some airtime in a bunny hop and an 85-degree horseshoe. A steep fall and a left curve bring the barge back into the water. A special technique allows for variation in the size of the "splash", thus preparing the ride for winter opening. History The music was composed by René Merkelbach and consists of 16 parts that are synchronous with the ride. The Prague philharmonic orchestra performed the music for the recording. The ride was planned to go operational on April 16, 2006 Easter, exactly 328 years after the disappearance of the Flying Dutchman; due to construction problems the opening was postponed to April 1, 2007. References Official ride website Water Coaster (roller coaster) Dark rides Roller coasters in the Netherlands Efteling Water rides Roller coasters introduced in 2007 2007 establishments in the Netherlands