Disney To Remove Original ‘Indiana Jones’ Property From Public, Rework Beginning in 2027

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Disneyland Paris Resort is shutting down its Indiana Jones ride for the most extensive refurbishment since the Adventureland attraction opened in 1993. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril is scheduled to close on January 4, 2027, but the European Disney park has not provided an estimated reopening date.Disneyland Paris Announces Closure of Indiana Jones RideCredit: DisneyOn October 26, Disneyland Paris Resort announced that Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril would close for an extensive refurbishment beginning January 4, 2027. This project is expected to be the most comprehensive renovation of the Disneyland Park attraction since it opened in 1993.Disneyland Paris Resort has reassured fans that teams from Walt Disney Imagineering Paris, Design & Delivery, and Maintenance will “pool their expertise to carry out a thorough renovation of this legendary Adventureland attraction and ensure the quality of this year-round experience.”Credit: DisneyTo preserve the unique atmosphere and history of the ancient ruins and stone scenery that have welcomed guests to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril for over three decades, Disney cast members will work in particular on the stones that form the temple, sections of which will be completely rebuilt.Additionally, Disneyland Paris Resort plans to perform thorough maintenance on the track’s support structures, especially the rails and footbridges, including replacing guardrails and wooden and metal cladding. Decorative elements around the Indiana Jones ride will be carefully disassembled and transported to the Central Workshops for restoration to “their original splendour.”Queue RefurbishmentIn addition to the refurbishment of the Adventureland roller coaster, Disneyland Paris Resort is also performing work on the queue and area surrounding the attraction. Disney cast members will completely rebuild the wooden walkways in the queue and restore the staircase decorations, the campsite scenery, and the famous 4×4 vehicle.Credit: DisneyThe scenic lighting for the attraction will be upgraded, and the Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost shop and its surrounding area will receive new spotlights and modernized lighting effects.Disneyland Paris Resort says the common goal of the Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril refurbishment is to “preserve this emblematic adventure and improve comfort” for both Disney cast members and theme park guests. The final day for European Disney Park guests to enjoy the Adventureland attraction is January 3, 2027, and Disney has not announced a reopening date.Has a ride refurbishment ever impacted your Disney Parks vacation? Share your story with Inside the Magic in the comments!The post Disney To Remove Original ‘Indiana Jones’ Property From Public, Rework Beginning in 2027 appeared first on Inside the Magic.