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Park Info & Practical Guide

Everything you need for a smooth visit: opening hours, route & parking, wheelchair accessibility, guest care, and visitor regulations.

Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands 51.6499Β° N, 5.0499Β° E

Opening Hours

Regular Days: 10:00 - 18:00
Summer Festival Days: 10:00 - 22:00
Winter Efteling: 11:00 - 18:00 (Weekends until 19:00)
Resort Early Access: 09:30 (30 minutes prior to regular entry)

Route & EV Parking

By Car: Navigate to Europalaan 1, 5171 KW Kaatsheuvel. Follow the A27 or A59 towards Waalwijk/Kaatsheuvel.

Public Transport: Direct high-frequency express buses run from Tilburg Station (Bus 300/301) and 's-Hertogenbosch Station.

EV Charging: Over 100 fast electric vehicle charging bays available in the main parking lot.

Disability & Care Pass

Facility Pass (Faciliteitenkaart): Available online or at Guest Services for guests who cannot wait in standard queues.

Wheelchair Rental: Free reservation available at the main wardrobe deposit.

Sensory Calm Zones: Quiet retreat pavilions located in Marerijk and near Loonsche Land.

Guest Relations

Have a Question for the Wardens of Wonder?

Our team in Kaatsheuvel responds within 24 hours.

Guest Trust & Standards

Park Policies & Visitor Regulations

Privacy Policy & Data Protection

Efteling B.V. respects your privacy in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Online ticket orders and stay reservations process only the personal details necessary to deliver digital turnstile passes and booking confirmations.

Park Regulations

Admission is granted with a valid digital or printed turnstile pass. Smoking and vaping are permitted exclusively in designated zones outside of attraction queues and the Fairytale Forest. Pets are not admitted, with the exception of certified guide dogs.

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Safety & Ride Standards

All 34 attractions are inspected daily and certified by TÜV Rheinland Netherlands under European amusement ride standard EN 13814. Height and safety restraints are strictly monitored at each station for your protection.