EFTELING is welcoming a new free-fall attraction.
A thrilling ride is set to open next summer at the theme park in the Netherlands that has been dubbed the ‘European ‘.
announced a new ride will open next summer with construction set to begin in the next few months.
Koen Sanders, Director of Product, Marketing & Imagery said: “This new family attraction seamlessly complements the area around Baron 1898. It is deliberately smaller in scale and as a result, adds to the capacity and attraction offer for a wider audience.
“Matching our area vision, the atmosphere and theme is similar to Baron 1898 to fully immerse our guests in the story of the Baron and the Wailing Women.”;
is the park's current dive coaster which plunges riders down a 37.5 metre free fall into the mine shaft.
It has a speed of 55 mph and is considered one of the scariest rides at the park.
Efteling first opened in 1952, the park is set over 180 acres.
The attractions reflect elements from ancient myths and legends, fairy tales, fables, and folklore.
Efteling is one of the oldest in , and has been considered a Disney equivalent by visitors.
One said: “If you are travelling to the , we highly encourage visiting Efteling. I prefer it now to Disney because of the variety it offers.”
Another described it as a “European twist” on .
A third review read: “This place is absolutely magical! The child stories from the Dutch and European culture was so fun and enlightening. I was amazed the entire time. Highly recommend anyone to go who has the chance to visit The .”
The theme park is home to the world's largest swinging ship, a monorail, and an 100-year-oldsteamcarousel.
Anyone over the age of four will need a day ticket forwhich costs between €38 (£32.65) to €53 (£45.54)
Kids under three go free, with discounts for school trips and larger groups.
For Brits getting to the park, one of the easiest ways it to hop on the at St Pancras, and then drive an hour from .
Otherwise flights to are around £26 with, with the park around 30 minutes by car.
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