According to insiders to Looopings, Efteling is looking to end the Raveleijn stunt show as early as January 2025 (their contract with Puy du Fou was supposed to last until 2026). The plan is to do away with the arena and turn it into a new themed area featuring shops, restaurants, and a walkthrough attraction that tells the story of Raveleijn in a more interactive way, still featuring live performers contracted by Puy du Fou. Apparently it's in response to growing criticism over the use of animals during the show, leading Efteling to want to move away from the format. The new area and walkthrough attraction would be the big novelty of the 2026 season.
Paardenshow Raveleijn in de Efteling loopt binnenkort ten einde. Het Kaatsheuvelse attractiepark werkt achter de schermen aan een plan om de bekende...
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Meanwhile, the Grand Hotel has risen multiple floors while the surrounding area is seeing remodelling. It's all coming along at a rapid pace.