EFTELING

The young, grumpy bear does not always get along well with the other animals. Klaas Vaak, the Sandman, therefore decides to teach the bear a few pieces of wisdom. During an adventurous dream, the bear visits the habitats of other animals together with a brave squirrel.

You're stranded on an exciting adventure island. Go in search of hidden treasures in the fishing village, but beware of the sudden waves... Follow in the footsteps of Sinbad the Navigator and see the journal entries of his travels come to life.

Toko Pagoda offers you a touch of exoticism. This Asian-style snack bar is located right next to the pagoda. Choose from pasta or typical rice dishes, accompanied by one of the many sauces. In no time at all, you will get your food in a practical box for on the go.

In this enchanted forest, you'll wander from fairy tale to fairy tale, discovering a new story around every bend. Meet dwarves and princesses, marvel at enchanted swans and dancing elves... and do you already spot Longneck among the trees?

Settle in the home port of Sinbad the Navigator. Awaken the wanderlust in you at the oriental market and enjoy delicious products. The free Efteling app gives you all the latest information on restaurants, shows and attractions.

Let yourself be carried away by the melodies as you watch the idyllic play of colors of the flowers and the many animals on the lake. With the planting, we have created a natural environment for them. On board the Gondoletta boat trip, you can relax and unwind for 20 minutes.

Here you can take a seat at a table in Het Witte Paard. Whether it's a sweet treat, a hot meal, a sandwich or a salad - you can get all the delicacies here. Step inside and soak up the ambiance at this classic teahouse. Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice?

The miners drink a glass of cold milk. To remove dust and soot from the lungs, the miners simply drink a glass of milk. So if you have swallowed too much dust during a trip in the Baron 1898, just drink a glass of cold milk at 't Melkhuysje.

The young, grumpy bear does not always get along well with the other animals. Klaas Vaak, the Sandman, therefore decides to teach the bear a few pieces of wisdom. During an adventurous dream, the bear visits the habitats of other animals together with a brave squirrel.

You're stranded on an exciting adventure island. Go in search of hidden treasures in the fishing village, but beware of the sudden waves... Follow in the footsteps of Sinbad the Navigator and see the journal entries of his travels come to life.

In this enchanted forest, you'll wander from fairy tale to fairy tale, discovering a new story around every bend. Meet dwarves and princesses, marvel at enchanted swans and dancing elves... and do you already spot Longneck among the trees?

Let yourself be carried away by the melodies as you watch the idyllic play of colors of the flowers and the many animals on the lake. With the planting, we have created a natural environment for them. On board the Gondoletta boat trip, you can relax and unwind for 20 minutes.

What would you like? A horse, a carriage or a pig? Take a seat in this over 100-year-old steam carousel, which makes its rounds to the music of one of the last five organs built by Gavioli. Or you can book another accommodation in one of our hotels or holiday parks.

To get into the mine, Baron 1898 drops you 37.5 meters into the depth. Quick, try to get a piece of the gold before the White Women stop you during the dive coaster ride. Baron 1898 has a single-rider entrance.

Board one of the merchant ships and join Sinbad the Navigator on a journey! Embark on a dizzying adventure until the storm subsides. Follow in the footsteps of Sinbad the Navigator and see the journal entries of his travels come to life.

In the double roller coaster Max & Moritz you can experience an exciting and totally crazy ride full of pranks with the whole family. Together with Max and Moritz, escape from the cuckoo clock workshop in one of their soapboxes. Keep both eyes open along the way, because the rascals like to concoct mischief!

You, too, will be challenged to fight the dragon and liberate the kingdom. Choose one of the two lanes to defeat the dragon with either water or fire. Only those who win the duel of the wooden competition roller coaster at the end will receive fame and honor.

The huge bird Rok, who is as strong as a hundred lions, is already watching you from afar. Do you dare to immerse yourself in the fairy tale from 1001 Nights and get to the bottom of the story of Sinbad the Navigator? Then get in and fly through the night in the claws of the giant bird like Sinbad once did, until it reaches its nest.

On the children's playground, built in the style of Anton Pieck, every child enjoys the carousels, seesaws and rocking boats. Where can they find you? On the animal carousel, the slide or on the seesaw? No matter what you feel like - everyone gets their money's worth here.

This outdoor playground is great fun for the little ones. Whether they take a seat in the train carousel, hug the big yellow bear or bob on one of the many jumping chickens: All playground equipment is equipped with soft fall mats, so that you can let off steam carefree and to your heart's content.

... there lived a cheerful people who wandered far to find a place where they could settle forever. The Laafen feel at home in Efteling. Since that time, the van Laaf people have been engaged in everyday work, going to school, making music or baking bread.

Python is just waiting to put you in its stranglehold. At breakneck speed and at lofty heights, the steel roller coaster sweeps you away and turns your world upside down four times. Python has a single-rider input. This is a separate queue for individual riders and is used to fill up free seats.

