The Fairytale Theme Park & Resort of the Netherlands

Efteling, World of Wonders

Holland's Most Wonderful Theme Park Resort

Immerse your family in Europe's most enchanting theme park resort. From thrilling roller coasters and 30 living fairy tales to luxury themed hotels and world-class spectacles.

Efteling World of Wonders
World of Wonders Holland's most wonderful theme park
Kaatsheuvel
34+ World-Class Rides & Coasters
30 Fairytale Forest Pavilions
5 Realms Mythical Themed Lands
365 Days Open 365 Days a Year
Live Park Status: 155 of 193 Attractions Open
Hours: 10:00 - 18:00 |

Discover the theme park

Efteling is the largest theme park in the Netherlands, where you can enjoy a full day out together. Explore exciting roller coasters, calm family attractions, famous fairytales and surprising shows.

Attractions

Attractions

From a trip around the world in Carnaval Festival to a free fall on Baron 1898: there is an attraction for everyone.

Food and drinks

Food and drinks

Enjoy freshly baked pancakes, snacks, cozy terraces or à la carte dinner in one of our many restaurants.

Park shows & entertainment

Park shows & entertainment

Be amazed by dazzling water spectacle Aquanura, fairytale forest inhabitants and theater show CARO.

The Signature Wonders

The Signature Wonders

From the haunting ruins of Danse Macabre to the floating kingdoms of Droomvlucht, discover Efteling's most legendary experiences.

Danse Macabre
New 2024 / 2025
Anderrijk
Spectacle

Danse Macabre

Enter the eerie Huyverwoud forest and discover the cursed abbey ruins. Seated in choir stalls on a monumental 18-metre turntable ride with hydraulic motion, you dance along to the haunting orchestral tones of Camille Saint-Saëns' masterpiece. An unforgettable journey through shadows, spectres, and spine-tingling twists.

120 cm Min Height
30 km/h Motion
Thrilling Intensity
Baron 1898
37.5m Freefall
Ruigrijk
Spectacle

Baron 1898

Greedy mine baron Gustave Hooghmoed has discovered gold deep beneath the earth. But the mythical White Women guard the treasure with vengeful spirits. Plunge 37.5 meters vertically straight into the steaming abyss at 90 km/h, twisting through Immelmann loops and zero-G rolls in this world-renowned B&M dive coaster.

132 cm Min Height
90 km/h Motion
Extreme Intensity
Symbolica
Family Masterpiece
Fantasierijk
Spectacle

Symbolica

Step inside the grand Palace of Fantasy and board your trackless Fantasy Carriage. Magic jester Pardoes guides you through secret chambers, an astronomical observatory, and the grand festive banquet hall. Choose between the Music, Hero, or Treasure Tour for unique surprises.

All ages Min Height
10 km/h Motion
Family Intensity
Droomvlucht
Dreamflight Legend
Marerijk
Spectacle

Droomvlucht

Glide suspended high above floating planetary castles, fragrant woodland glades with playful fairies, and the mossy marshlands of friendly trolls. A world-famous suspended dark ride radiating poetry, beauty, and orchestral wonder.

All ages Min Height
18 km/h Motion
Family Intensity
Joris en de Draak
Fire vs Water
Ruigrijk
Spectacle

Joris en de Draak

Choose your allegiance: Water or Fire! On this duelling wooden roller coaster, two dragon-hunting carriages race side by side at 75 km/h over towering timber hills, sharp banking turns, and airtime bumps in a fierce quest to conquer the terrifying beast.

110 cm Min Height
75 km/h Motion
Thrilling Intensity
Aquanura Water Symphony
Europe’s Largest
Fantasierijk
Spectacular Water, Fire & Light Symphony

Aquanura Water Symphony

The quintessential finale to your Efteling day on the expansive Vonderplas lake. Over 200 choreographed fountains dance to iconic park orchestral melodies against dramatic towering flames and shimmering lights.

All ages Min Height
Spectacle Motion
Show Intensity
Explore by Realm

Journey Through The 5 Realms

Each realm holds its own magic, stories, and wonders to discover.

Thrill & Wonder

Featured Attractions & Rides

Discover the highest drops, fastest coasters, and most captivating dark rides.

Danse Macabre
Anderrijk
Maintenance
Thrilling

Danse Macabre

Enter the eerie Huyverwoud forest and discover the cursed abbey ruins. Seated in choir stalls on a monumental 18-metre turntable ride with hydraulic motion, you dance along to the haunting orchestral tones of Camille Saint-Saëns' masterpiece. An unforgettable journey through shadows, spectres, and spine-tingling twists.

120 cm Min Height
30 km/h Top Speed
3.5 min Duration
Baron 1898
Ruigrijk
20 min wait
Extreme

Baron 1898

Greedy mine baron Gustave Hooghmoed has discovered gold deep beneath the earth. But the mythical White Women guard the treasure with vengeful spirits. Plunge 37.5 meters vertically straight into the steaming abyss at 90 km/h, twisting through Immelmann loops and zero-G rolls in this world-renowned B&M dive coaster.

132 cm Min Height
90 km/h Top Speed
2 min 10 sec Duration
Joris en de Draak
Ruigrijk
25 min wait
Thrilling

Joris en de Draak

Choose your allegiance: Water or Fire! On this duelling wooden roller coaster, two dragon-hunting carriages race side by side at 75 km/h over towering timber hills, sharp banking turns, and airtime bumps in a fierce quest to conquer the terrifying beast.

