Efteling announces opening date for Raveleijn themed area and shares new images
Raveleijn will reopen its gates on 1 December. Today, Efteling shares the first sketches of the revamped themed area, a teaser video and more about the story behind the new show.
KAATSHEUVEL, Tuesday, 1 September 2026 – Just three more months to go before Efteling reopens the gates of Raveleijn after being closed for almost a year. From 1 December, visitors can discover the completely renovated city and watch the brand-new park show Raveleijn: Battle for the City, packed with spectacular stunts. The revamped themed area will feature updated food and beverage facilities, a new souvenir shop and the Ravenring attraction. Details of the reopening celebration will be shared by Efteling at a later date.
Those eager to see what the area will look like will not have to wait another three months. Alongside the opening date, Efteling is also revealing four sketches of the revamped themed area today, together with a teaser video offering a glimpse of the atmosphere and the story of the new show.
Since its opening in 2011, Raveleijn has grown into one of Efteling’s best-known stories: the story of five ordinary children who pass through a secret gate, transform into brave riders and must defend the city against evil. More than fifteen years after its opening, Raveleijn is awakening once again.
€20 million investment
Director of Product, Marketing & Image Koen Sanders: “The sets have been extensively revamped and Raveleijn is getting a brand-new show packed with spectacular stunts, created in collaboration with the French theme park Puy du Fou. At the heart of the story: when evil arises, the heroes of Raveleijn join forces. The total investment in the renewal of Raveleijn amounts to €20 million: €10 million for the new show, €5 million for the area’s renovation, and €5 million for the new Ravenring attraction.”
The story of the new show
Raveleijn - Battle for the City. Ten years after the victory over the dragon Draconicon and villain Olaf Grafhart, peace reigns in Raveleijn. On the day of Thomas and Samira’s wedding, a dark force awakens and disrupts the celebrations. As the statue of Countess Halina, protector of Raveleijn, watches over the square, the battle for the city erupts. Who will emerge victoriously? Visitors will find out from 1 December.
New attraction: Ravenring
Outside the city walls lies the encampment with the new attraction Ravenring. To protect the future of the city of Raveleijn, new heroes are always needed. In this whirling flight ritual, their courage is put to the test. This is how guests discover which of the five magical elements suits them best. Visitors take their seats in one of the 18 winged vehicles, inspired by the Raveleijn ravens. Each flight accommodates 36 visitors. It is a completely new attraction, developed by the Dutch ride manufacturer Vekoma.
Revamped food and beverage offering: De Verslaeghen Draek Inn
Where Heroes and Travellers come together
Located on the square, De Verslaeghen Draek Inn serves breakfast, lunch and delicious dinners throughout the day. The menu is inspired by recipes and ingredients brought back by travellers from around the world. Visitors can even order a slice of Thomas and Samira’s wedding cake.
New shop: In den Ravenkorf
In the new shop In den Ravenkorf, visitors will find dressing-up costumes, toys and other Raveleijn products. At the heart of the shop is a large raven’s nest, with many more ravens hidden among the wooden beams. Visitors can also have their photo taken with the heroes of Raveleijn.