Marvel at the passing trains in a magical little world. Watch as the small villages, surrounded by mountains, rivers, and lakes, come to life and how their inhabitants go about their daily lives. It's still day in the miniature world, but before you know it, the night breaks in again.

Discover how it all started in 1952 and made Efteling what it is today. Here you can expect sketches by famous Efteling designers as well as treasures and relics from times long past to the present day. Come in and let yourself be surprised.

Here, one carousel makes its rounds next to the other. Experience pure nostalgia and enjoy delicious treats in the restaurants or typical Dutch "from the wall". Whether young or old, Anton Pieckplein is always worth a visit. The Efteling Wonder Hotel is the place where wonder and sleep become one.

Over mountains and valleys, past bridges, ponds and animals in a unique vehicle. Ride in a red fire truck, the forester's blue car, or one of the other themed cars and pickup trucks. Since all vehicles are different, every trip is a unique experience.

... Once upon a time there lived a family that was always hungry. Their absolute favorite dish was paper and so they made paper swallowing their profession. They decided to protect nature in Efteling and to protect it from any pollution. Since then, the family has simply not stopped eating.

Over meadows and fields, past barns and mills, the ride with the pedal train goes. Decide for yourself how fast the train goes by pedaling sometimes faster and sometimes slower. And don't forget to wave to mom and dad as you whiz past them!

In the picturesque Dutch harbour lies the sailing ship Halve Maen – a merchant ship of the Dutch East India Company. Only daredevils dare to board the swing boat. It takes you to lofty heights until you finally dock safely back in the harbor.

Let yourself be driven through the different realms of Efteling and discover the park from a completely different perspective. You can hop on at the stations in the exciting Ruigrijk or the fantastic Marerijk and relax on a leisurely ride.

A long, long time ago, on a Friday the 13th in 1876, the entire orchestra of the eccentric conductor Joseph Charlatan disappeared here at the International Music Competition. After a grandiose performance of the musical piece Danse Macabre, they were mercilessly devoured by the "mysterious Nameless", the evil one, which still roams these areas today and manifests itself as a monstrous, cat-like being.

In the monorail you can discover the Laafendorf from above. Get into one of the twenty-five snails and get to know these special Efteling residents from a different perspective. This ride takes you past the houses of the merry people and even through them.

In this Thai temple you float at a height of 45 meters. Enjoy the phenomenal view over the whole of Efteling, the surrounding cities and landscapes. Do you dare to look down? The Efteling Wonder Hotel is the place where wonder and sleep become one.

With heavy artillery you defend yourself against waves and sea monsters. Play sea battle in this old-fashioned cozy game gallery or treat yourself to something delicious in the candy store De Verleiding. Please note that all games in the game gallery have to be paid separately.

A very special play forest in which all brave adventurers, with and without disabilities, can set off on great heroic deeds. Here you fight the dragon by sliding down on it, make your way through various play elements made of natural materials or venture onto the wooden walkway around the play forest.

Jokie and Jet take you on a journey to distant lands. Get to know the different cultures and festivals of the world. What do all countries have in common? And what is different everywhere? Let yourself be surprised! One thing is certain: the many cheerful inhabitants with their red noses are guaranteed to provide fun and a good mood.

In the Droomvlucht theme ride, unicorns and forest animals come to life. When night falls, the cities float almost weightlessly through the darkness ... until the day breaks again and everyone wakes up happy in the magical forest. The entrance to the Droomvlucht theme ride is via a treadmill and is therefore not easy.

... takes you into the depths of the oriental palace, where glittering treasures lie hidden. While the sultan is ensnared by women, the dark catacombs are haunted by criminals and rats. Discover the secrets of the Orient from the water, from wealth to poverty.

Welcome to the covered family attraction Symbolica. In this wonderful palace, nothing is as it seems! Go together to the audience with King Pardulfus. Magician Pardoes ensures that every visit surprises and enchants.

In the 18th century, the self-proclaimed Bockreiter roamed the country plundering and pillaging. The captain of this gang of thieves, Hugo van den Loonsche Duynen, reached Postel Abbey after a long journey. What he saw there aroused his greed.

In search of wealth, Captain Willem van der Decken set sail with his ship "De Hollander" despite the bad weather. His greed was so great that he ordered his crew to sail on Easter Sunday, even though it was forbidden. Since then, everyone on board has been condemned to sail the seven seas forever.

In a faraway land, the river sweeps you away, past waterfalls, rocks, and totem poles. A true adventure where you have to do without a paddle at all. The rapids alone determine your route. Will you stay dry on this 600-meter whitewater ride?

The fairy tale collector is one of the oldest inhabitants of the fairytale forest and a storyteller full of energy. He collects his stories from the branches and twigs of the forest and writes them down in his books. In this way, he hopes that fairy tales and stories will never be lost and will always be retold.

The Charlatan family has settled on the edge of the Huyverwoud. At the foot of the old abbey, they show off their dark arts! Come, be amazed and spook at this magical spectacle.

