Efteling Tickets

Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands
Choose between standard entry tickets or annual passes to enjoy unlimited access to Efteling theme park. 
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Your Efteling Theme Park Ticket Options Explained

Choose the Efteling Theme Park experience that suits you best from an array of ticket options.

Standard Entry Tickets

With these tickets, you gain unlimited access to all rides and attractions at Efteling Theme Park. Select the date and time of your choice to gain a hassle-free experience. Children aged 0-3 enter for free but still need a timeslot reservation. While booking online guests will be categorised into the following ticket types based on the date and time slot selected:  

  • Giant Ticket
  • Dragon Ticket
  • Fairy Ticket
  • Fakir Ticket 
    For a hassle-free experience, visitors will also have the option to add parking ticket along with their entry vouchers online.

Efteling Annual pass

With your Annual Pass, you can visit the theme park all-year-around. Gain unlimited access to rides and attractions along with the discounted price for overnight stays, shows, events, food & drinks and other exclusive benefits! Children aged 0-3 enter for free.

What is the best to way buy tickets?

In light of the current COVID-19 situation, the best way to purchase your tickets to Efteling Theme Park is to book them online. This way you can reserve your slot for the date of your choice and also acquire the latest offers found across various websites. To visit Efteling you need a valid entrance ticket as well as a time slot reservation.

Know Before You Visit

If you are planning to visit Efteling Theme Park, it is good to be well prepared. Here are some handy tips to keep in mind.

Efteling Theme Park is open daily from:

  • Mon to Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM
  • Sat & Sun: 10 AM - 7 PM

Best time to visit:

  • Efteling gets a lot of visitors throughout the year. If you want to visit when the park is relatively free of the crowd, your best bet is the offseason during February, March, September, and October. However, if you want to see the park at its best, visit during the holidays in December when Efteling becomes a winter wonderland complete with its very own ice skating rink.

Address: Europalaan 1, 5171 KW Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands
Parking: Efteling has plenty of parking spaces for cars and touring vehicles. A regular parking spot costs €12,50. Efteling Hotel and Holiday Villages Efteling Bosrijk and Efteling Loonsche Land guests can park for free in the respective central car parks.
Getting There:

  • Train + Bus: From Amsterdam take the train to ‘s-Hertogenbosch, bus lines that go from there to Efteling are lines 300, 301, 136 and 800. Get off at the Efteling bus stop. It is a 1-minute walk from the bus stop to the theme park.
  • Car: Continue to travel in the direction of Utrecht (A2). To get to 's-Hertogenbosch, take E25. Take the Waalwijk (A59) exit, then the Waalwijk/Kaatsheuvel exit (N261). Follow the 'Efteling' signposts. 
  • Masks must be worn at all indoor locations, covered queues, and boarding areas.
  • Maintaining a social distance of 1.5 meters with other visitors is recommended within park premises.
  • In the queues, visitors must stay within the white zones and leave the red zone for social distancing.
  • Seats are pre-allocated in rides to ensure the safety of the visitors.
  • Contactless payment is preferred over cash. 
  • A specific number of people are allowed within shops at a time.
  • Shopping baskets are mandatory during shopping.
  • To limit direct contact visitors are requested to not touch the products they don’t intend to purchase.
  • Multiple first aid posts are available inside the park. Doctors and ambulances are also available on call in case of a medical emergency.
  • The Efteling has the Leedhuys lactation room for infants. A baby changing room is also available separately inside the park.
  • Kennell facility at the park entrance is available for the visitors who bring their pets to the park.
  • WiFi facility has been provided with certain attractions to improve the virtual experience of the visitors.
  • Large baggage lockers have been made available for guests who may have a lot of luggage with them.
  • Smoking zones are available within the park premises with signposts to aid the visitors.
  • Drinking fountains can be found in most of the restrooms and are available at various points across the park.
  • Wheelchair rental is possible at Efteling Theme Park. 
  • Restrooms at Efteling Theme Park are wheelchair accessible.
  • Restaurants and shops at Efteling Theme Park have also been made accessible by wheelchair.
  • Guide and therapy animals are allowed within park premises.
  • Care room and relaxation rooms are present within Efteling Theme Park premises.
  • Most rides at Efteling Theme Park can be accessed by wheelchair through the main entrance. The other rides like Carnival Festival and Fata Morgana have separate entrances for differently-abled individuals.
  • Valid entry tickets are required to gain entry to Efteling.
  • Possession of weapons or using loose items such as phones and selfie sticks in a dangerous manner is prohibited.
  • Being under the influence of alcohol is prohibited within park premises.
  • Animals other than the ones required for assistance are not allowed beyond the kennel.
  • Only assistive vehicles are allowed beyond entry.
  • You can be refused entry to the park if you dress indecently or disguise yourself as a park employee.
  • Smoking is permitted only in designated areas of the park.
  • Recording, researching, advertising, and collection of information on Efteling premises are allowed.

The following tips will come in handy if you are thinking of visiting Efteling Theme Park:

  • Download the free Efteling app if you want to receive the latest updates about the rides and attractions including, the current wait times.
  • Read the park map carefully to know about accessibility-related information about the various attractions.
  • Consider hiring carts so your kids can take a break from walking.
  • Use the steam train to travel from one zone to another since the park is spread across a fairly large area.
  • Carry your own food and drinks. You can use the picnic areas of the park to relax with your family and friends. 
  • If you are staying at one of the Efteling Group Accommodations, you will have unrestricted access to all areas of the park.
  • Bring adequate wether protection with yourself since most of the attractions at Efteling are outdoors.

