Walibi Holland reveals entrance gates for refreshed themed area: 'Toys come to life'
Walibi Holland showed the new entrance gates for Play Ground shortly before the area reopened. Merrie Go'Round sits inside the renewed toy-themed zone alongside rides such as Speed of Sound, Super Swing and Splash Battle, giving the carousel a clearer place in the area's new atmosphere.
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Just before the season began, Walibi Holland revealed how Play Ground would look after its makeover. The former W.A.B. Plaza received two striking entrance gates: colorful figures near the Hall of Fame and a large purple eyelash at the transition from Walibi Play Land. For Merrie Go'Round, the relevance lies mainly in the setting. The carousel was named as one of the attractions in the renewed area, together with Speed of Sound, Super Swing, Splash Battle and Spinning Vibe. The ride was not presented as a stand-alone novelty, but as part of a broader thematic reset. Play Ground now revolves around children's toys coming to life, using brighter colors and recognizable accents along the routes visitors use between the rides. For families and fans, the news shows how Walibi tried to place a classic carousel in a more contemporary area identity. The park also indicated that restaurant Yummy Tummy would open later, so the renewed zone would be completed in stages.