Efteling, a World of Wonders. A forest full of fairytales, thrilling roller coasters, breathtaking rides and attractions for the whole family, and spectacular live entertainment: a World of Wonders you can enjoy 365 days a year! Efteling is a unique theme park set in beautiful natural surroundings. The Netherlands' Largest Theme Park. What began in 1952 as a Fairytale Forest featuring ten fairytale scenes and a playground has evolved over more than seventy years to become one of the world's top theme parks. With more than 5 million visitors each year, Efteling is one of Europe's premier theme parks. It's also the largest theme park in the Netherlands. Dozens of rides and attractions and a host of spectacular live shows. Efteling is fun for the whole family, offering a day of unforgettable entertainment for young and old. Every thrilling ride, magical attraction and spectacular live show is included in the admission price, with free entry for children aged three and under! Open 365 Days a Year. Efteling is located in the south of the Netherlands, just 75 minutes from Amsterdam. The theme park is open 365 days a year, so you can experience the World of Wonders in every season. Join us in the spring to see the colourful flowers blooming in the sunshine as you enjoy all our rides and attractions. Take advantage of extra-long opening hours in the summer and cool off on our many water rides. After summer, Efteling becomes a bewitching world filled with beautiful autumnal colours and scents. And as the year draws to a close, the park is transformed for Winter Efteling, an enchanting white winter world of twinkling lights, ice-skating fun, tasty treats, and warm bonfires.