110 cm Min Height
75 km/h Top Speed
2 min Duration
Symbolica
Fantasierijk
30 min wait
Family

Symbolica

Step inside the grand Palace of Fantasy and board your trackless Fantasy Carriage. Magic jester Pardoes guides you through secret chambers, an astronomical observatory, and the grand festive banquet hall. Choose between the Music, Hero, or Treasure Tour for unique surprises.

All ages Min Height
10 km/h Top Speed
7 min Duration
De Vliegende Hollander
Ruigrijk
15 min wait
Thrilling

De Vliegende Hollander

Defying the stormy Easter winds, Captain Willem van der Decken set sail into eternal damnation. Walk the historic smuggler docks of 17th-century Vlissingen, embark upon wooden longboats into stormy subterranean seas, and plunge into an outdoor splashdown with roller coaster thrills.

120 cm Min Height
70 km/h Top Speed
3 min 45 sec Duration
Max & Moritz
Anderrijk
20 min wait
Family

Max & Moritz

The mischievous rascals Max and Moritz turn their alpine village upside down with hilarious inventions. Two custom-powered trains race in opposite directions through a whimsical alpine valley full of whoopee cushions, cuckoo clocks, and joyful runaway soapboxes.

100 cm Min Height
36 km/h Top Speed
2 min 30 sec Duration
The Fairytale Forest
Marerijk
Walk-on (0m)
Family

The Fairytale Forest

The enchanted cradle of Efteling since 1952. Stroll along peaceful wooded trails where 30 legendary tales by the Brothers Grimm, Andersen, and Perrault come alive with animatronics, music, and the authentic romantic illustrations of founding designer Anton Pieck.

All ages Min Height
Walking tour Top Speed
60-90 min Duration
Droomvlucht
Marerijk
30 min wait
Family

Droomvlucht

Glide suspended high above floating planetary castles, fragrant woodland glades with playful fairies, and the mossy marshlands of friendly trolls. A world-famous suspended dark ride radiating poetry, beauty, and orchestral wonder.

All ages Min Height
18 km/h Top Speed
6 min Duration
Living Heritage

The Heart of Efteling: Sprookjesbos

Wander along shaded forest paths and discover 30 timeless tales brought to life with enchanting animatronics and authentic Anton Pieck designs.

30 Interactive Storybook Pavilions: The Princess and the Pea, Longneck (Langnek), Cinderella, The Dragon, Pinocchio, and more.

Original Anton Pieck Artistry: Nostalgic Dutch illustrations brought to architectural life since 1952.

Danse Macabre
New in Efteling
Anderrijk • Huyverwoud

Danse Macabre & Grand Hotel

Step into the haunted abbey ruins of Huyverwoud on the revolutionary dynamic turntable ride, and witness the monumental Grand Hotel rising at the main entrance.

Winter Efteling
365 Days a Year
Seasonal Atmosphere

Four Enchanting Seasons

Every season clothes the park in wonder: twinkling bonfires and ice skating at Winter Efteling, vibrant spring blooms in the Fairytale Forest, and balmy summer festival evenings open until 22:00.

Fairytale Nights

Discover our hotels and holiday parks

Turn your fairytale day into an unforgettable short break. Park admission is included for every day of your stay.

Efteling Grand Hotel
Hotel rooms

Efteling Grand Hotel

Stay in the heart of Efteling

  • A journey into luxury and refinement
  • Step directly from the hotel into the park
Efteling Wonder Hotel
Hotel rooms

Efteling Wonder Hotel

Set the course for your dreams

  • Sleep in enchanting fairytale-themed suites
  • Stay overnight next to the theme park
Efteling Bosrijk
Holiday homes & rooms

Efteling Bosrijk

Feel at home and unwind

  • Unwind in a wooded natural environment
  • Access to Badhuys indoor swimming pool
Efteling Loonsche Land
Holiday homes & rooms

Efteling Loonsche Land

One with nature

  • Overnight stay among the dunes and heathland
  • Holiday homes, hotel rooms, and treetop lodges

Practical information

Opening hours & crowd calendar

Opening hours & crowd calendar

Check the latest opening hours and crowd forecast for Efteling and plan your visit. Opening hours may change per day and season.

Address and directions

Address and directions

Efteling is located in Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant. Easily accessible by car, public transport, and with 174 EV charging spots.

Visitors with disabilities

Visitors with disabilities

Information about facility passes, wheelchair accessibility, companion cards and quiet spaces to ensure everyone has a magical visit.

Experience even more Efteling

Efteling YouTube

Efteling YouTube

Take a look behind the scenes, enjoy on-ride videos from all the attractions and watch unique park videos.

Efteling music

Efteling music

On Spotify and streaming platforms you can listen to the wonderful soundtracks and fairytales.

Efteling Kids

Efteling Kids

Free games, videos, craft sheets and colouring pictures for the youngest visitors.

About Efteling

Our story

Our story

We would like to enchant you with the story that captivates us every day. Take a moment to read our story.

History

History

From a nature sports park in 1952 to one of the largest theme parks in Europe. Discover the development and heritage of Efteling.

Efteling Blog

Read the latest news, behind-the-scenes stories, and updates from the World of Wonders.

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