Het Meisje met de Zwavelstokjes, Dark ride in Fairy Tale Forest at Efteling, Netherlands.
The indoor ride tells the story of a poor match seller through a sequence of scenes using holograms and recorded narration. The path moves through covered sections and some open-air viewing areas along the way.
The attraction opened in December 2004 as part of the park's fairy tale collection. It was designed by Michel den Dulk and has remained part of the park's lineup since then.
The story draws from a well-known tale about hardship and hope during winter. Visitors experience the emotional journey of a child in difficult circumstances through the presentation.
The attraction sits between two other fairy tale sections and is easy to locate within the park. Access is available from both directions and wait times are typically moderate.
The ride uses reflective foils and holographic technology to create visual illusions of visions. These techniques immerse the visitor in the imagined world of the match girl.
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