Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #5 in Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands
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2.6 km
34 m
Experience Kaatsheuvel in Netherlands in a whole new way with our free self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in KaatsheuvelSight 1: Kabouterdorp
The Gnome Village is part of the Fairytale Forest in Efteling. The Gnome Village consists of a number of village houses in the shape of mushrooms where the daily life of the gnomes is depicted. It was opened at the same time as the amusement park itself on May 31, 1952 and was expanded in 1972, 1974 and 1980. The village was largely designed by Anton Pieck. The later designs of the extensions are based on designs by Ton van de Ven and Henny Knoet. The gnome village is the second fairy tale on the route in the Fairytale Forest and is located between Sleeping Beauty and Long Neck.
Sight 2: Diorama
The Diorama is a miniature world in Efteling amusement park in the Netherlands. The highly detailed mountainous world, or Diorama, was designed by Anton Pieck and opened in 1971, in honour of the 20th birthday of Efteling.
Sight 3: Gondoletta
Gondoletta is a water ride in amusement park Efteling in the Netherlands. It was developed by Intamin ; designed by Ton van de Ven and started operating in 1981.
Sight 4: Pagode
Pagoda is an unobtrusive variation of an observation tower in the Efteling amusement park in the Netherlands. It was designed by Ton van de Ven and started operating in 1987.
Sight 5: Wensbron
The Wishing Source is a small attraction in the Dutch theme park Efteling. In the center of the Wishing Well is a bronze-colored statue of a large fish. The small attraction was opened on May 21, 1985 by Princess Juliana and Anton Pieck.
Sight 6: Kinderspoor
The Children’s Railway is a pedal train attraction in the Efteling amusement park.
Sight 7: Halve Maen
Halve Maen is a Pirate Ship ride at Efteling theme park in the Netherlands. Designed by Ton van de Ven and manufactured by Intamin, it opened its doors in 1982.
Sight 8: De Oude Tufferbaan
Tin Lizzies is a car ride in the amusement park Efteling in the Netherlands. The attraction was designed by Joop Geesink and built by Mack Rides, and started operating in 1984.
Sight 9: Python
Python is a double-loop corkscrew roller coaster in the Efteling amusement park in the Netherlands. It opened as the largest steel roller coaster on the European mainland.
Sight 10: Joris en de Draak
Joris en de Draak is a wooden racing coaster in the theme park Efteling, based on the legend of Saint George.
Sight 11: De Vliegende Hollander
De Vliegende Hollander is a combination water coaster and dark ride at the Efteling amusement park in the Netherlands. The ride is based on the legend of Dutch man of war, the Flying Dutchman.
Sight 12: Baron 1898
Baron 1898 is a Dive Coaster produced by the Swiss manufacturer Bolliger & Mabillard located in the Efteling in Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands. It opened on July 1, 2015. The coaster's soundtrack was created by the Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra.
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