visits and significantly more guests from England. The Efteling closed fiscal year 2025 with a convincing result: 4.98 million individual visitors generated a total of 5.78...

Efteling is looking for attraction testers for Hooghmoed – Kids from 3 years old wanted!

Wednesday, 08. April 2026, 11:10

Little daredevils, listen up! For the first time in its history, Efteling is searching for real attraction testers for its brand-new free-fall attraction Hooghmoed. Every brave boy and girl between three and nine years old can now apply. The test rides will take place on Sunday, April 26, together with popular children's presenter Jordy Kok. Do you dream of being one of the first to ride Hooghmoed? This is your big chance! The new attraction will open on May 1 right next to Baron 1898....

Magicaluna Now Enchanting Guests at Efteling Theater

Friday, 03. April 2026, 23:05

A new illusion show has arrived at Efteling: “Magicaluna” now transports visitors several times a day into a wondrous dream world filled with fantasy and amazement. The nonverbal production received thunderous applause at its premiere. “With Magicaluna, we are expanding our entertainment offering with a wonderful experience that touches our guests in a new way,” says Nicole Scheffers, Director of Park & Resorts. “The show combines poetic illusion art with an emotional story about...

Efteling Opens Third Changing Places Toilet in the Netherlands

Thursday, 26. March 2026, 13:52

Starting today, Efteling is even more accessible. The park has opened its third Changing Places Toilet in the Netherlands and is sending a strong message about genuine inclusion. Visitors with severe or multiple disabilities can now use a specially equipped toilet with significantly more space, a ceiling hoist and a changing table — everything needed for a stress-free visit. The official opening took place this afternoon: Irene Moors, ambassador for the VriendenLoterij; the child...

Efteling Tells… Joris and the Dragon Wins VVTP Golden Ticket Award

Monday, 16. March 2026, 10:33

Efteling fans have every reason to be excited! The brand-new family musical “Efteling Tells… Joris and the Dragon” has already drawn more than 25,000 visitors in a short time and has been awarded the prestigious VVTP Golden Ticket Award. Director Mark Haayema personally presented the honor at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem, completely surprising the cast. “If a production is well received by the press and the premiere audience, that’s already fantastic,” says Haayema. “But when so...

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