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Friday, September 04, 2026 at 11:04
Open from 10:00 to 18:00
Crowd level: 18,0 % - very low
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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...

Efteling Twinkles Shine on Unique PSV Shirt – Auction for Villa Pardoes

Monday, 16. March 2026, 08:28

Efteling fans and PSV supporters – listen up! Last Saturday, March 14, PSV Eindhoven stepped onto the pitch in a jersey that brought real magic to the game. The Efteling twinkles didn’t just sparkle across the fabric; they told a full story of wonder, deep regional ties, and a cause that truly matters. Subtle stars and glitter elements nod to both the enchanting world of Efteling and Philips’ proud heritage. Especially nice: 26 golden accents worked into the red glitter sections – a...

Efteling and Loon op Zand Sign Heritage Agreement for Sustainable Protection

Friday, 13. March 2026, 11:32

Efteling fans know exactly where the magic of this park comes from: its stories, its special places and a tradition that spans many decades. Great news is arriving from the Netherlands. The Municipality of Loon op Zand and Efteling have signed an official cooperation agreement that will significantly strengthen collaboration on preserving and developing cultural heritage. With the new agreement, both partners want to work even more closely together. They will share knowledge, improve...

Last Unique Look at The Chinese Nightingale in Efteling

Monday, 09. March 2026, 22:18

Efteling fans, it’s official: Yesterday marked the final day for “The Chinese Nightingale” in the Fairy Tale Forest. After 27 years, the beloved attraction has closed its doors for good in its current form. Those who wanted to experience the fairy tale one last time in all its glory had until March 8, 2026. The Nightingale is flying away for now — but it will return as early as 2027 in a completely new form. The farewell was especially emotional for seven lucky winners of an Efteling...

Efteling in February 2026: Quiet Month with Short Wait Times and Few Peaks

Tuesday, 03. March 2026, 15:32

In February 2026 Efteling showed its particularly relaxed side and offered fans of the Dutch fairy tale park one of the quietest months in recent times. On most days crowd levels ranged from minimal to very low values between 6.9 and 25 percent. The lowest value was recorded on February 11 with only 6.9 percent. The highest value came on February 25 with 50.6 percent, which was an average day. Average wait times across the entire park ranged between 8.4 minutes on the quietest days and 21.5...

Efteling January 2026: Mostly Empty – Only January 17 Saw Strong Crowds

Tuesday, 24. February 2026, 14:22

Efteling in January 2026 was a dream month for anyone who loves relaxed park days with short wait times. The Dutch fairy tale park showed predominantly minimal to very low attendance on most days – paths stayed clear, queue areas spacious and almost every attraction immediately accessible. Only one day broke the calm: January 17, with significantly higher crowds. After the nationwide Christmas holidays ended on January 4, peace quickly returned. On New Year’s Day (January 1), attendance...

Hooghmoed to Open May 1, 2026 at Efteling – New Freefall Ride for Kids

Tuesday, 24. February 2026, 09:11

The wait is over for the youngest thrill-seekers at Efteling! On May 1, 2026, the brand-new freefall attraction Hooghmoed will open right next to the popular Baron 1898 Dive Coaster. It is the park’s first thrilling ride designed for children from 90 cm tall (accompanied by someone 130 cm or taller). The story is set in Baron Gustave Hooghmoed’s smelting hut next to his famous gold mine. Young visitors take on the role of chimney sweeps and ride the lift tower up to 9.5 meters, enjoying...

Efteling Wins Brass Ring Award for Best Sustainability Program

Thursday, 05. February 2026, 21:54

The Efteling has won one of the most prestigious awards in the global theme park industry: Today the IAAPA announced that the Dutch park will receive the “Brass Ring Excellence Award” for Best Sustainability Program. The jury praised the deep integration of sustainability into the park’s entire concept and awarded the highest overall score. The official presentation will take place in May. The jury, made up of experienced professionals from the worldwide attractions industry, was...

Fire Breaks Out at Efteling's Raveleijn Arena During Demolition – Four Workers Checked for Smoke Inhalation

Thursday, 05. February 2026, 13:44

This morning around 8:30 a.m., a fire broke out at Efteling in the arena of the popular park show Raveleijn, where demolition work is currently underway for a completely new production. Fortunately, no guests were present, everyone remained unharmed, and the fire department quickly brought the situation under control. Four construction workers, however, had to be checked for inhaled smoke. The fire started in the former basement of the iconic five-headed dragon Draconicon, which was...

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