Something big is being constructed at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris, and months of waiting are over; everyone now has the complete picture. The World of Frozen opens its doors on March 29, 2026 - and it is not a ride that is casually placed in a corner of the park. It is a complete immersion land, created around the kingdom of Arendelle, with its own show, its own restaurants, its own characters, and its own cause to organise a whole trip around it.
When Does It Open and Where Will It Be?
Opening Day: March 29, 2026
The World of Frozen is planned to open in the Disney Adventure World on March 29, 2026. The park at Disneyland Paris that also contains the Worlds of Pixar and the Marvel universe is Disney Adventure World, and Frozen World will be no exception, becoming an independent, full-immersive land.
To enter on foot, you do not have to purchase an extra pass or add-on. However, there can be special accessibility within the initial few weeks of opening - it is worth keeping an eye on the official Disneyland Paris website nearer to March when information is being confirmed regarding the launch period.
Worth noting: The "World of Frozen" and "Frozen World" refer to the same land — both names are used interchangeably in official communications. Don't let that trip you up when searching for information.
What You'll Find Inside Arendelle
Entering the World of Frozen is supposed to be a direct entry to Arendelle. The design is not merely themed decoration; the entire land is constructed to get you into the world of the films, rather than simply make you remember that they exist. It refers to architecture, ambience and details that stand out when you take a closer examination.
The main photo spot venue will be the Chateau d'Arendelle, which is the flagship landmark of the land and is already being marked as the must-visit photo venue. It has not been established beyond any doubt that Elsa’s Ice Palace is visible directly through the land, but the Chateau is the scenery you will be seeing in all the photos captured during the opening week.
The land also has villagers of Arendelle characters you can talk to as part of the larger atmosphere that adds a layer to the content other than the main character meet-and-greets. It is the sort of worldbuilding element that brings a land to life instead of it being a theme park overlay.
The Attractions: What You're Actually Getting On
Frozen Ever After
This is the headlining ride of the World of Frozen — a boat attraction that takes you through the story of Frozen in a format that fans of the original Disney park versions will recognise. It has already become a popular attraction in Disney parks around the world, and its introduction into Disney Adventure World presents the Parisians with their own.
On the pragmatic side, Frozen Ever After will be included on the Disney Premier Access service, which means that, in case you do not want to stand in line, it will be possible. This attraction will have no Single Rider queue. Access conditions, including minimum height requirements and provisions for guests with disabilities, have not yet been fully published — check the official Disneyland Paris site closer to opening for those specifics.
If you booked Disney Premier Access Ultimate before the opening announcements were made, that booking will still cover access to Frozen Ever After through the dedicated entrance — alongside the Rapunzel Tangled Spin — so you're covered.
Befriend Runa, the Interactive Troll Baby
One of the more distinctive experiences in the land is Runa, described as an interactive troll baby. It is a character meeting that is intended to be truly interactive, not merely a meeting and a handshake, but something that has more involvement in the process. This is likely to be well received by younger guests, in particular.
Celebration in Arendelle — The New Frozen Show
Set in the bay of the World of Frozen, Celebration in Arendelle is a brand-new show specific to this land. This is not the same as the Frozen: A Musical Invitation show that guests have been visiting — more on that below.
The Royal Encounter with Anna and Elsa
Meeting the two queens of Arendelle is the signature character experience of the land. The full booking details for the Royal Encounter — specifically whether booking will be mandatory or simply recommended — have not yet been confirmed. Continue to check the Disneyland Paris reservation system as the day gets closer, and this experience is sure to be at the top of the need list.
Some of the experiences at the World of Frozen will have the Disney PhotoPass service. Exact details by attraction and character encounter will be confirmed closer to launch.
Oaken Says Hi
Other than Anna and Elsa, guests can also meet Oaken, the beloved Trading Post owner who featured in the films. He is confirmed as a character in the line-up in the land, providing another face to follow for those who are fans of the broader Frozen cast. Villagers of Arendelle also populate the land as part of the general atmosphere.
Where to Eat and What to Buy in Arendelle
Nordic Crowns Tavern
The main restaurant in the World of Frozen is the Nordic Crowns Tavern, and it comes with an interesting hook — guests are invited to create their own menu. The full menu details haven't been published yet and will be released closer to the opening date. On the reservation question: whether booking will be required for the Nordic Crowns Tavern hasn't been confirmed, but given the expected popularity of the land at launch, booking ahead when the system opens is probably your safest move.
Discount policies for the Tavern — including Disneyland Pass, Cast Member, and Euro Disney Club Member discounts — are still being confirmed. Whether there are limits attached to those discounts at food outlets in World of Frozen will be clarified officially before opening.
Shops: Arendelle Boutique and Fjord View Shop
In the case of merchandise, there are two retail outlets in the land. Arendelle Boutique is the fashion and clothes-oriented one, and Fjord View Shop is your Frozen in general souvenirs and merchandise shop. Both sit within the World of Frozen itself. Discount acceptance at these retail points of sale — including applicable limits for pass holders — is another detail pending official confirmation before March.
Will It Actually Feel Like Arendelle? Snow, Atmosphere, and Accessibility
People keep asking whether the World of Frozen will have snow or a genuinely wintery atmosphere. The theming is constructed based on the kingdom of Arendelle as they are portrayed in the movies - Nordic architecture, immersive visual design, and the aesthetics of a kingdom of the north. At this point, Disney has not validated certain atmospheric effects, such as artificial snow. Still, the design intent is clearly to create a convincing sense of place rather than a generic winter overlay.
