De Efteling Travel Guide

 
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Pro

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 all day attractions 


Con

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 Cueing for the attractions 


In a nutshell

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 Great for young, old and everyone in between 

 

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Things to Do  

Joris & the dragon

Joris & the dragon, De Efteling

 Twan Says:  Who thought the inevitable replacement of the Pegasus still take some would wait is wrong: on 1 July opened the new wooden racing coaster George and the Dragon, a roller coaster with two trains, Water and Fire, the same time against each other on two tracks of 810 meters. If... 

Birdrock

Birdrock, De Efteling

 Twan Says:  The attraction opened in 1998 and is now 15 years old. The theme comes from the story of Sinbad The Sailor. This theme is well reflected in the queue and the ride itself. The 650 meter long and 65 km / h fast roller coaster is completely covered and in absolute darkness when... 

Aquanura

Aquanura, De Efteling

 Twan Says:  Aquanura become the new anniversary attraction of the Efteling. This fountain show is based on similar shows like those found in Las Vegas and Dubai. The company WET Design, which is responsible for these installations will also command the Efteling. Aquanura will take place... 

Raveleijn

Raveleijn, De Efteling

 JuliaMac Says:  Spectacular park show. Very interesting and nice show, you can see it in restaurant too ... Het Wapen van Raveleijn. Then in shop you can buy book about this story but only in Holland language. On my page you can see video of this show. 

Alternative Realm

Alternative Realm, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  On this realm you may enjoy Fata Morgana - a boat trip through the mysterious Tales of One Thousand and One Nights, you can step into one of the boats and get rowing on the Boating Lake, you know Panda Droom with its 3D film or ride a bob. 

Travel Realm

Travel Realm, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  The Gondoletta will offer you a short relaxing boat trip and also the oportunity to admire the beauty of the park, Monsieur Cannibale will spin you around, Carnaval Festival will show you dolls from different countries in their national dress, Vogelrock will offer a ride on... 

Fairy Tale Forest

Fairy Tale Forest, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  You'll have to go there with your kids.. it is lovely.I will only atach here some photos, hoping that you'll recognise the fairy tales...Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Hansel and Gretel, The dancing shoes, Tom Thumb, Rapunzel and and many other characters are waiting there... 

Adventure Realm

Adventure Realm, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  They are not all but, those photos will give you an idea about what happened there.I hope you'll enjoy the pictures. For full detailes follow the link bellow:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efteling#Divisions 

Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  On 1 April 2007 this new long awaited attraction opened at De Efteling & I suspect I am the first vt'er to take the voyage.Captain Willem van der Decken sailed out of the harbour against the rules and never returned. His ship was cursed to sail the seven seas forever, will... 

Fairy-Tale Forest

Fairy-Tale Forest, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  In between the tall trees you'll discover the characters from your favourite fairy tales and perhaps discover a few new ones.Be careful the witch doesn't see you at her sweet house where Hansel & Gretel visited.Dodge past the short tempered fire breathing dragon.Rupunzel... 

Pirana

Pirana, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  This ride was really fun but you do get very wet if you are not careful, mind you even if you are someone is bound to get wet trousers (any which way). There are 6 persons to a raft and you travel towards waterfalls & through rapids. Watch out for non waterproof cameras!! 

Restaurants  

De Kombuys + others: Various Eating places

De Kombuys + others: Various Eating places, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  You can find food stalls all over De Efteling serving a variety of foodsFairy Realm hot meals, rolls, french fries & traditional dutch style tiny pancakes "poffertjes) Adventure Realm burgers, pizzas, hotdogs, candy floss Alternative Realm Mexican speacialties & more Travel... 

Transportation  

How to go to the park

How to go to the park, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  We have traveled by airplane to Amsterdam, then from Schipol to Hertogenbosh by train and from the train station to the hotel by bus - no137.We recommend you to choose bus no.300, as faster than 137. We have spent about 45 minutes in the 137 :(The bus station was at about... 

Hire a push cart for the children

Hire a push cart for the children, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  Ideal for younger children, walking around the park is exhausting so this will save you from having to carry your tired child around the park.It costs Euro 3 although some dishonest person pinched our trolley but on the whole it should be safe leaving it outside the... 

Shopping  

various: De Efteling mascot

various: De Efteling mascot, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  You can purchase the mascot in all the shops, Pardoes is the magical jester of De Efteling.Also you can buy souvenirs from some of the rides like Fata Morgana.All the rides do the obligatory photo's of you screaming on the attarctions but there is no pressure to buy them.A... 

Local Customs  

Holle Bolle Gijs

Holle Bolle Gijs, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  You will notice that De Efteling is very clean and one of the reasons is these men aka "Big Mouth" they call the children to throw rubbish into their mouth, it makes it like a gameYou'll hear them shouting "Papier hier, Papier hier" Danku wel - when someone throws a piece in... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Height restrictions
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Most of the attractions have no height restrictions and sutable for all ages
The height restriction for these rides is 1.2m and it is strictly enforced for safety reasons so no trying to sneak your small child through then argue :Python, Flying Dutchman & Bird Rok

There is no height restriction for these attractions though Pegasus, Half Moon Pirate ship & Bobsleigh

Updated Apr 26, 2007

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What to Pack  

Bring some food with you...
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Luggage and bags: If you don't like the "fast food", it might be a good idea to bring your food with you.
And more than this you'll save in this way a lot of time.

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Be ready for a rain... you are in Holland.

Photo Equipment: At least a camera.. you'll be amazed what you can do with it in Efteling :)

Written May 19, 2010

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Favorites  

Pardoes-The Mascot of De Efteling

Pardoes-The Mascot of De Efteling, De Efteling

 adema29 Says:  I was trying to find the history of this mascot but... nothing yet. I would appreciate if you'll share with me the information you have, if you have anything.But, what I can say is that "HE" is very well designed and coloured... Don't forget about his pair ... Pardijn 

Visitor information

Visitor information, De Efteling

 jo104 Says:  The park opens at 10am - 6pm everyday but during the summer busy period 9 July - 26 Aug it is open until midnight with illuminations for a special nightime visitPrices are as follows for 1 April - 28 Oct but increasing for busy period (9 July - 26 Aug)under 4 = freeadults &... 

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