Jokie and Jet celebrate a happy party - and where there is a party, there is dancing! Unfortunately, Jokie doesn't know exactly how to do that yet. Will you help Jokie learn his most beautiful dance? (in Dutch)

Come to the Efteling Theater and experience Magicaluna: a twenty-minute non-verbal illusion show that focuses on magic and spectacle. Look forward to a show for the whole family, full of wow moments and spectacular choreography. Exciting – and maybe a little different from what you're used to from Efteling ...

Cinderella has been longing for a new prince for so long. And just when everything seems to be getting over her head, Little Red Riding Hood rushes to her aid. (in Dutch) The free Efteling app gives you all the latest information on restaurants, shows and attractions.

Around the Huyverwoud you might meet the Huyveraars! These mysterious souls roam around Danse Macabre and are supposed to protect the old abbey from the mysterious Nameless One. It is said that not everyone can see them ... but maybe that's just charlatan magic.

Every day, you can meet and greet your favourite Efteling residents at Efteling theme park. Or have your picture taken with them as a souvenir.

Say hello to the wizard Pardoes from Symbolica, a planet on the other side of space. The always cheerful Pardoes is out and about in the amusement park every day.

The Aquanura show Efteling Symphonica takes you on a 14-minute musical journey through Efteling. The elegant and imposing lanterns, 8 meters high and known as miracle lights, show beautiful pictures along the water. With an unmistakable background music, thematic lighting and magical projections, the new Aquanura show is the perfect way to end a day at Efteling.

Toko Pagoda offers you a touch of exoticism. This Asian-style snack bar is located right next to the pagoda. Choose from pasta or typical rice dishes, accompanied by one of the many sauces. In no time at all, you will get your food in a practical box for on the go.

Settle in the home port of Sinbad the Navigator. Awaken the wanderlust in you at the oriental market and enjoy delicious products. The free Efteling app gives you all the latest information on restaurants, shows and attractions.

Here you can take a seat at a table in Het Witte Paard. Whether it's a sweet treat, a hot meal, a sandwich or a salad - you can get all the delicacies here. Step inside and soak up the ambiance at this classic teahouse. Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice?

The miners drink a glass of cold milk. To remove dust and soot from the lungs, the miners simply drink a glass of milk. So if you have swallowed too much dust during a trip in the Baron 1898, just drink a glass of cold milk at 't Melkhuysje.

Directly in front of the abbey walls are the remains of the tavern In den Swarte Kat. The Charlatan family has used this room as a grocer's shop and offers all kinds of refreshments and refreshments for passing travellers and adventurers for sale.

In this secular restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious cup of coffee at the savannah bar and browse through the souvenirs. At Wereldkeuken, you can expect dishes with Indian and African influences, as well as various international burgers. Wereldkeuken - International cuisine In this international restaurant you can choose from a variety of meat, fish and plant-based dishes.

At 't Ute Nest, you can expect a variety of warm drinks and sweet treats. Make yourself comfortable on the barrier-free terrace - with the best view of the playground. Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice? Then this choice has better nutritional value than similar dishes and products.

This is where De Kleyne Klaroen is located. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or soft drink accompanied by a piece of pastry. How about an apple turnover, a brownie or a hearty snack? Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice?

The pans are sizzling, the kettles are fluting, the ladles and wooden spoons are clattering. With such a life of its own, Polle is powerless in his kitchen. He actually has only one thing under control: baking excellent pancakes according to his own recipes.

you will feel like you are in a real "Ristorante Italiano" and experience the convivial hustle and bustle that simply cannot be missing there. Discover fresh Italian cuisine as it should be. You can choose à la carte from fresh pasta dishes and freshly topped pizzas.

This is what 't Poffertje offers you: the perfect opportunity to take a break with a hot drink and freshly baked poffertjes (small pancakes). Enjoy the sweet and tastiest delicacy of our Poffertjes chef. Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice?

In the immediate vicinity of Max & Moritz, your hunger will be quickly satisfied. Enjoy delicious French fries, delicious snacks and real Bengel buckets filled with chicken or onion rings. Make yourself comfortable in Mrs. Bolte's kitchen indoors or on the spacious covered terraces.

At 't Koetshuys, the place where the abbey's carriages and tools used to be kept, the Charlatans sell spooky cotton candy and various types of popcorn. The free Efteling app gives you all the latest information on restaurants, shows and attractions.

Opposite the exit of the fairytale forest, past the railway crossing, you will find In de Gelaarsde Cat. On the way to the next attraction, you can pick up a freshly made, toasted sandwich or rolls with a juice. Does a dish or product bear the logo The Better Choice?

Every morning, even before the first cockcrow, baker Krümel is busy in his bakery. With a lot of love, he conjures up delicious savoury and sweet treats from the oven. Fancy various delicacies from the oven? Then the Krümel bakery is the right place for you.

Snack bar Station De Oost Fresh fruit and Turkish pizza You can get many delicacies at Station de Oost. Here you will find several snack stations under one roof. At De Verse Oost you can get fresh fruit, juices and delicious sandwiches, while delicious snacks at De Hongerige Machinist will make your heart beat faster.