Scattering ashes in Efteling 'happens occasionally', even though it is not allowed
Although scattering ashes is prohibited at the Efteling theme park, visitors occasionally do so in secret at locations like the Fairy Tale Forest. Park management consistently denies requests for these memorials, and staff members are tasked with cleaning up any discovered remains at the end of each day.
A former employee of the Efteling theme park recently revealed that visitors occasionally scatter the ashes of deceased loved ones within the park, despite strict prohibitions against the practice. According to staff, these ashes are typically discovered and removed by cleaners at the end of the day using vacuums, after which the remains are disposed of with regular waste. This harsh reality contradicts the sentimental intentions of families who hope their loved ones will rest in a cherished location.
Efteling spokespeople confirm they frequently receive requests for memorial scattering but always deny them to maintain a carefree environment for visitors. Because the park is cleaned daily and lacks designated memorial areas, such acts are considered inappropriate. While staff attempt to intervene if they catch individuals in the act, enforcement is difficult due to the secretive nature of the behavior. Some areas, like the Fairy Tale Forest, are allegedly targeted more often due to a perceived lack of supervision.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
