It’s one of the most charming attractions in Disneyland Paris — and also one of its most easily missed. Le Pays des Contes de Fées (AKA “Storybook Land Canal Boats” or “The Land of Fairy Tales” in French) isn’t flashy, and it doesn’t have cutting-edge effects or massive animatronics. But what it does offer is a peaceful, story-driven cruise through some of the most iconic settings in Disney history, all re-created in miniature form.
Set in the northeast corner of Fantasyland, the boat ride takes guests past tiny scenes from Snow White, Tangled, The Little Mermaid, Fantasia, The Sword in the Stone, and Beauty and the Beast, among others. Some of these models are decades old, however, last year, new scenes were added, from the likes of Up (2009) and Frozen (2013).
But what else could this picturesque ride adapt in the future? With a Lion King land confirmed as part of the Walt Disney Studios Park expansion, and Frozen and Tangled also joining the resort, the future of Disneyland Paris looks more story-focused than ever.
If Belle’s village, Beast’s castle, and Rapunzel’s tower can sit alongside scenes from The Wizard of Oz, why not future additions like Moana (2016) or Coco (2017)? These worlds, though modern, feel as visually distinct as those classics. Zootopia (2016), with its sprawling animal metropolis, would also make for a particularly eye-catching miniature.
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None of these are in the works, however, but with the ride’s history of updates and additions, it’s not unrealistic to think we could see them one day.
Looking even further ahead, it’s easy to imagine full-sized lands devoted to these stories (although Zootopia already exists at Shanghai Disneyland). Themed dining, walkthrough areas, and new attractions inspired by Moana’s oceanic adventures or Coco’s glowing afterlife — all of it would fit perfectly in the evolving identity of the park.
Until then, Le Pays des Contes de Fées remains a quiet reminder of how much Disney can do with very little space — and how big an impact those little scenes can have.
What other iconic locations would you like to see brought to life on this miniature Disney classic? Let us know in the comments!
