Dutch theme park Efteling has officially revealed the name and details of its highly anticipated new attraction: Ravenring, a rotating flying ride set to open this winter as part of a sweeping overhaul of its Raveleijn themed area.
Situated just outside the walls of Raveleijn, the attraction will allow guests to soar through the air in winged vehicles inspired by the ravens central to the Raveleijn lore.
Ravenring features 18 winged vehicles capable of accommodating 36 riders at a time. The ride allows guests to use an on-board lever to personally decide how steeply their individual vehicle tilts, with smooth movements and interactive tilts designed to create a dynamic, thrilling experience. The ride reaches a maximum height of five meters and a top speed of around 40 kilometers per hour, with each flight lasting approximately 90 seconds. The attraction is open to guests aged four and older who are at least one meter tall, and is also accessible to visitors with disabilities, though a transfer is required.
Adding a personalized twist to the experience, riders will discover after their flight which of five magical elements best matches them: blue for water, red for fire, green for wood, brown for earth, and purple for metal.
Ravenring is just one part of a broader redevelopment of the Raveleijn area. The well-known park show will be completely renewed with a new storyline and impressive show effects, while additional elements will be added to the open-air arena. The food and beverage location will also be expanded and a new souvenir shop added. The new show is being produced in close collaboration with Puy de Fou, the internationally renowned specialist in immersive live entertainment.
Live animals will no longer be part of the experience, and in line with the park’s sustainability vision, more environmentally friendly fire effects will be used. Both Ravenring and the new live show are scheduled to debut concurrently this winter, with Efteling stating that more details regarding the exact opening date will be announced later this year.
Cover image courtesy of Efteling.
