Disneyland Paris visitors have expressed disappointment over the ongoing refurbishment of Sleeping Beauty Castle, with many describing the temporary white boarding as an 'eyesore'. The main bridge and central archway entrance are closed until late September 2026, leaving some guests 'devastated' that their first experience of the park would be marred by the construction.
Photos posted on Facebook groups this week showed the unsightly hoarding, prompting complaints from visitors who felt the work should have been better disguised. One guest said: 'Not being funny but they could have at least got a feature wall maybe to represent the bridge. This is not a little refurbishment, Disney planned this and definitely have the money to make it more attractive.' Another added: 'I'd be so devastated if this was my first and only time being able to go to Disney. Everyone wants pics in front of the castle.'
Despite the backlash, some fans argued that good photos could still be taken. One visitor noted: 'We got a picture this morning behind the boards, and a nice empty bridge too.' Another shared that the fireworks display was unaffected, saying: 'Honestly we still had the best time.'
In response to complaints, Disney appears to have decorated the white hoarding to blend in with the castle. Photos from May 7 show the boards now feature a design that matches the castle's stonework, which one visitor described as 'a million times better'. Another guest said: 'I've been here since Monday so seen it half boarded, full and now decorated and honestly in my opinion it's not worth cancelling over.'
