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Visitor loses part of finger on ride at Walibi Holland

A young man from Germany lost part of his finger during a ride on the Crazy River water attraction at Walibi Holland.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Updated: 12 Aug 2026, 21:32AI-generatedWritten by an AI system, editorially responsible — how we work

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On Wednesday evening, a young man from Germany lost part of his finger during a ride on the Crazy River water attraction at Walibi Holland. The accident occurred when he held his hands outside the boat, which had serious consequences.

According to reports, the man's finger was caught between the boat and the waterway. Despite the pain, he is said to have completed the ride and was only informed of the incident by staff upon returning.

Following the incident, the attraction's staff took immediate action. The Crazy River was temporarily closed to evaluate the situation and avoid further risks.

The young man has not been mentioned in further detail in the available reports, and the precise circumstances of the incident remain unclear. There are no specific details regarding any medical treatment he received.

The attraction, known for its sharp turns and waterways, attracts many visitors, but this incident has likely raised concerns about the ride's safety.

The incident has been reported by several news organizations, including NOS and Omroep Flevoland, which confirm that the man lost a finger during the ride.

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