On accessibility: the World of Frozen will have accessibility options across its experiences. Full details — including provisions specific to each attraction and experience — will be published on the official Disneyland Paris accessibility resources before opening.
Planning your visit: It is recommended that guests book their stays and Paris CDG to Disney transfers early to secure the best choice of dates and prices. Given that this is a major new land opening at a flagship Disney park, demand in the weeks after March 29, 2026, will be significant. An early booking gives you not just a better price window, but more flexibility on which days you can visit.
Explore Disney Adventure World — The Bigger Picture
The World of Frozen doesn't exist in isolation. It is a part of a much bigger park, Disney Adventure World, that unites some of the most well-known storytelling worlds under a single roof. Disney, Pixar, and MARVEL have their own immersive worlds inside the park, each of them created in such a way that the transition between one world and another feels as though the person is literally moving to another location and not merely walking past other sets of signs. When you are going to Frozen, you should consider building your day around other attractions in the park.
The MARVEL Universe at Disney Adventure World
For anyone travelling with Marvel fans — or for anyone who is one — Disney Adventure World has its own dedicated MARVEL universe land. It is located in the same park as the World of Frozen, and therefore, it is not difficult to go between the two within the same day. The MARVEL land is a manifestation of the superhero stories, in the same immersive manner as the overall park design philosophy.
Worlds of Pixar
The Worlds of Pixar is another entirely completed land in the Disney adventure world that is devoted to Pixar movies that have shaped a generation of family filmmaking. What this land unites is Toy Story, Cars, and the rest of the Pixar catalogue. Similar to the other worlds in the park, it aims to make you feel as though you have entered the movies themselves and not a theme park version of the movies.
Adventure Way — The Gateway Into Everything
Adventure Way is described as the majestic gateway connecting the immersive worlds of Disney Adventure World. Think of it as the spine of the park — the grand entrance corridor that leads guests from arrival into the individual lands. It sets the tone for what the park is trying to do architecturally and atmospherically before you've even reached your first destination.
Other Frozen Lands Around the World
Arendelle isn't only coming to Paris. Other Frozen-themed lands exist across Disney parks globally, and Disney Adventure World's version joins that growing family. Each iteration has its own local character while sharing the core experiences — including Frozen Ever After — that have made these lands popular wherever they've opened. For guests who've visited a Frozen land at another Disney park, the Paris version brings new additions like Celebration in Arendelle and Runa that make it worth experiencing on its own terms.
Finding Your Way — The Disney Adventure World Map
Before your visit, getting familiar with the Disney Adventure World map is genuinely useful. The park is designed to be in its unique immersive worlds, and Adventure Way is the one that links them. Being aware of the layout even before entering the park saves time on orienting and more time on immersing oneself. The latest incarnation of the park map can be found on the official Disneyland Paris website and will be updated to include the World of Frozen soon before the March 29, 2026, launch.
Fast Answers to the Questions Everyone's Asking
Is a separate ticket needed to enter the World of Frozen?
No. Access is included in the standard Disney Adventure World park ticket.
Will there be special entry conditions in the opening weeks?
Possibly. Disney has indicated there may be special conditions in the first weeks post-opening. Watch the official Disneyland Paris site for updates as March approaches.
Does Frozen Ever After have a Single Rider line?
No single-rider queue is planned for Frozen Ever After.
Is Frozen Ever After available through Disney+?
Yes. It will be eligible for Disney Premier Access.
Will Frozen: A Musical Invitation still run after the land opens?
No. It will not be available at the opening of Frozen World. Celebration in Arendelle is the new Frozen show.
When will the Nordic Crowns Tavern menu be published?
Closer to the opening date. Disney hasn't released it yet.
Can I buy Frozen souvenirs outside of the World of Frozen?
The dedicated shops within the land are the Arendelle Boutique and Fjord View Shop. Broader merchandise availability across the park is likely, but not detailed in the current information.
Is Elsa's Ice Palace visible in the land?
Not confirmed explicitly. The Château d'Arendelle is the confirmed centrepiece landmark and main photo location.
Everything Confirmed for the World of Frozen
- Opening date: March 29, 2026, at Disney Adventure World, Disneyland Paris
- Frozen Ever After: The headline boat ride. Premier Access eligible. No Single Rider queue.
- Celebration in Arendelle: A new Frozen show in the bay of the land.
- Runa: An interactive troll baby character experience.
- Royal Encounter with Anna & Elsa: The main character meets. Booking details to follow.
- Oaken meet-and-greet: Confirmed as part of the character lineup.
- Château d'Arendelle: The main photo landmark of the land.
- Arendelle villagers: Roaming characters adding atmosphere throughout the land.
- Nordic Crowns Tavern: The main restaurant with a customisable menu format.
- Arendelle Boutique: Fashion and apparel merchandise.
- Fjord View Shop: General Frozen souvenirs and merchandise.
- Frozen: A Musical Invitation: Will not be running after Frozen World opens.
- Disney PhotoPass: Available for certain experiences — full details to follow.
- Ticket inclusion: Covered by standard Disney Adventure World entry. No add-on required.