There are a total of 16 eateries within Efteling. Here is all you need to know about the eateries.

  • Frau Boltes Küche: This eatery provides quick fixes to your hunger pangs like french fries, fried chicken, and other snacks.
  • Fabula Restaurant: Here, you can enjoy a variety of dishes from all over the world while looking for park souvenirs to bring home.
  • Polles Keuken: You simply cannot miss out on this premium pancake house within the Royal Kitchen of Symbolica.
  • Pinokkio’s Pizza & Pasta Restaurant: This Italian eatery transports you to a central Italian setting as you gorge on signature pizzas and pasta.
  • De Gulden Gaarde: This is a self-service restaurant that offers the most refreshing and healthy smoothies, salads, and drinks.
  • Toko Pagode: If it is oriental food that you are craving, this the place to go. Toko Pagode is known for its noodles and fried rice among other Eastern favourites.

If you want to experience Efteling like an insider, availing of one of the accommodations on offer is your best bet.

  • Hotels & Holiday Villages at Efteling Theme Park: You can have an unforgettable experience at the Netherlands’s largest theme park with its Hotels and Holiday Villages. Stay at the Efteling Hotel, the Efteling Loonsche Land Hotel, the Holiday Village Efteling Bosrijk, or the Holiday Village Efteling Loonsche Land, all of which are within walking distance of the park.
  • Group Accommodation: Spend the night at Efteling in group accommodation and create memories together. You will have unrestricted access to the theme park during your stay. Efteling offers comfortable or trendy holiday homes for groups of 8, 12, or 24 people. You can reserve a stay for up to 12 people online. Woodland Houses, Village Houses, and Farmhouses are a few to be named. 

Efteling Theme Park has many shopping outlets that are filled with unique souvenirs. Here are the top places for you to shop at the park.

  • Efteldingen: The largest souvenir shop in the park where you can buy all kinds of souvenirs.
  • Spiegeltje, Spiegeltje: If you need some clothes to spruce up your wardrobe, this is the place to be.
  • In den Ouden Marskramer: This outlet has numerous fairy tale items include some very interesting Sprookjesboom tokens.
  • Jokies Wereld: Jokie and Jet merchandise call this shop it's home. If you loved the attraction, you would want to visit this place.
  • Symbolica: This shop that is connected to the attraction of the same name, has some of the most enchanting goodies. 
  • Fabula: From keyrings to fancy tableware, Fabula has it all.
  • De Bazaar: This shop offers the middle-eastern themed mementoes at Efteling.
  • De Gulden Gaarde: This outlet is connected to an eatery and Droomvlucht. It offers goodies like elves and dresses.

Frequently Asked Questions About Efteling

What is Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling Theme Park is The Netherlands’ largest amusement park and among the world’s oldest. The park has numerous attractions that are inspired by fairy tales and fantasy themes.

Is Efteling Theme Park open post-COVID-19?

Efteling Theme Park will open on March 31, 2021, post-COVID-19.

Is it safe to visit Efteling Theme Park post-COVID-19? 

Efteling Theme Park has come up with extensive safety measures to make the theme park safe for visitors. These include mandatory temperature checks at all times, usage of signs and floors markers to follow social distancing protocol, rigorous cleaning regulations and more.

Where is Efteling Theme Park located?

A.Efteling is located at Europalaan 1, 5171 KW Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands.

What are Efteling Theme Park opening hours?

Efteling Theme Park is open daily from: 

What’s the best time to visit Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling Theme Park gets a lot of visitors throughout the year. If you want to visit when the park is relatively free of the crowd, your best bet is the offseason during February, March, September, and October. However, if you want to see the park at its best, visit during the holidays in December when Efteling becomes a winter wonderland complete with its very own ice skating rink.

How big is Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling is spread across a land area of 180 acres, which is bigger than 180 football fields put together.

How much time do you need at the Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling theme park is quite large and has numerous attractions. It could take up to 6 hours to cover the entire park.

What is unique about Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling Theme Park is one of a kind due to its themed zones that consist of rides and attractions appealing to kids and adults alike. The park also has a few convenient facilities like kennels and picnic areas.

Is there any dress code inside Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling Theme Park does not have a prescribed dress code. However, you can be refused entry to the park if you dress indecently or disguise yourself as a park employee.

Is outside food allowed in Efteling Theme Park? 

Yes, Efteling Theme Park allows food and drinks from the outside.

Where can I eat at Efteling Theme Park?

If you bring your own food, you can eat at one of the many picnic areas in the park. Efteling Theme Park also has several restaurants and eateries to choose from.

What type of restaurants does Efteling Theme Park?

Efteling Theme Park has dine-in restaurants as well as takeaway counters offering fast food, beverages, and multicuisine palate.

Are strollers and wheelchairs available inside Efteling Theme Park?

Wheelchair rental is available inside Efteling Theme Park. Strollers, however, cannot be rented.

Are lockers available inside Efteling Theme Park?

Yes, lockers are available inside Efteling Theme Park.

Is there a baby room inside Efteling Theme Park?

Yes, baby lactation rooms and changing stations are available at Efteling Theme Park.

Are there any parking facilities inside Efteling Theme Park?

Yes, paid parking is available at Efteling Theme Park.

Can children enter Efteling Theme Park alone?

No, children have to be accompanied by adults at Efteling Theme park.

Can I get First Aid at Efteling Theme Park?

Yes, first aid is available at Efteling Theme Park.

How do I contact Efteling Theme Park?

You can reach Efteling Theme Park by calling +31 416 - 537 777 or by sending an email to info@efteling.com.