Danse Macabre On Ride POV - Efteling - Amazing NEW Dark Ride!

Take a ride on Danse Macabre, the amazing NEW dark ride at Efteling in The Netherlands! Danse Macabre is the first ever Dynamic Motion Stage from Intamin and features spectacular theming and immersive storytelling throughout the entire experience.

[KireDale]

For extra context, “Danse Macabre” by Camille Saint-Saëns was the soundtrack to Spookslot, Efteling’s iconic walkthrough haunted house show that stood at this new ride’s location from 1978 until it was demolished in 2022. For many Dutch people, the original ride and the musical piece were fully interlinked, so when it was first anounced that Spookslot would be torn down, people were very disappointed and sad. When its replacement turned out to be fully themed and based on the symphony, with the ride feeling almost like the next-level evolution of Spookslot’s experience, people got excited again. Wonderful to see that Danse Macabre seems to be a worthy successor.

[CatsnCoasters]

The synergy of soundtrack, lighting, meticulous theming, and genuinely inventive ride hardware here is precisely what elevates a dark ride from mere attraction to immersive art. I’d wager the camera probably fails to entirely capture the full grandeur. Splendid work. 👌👏👏

[timsel]

Experienced it today in real live and honestly, despite you filming at the best as you could, it doesn't capture the magic of being *in* there. The sound design (especially with the monster in the darkness at the beginning) is amazing, the ride system itself is just pure fun, and despite not being *scary* it does have a eerie atmosphere (in a good way). I'm a big time Efteling lover and this ride is a fantastic addition to this wonderful park + even tho Spookslot (the original attraction on this location) has a place in my heart, this definitely is a worthy successor.

[GarryWilliams]

It looks like everything I was expecting from the best park in the world. I can't wait to experience it next year

[ThrillsandForces]

This looks incredible! Efteling always smash it out of the park with their dark rides.

[PatrickStaal]

Rode this on Saturday in a sneak preview. This is completely different experience. They've tweaked a lot in a few days.
Looks AMAZING now.

[hpotter]

Bravo! Bravo for Efteling for surrounding people in a classic music piece, creating a crazy detailed setting, and making a ride for everybody.

[neilcarter]

Went on this for the first time at the weekend. Thought it was an absolute work of art. Everything together just made it my fav ride at Efteling and one of the best rides I’ve ever been on. Phenomenal.

[maxickingdom]

Dang, this looks awesome and love the use of many animatronics in this dark, gorgeous abbey! Projection mapping is used just right here! I went to Efteling for my first time last year when this was still a steel structure. I guess my only lament is that, just judging from the video, you can see the conductor really well but you can't see the other animatronics as easily. But I'm sure that video doesn't do this ride much justice! Efteling always knocks it out of the park, and it's very intriguing to me that what would normally be a flat ride is completely enclosed with elaborate theming and complete show scenes. Well done, Efteling!!

[timheye]

Spookslot was the first Efteling attraction I experienced in de Efteling as a kid in 1993 and it scared the hell as a kid just by looking to the show. But here it seems like you're in the middle of it. Thank you for going to the Netherlands to show us that.

[eclaireurspatial]

Goosebumps. Will be on the lookout for your full review. Splendid work posting the POV this quick

[jarmoliebrand]

What I love about my home park here is how they don’t do horror. Danse Macabre and Spookslot before it are meant to be scary, but not jumpscary. Efteling’s style of scary has a certain charm and elegance to it which I can’t help but appreciate.

[eelsie]

Love the combination of 2 parts of being classical music and theme parks! I’ve performed Danse Macabre twice with orchestra and it’s amazing to see it work so well with a ride!

[Madster_NL]

After 20+ rides I can definitely say this is the best ride at the Efteling. This is world class. I'ts truly amazing what they've accomplished, so good!

[danjon]

So the beginning I was like "ok this is fine." But then it escalated and now I see why people go on about Efteling. I think a flight there is needed.

[GoudLoodje]

Rode this today, worth every minute of waiting! It’s insane

[ExpressThrills_]

Honestly one of my top bucket list attractions in the world! The way the ride builds and gets more grand and louder and exiting as you go is just magical. Plus it’s barely even like a ride, it’s like watching a live show with amazing music, a grand scale, and incredible animatronics! And the way your vehicle speeds up and matches the tone of the music. And how the conductors animatronic has almost a 4:00 MINUTE CYCLE! Plus the music itself is just so good. Last, this looks like such a unique ride, and genuinely thrilling, like stomach dropping sensations every now and then.
This ride just impresses me to another level, plus it’s at a park I’ve dreamed about going too for years!

[ladyblabla]

The theming in this park is just on another level.

[michaelal]

Oh wow! Before I even give thoughts on the ride which looks amazing, as a classical music nerd who is a huge fan of this piece composed by Camille Saint-Saens, I was low key hoping this was the music that was chosen when you said the name of the ride previously. What a very thoughtful edit for time by the creative team at the park to manage to make the cuts seamless whilst still keeping the most climactic parts of it. I’d be very thrilled to have this at a stateside park.

Ride system looks interesting, the set up reminds me of a mad house but the vehicle is a very interesting flat with the spinning gondolas. So grateful for the content as always, I just had to comment on this one.❤ Glad to see Charlotte made the trip, sending best wishes to you both.

[markustube]

What a masterpiece! Beautifully done, and a perfect use of this innovative ride system. Truly a world-class attraction.