Everything About the Albert Heijn Efteling Savings Promotion
The partnership between Albert Heijn and Efteling has been a household name in the Netherlands for years. Every year millions of families look forward to the start of the savings promotion, knowing it's one of the best ways to visit Efteling affordably.
History of the Promotion
The Albert Heijn Efteling promotion has existed for more than ten years and has grown into one of the most successful supermarket promotions in the Netherlands. Every year hundreds of thousands of households participate, which has turned the promotion into a real phenomenon.
How Much Discount Can You Get?
The exact discount percentages vary each year, but typically you can save up to 50% compared to the regular ticket price. With an average ticket price of €45-50, this means savings of €20-25 per person. For a family of four this can easily save €80-100!
The discount usually works in tiers: the more stamps you hand in, the higher the discount. For example, a half-full card gives 25% discount, while a full card yields 50%. Some years there are also deals with multiple cards for even more value.
Digital or Physical Saving?
Albert Heijn nowadays often offers the choice between physical stamp cards and digital saving via the Bonus Card app. Digital saving is convenient because you can't lose the cards, but some people prefer the tangible feeling of a full savings card.
Alternative Discount Options
If the AH promotion isn't running or you haven't been able to save enough stamps, there are other ways to get discounts:
- Early booking via the Efteling website (quiet days = lower prices)
- CJP discount for young people
- Group discounts from 20 people
- ANWB member benefits
- Online ticket providers with deals
Common Mistakes
Watch out for these pitfalls with the AH Efteling promotion:
- Starting too late: The promotion only runs for a few weeks, start on time
- Forgetting to reserve: Even with discount tickets you need to make a reservation
- Not checking validity: Tickets have an expiry date
- Not comparing: Sometimes other discounts are just as good