Jan van Haasteren – The Playground | 300-piece Family Jigsaw Puzzle

Jan van Haasteren – The Playground (300-piece Family Jigsaw)

‘The Playground’ is a 300-piece Family Jigsaw by Jan van Haasteren, available from 3 October 2026. The jigsaw features three different piece sizes: large pieces for children aged 4 and over, and smaller ones for older children and adults. This means the whole family can work on the jigsaw together at one table, without anyone getting left behind.

About the illustration

‘The Playground’ is based on the original artwork drawn by Jan van Haasteren in 2008. The scene depicts a bustling playground with climbing frames, slides, a sandpit, water play areas, squabbling toddlers, parents chatting and grandfathers sitting on a bench — plus the familiar stall selling chips and ice creams in the background. Hidden in every nook and cranny are the absurd details and recurring characters to which the series owes its reputation. Anyone already familiar with the puzzle from the original edition will, in this format, discover things once again that previously escaped their attention.

Specifications

• Item number: JUM-1110100885
• Number of pieces: 300
• Type: Family Jigsaw Puzzle (three different piece sizes in one box)
• Age: children aged 4 and over and adults
• Illustration: The Playground — originally by Jan van Haasteren, 2008
• Release date: 3 October 2026
• Price: €18,99
• Availability: Pre-order

What’s changing at the table?

The problem with doing jigsaw puzzles in a mixed group is that the youngest children lose interest as soon as the pieces get too small. A Family Puzzle solves this by combining three sizes in the same box: the little ones take the large pieces, whilst the rest work with the smaller ones. No one is left sitting on the sidelines. And because Jan van Haasteren’s illustrations always have more to offer than you can discover in a single session, the jigsaw remains worthwhile even after the first evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will 'De Speeltuin' be delivered?

This is a pre-order. The jigsaw puzzle will be released on 3 October 2026. Orders will be dispatched as soon as possible after the release date.

What exactly is a Family Puzzle?

A Jumbo Family Puzzle contains pieces in three sizes in a single box. The largest pieces are designed for little hands, whilst the smallest are for experienced puzzlers. The end result is a single, complete jigsaw that everyone has put together.

Is the illustration the same as the original ‘De Speeltuin’ jigsaw puzzle?

Yes. This is the original work by Jan van Haasteren from 2008, now available in the Family Puzzle format with 300 pieces in three sizes.

What sets Jan van Haasteren apart from other jigsaw puzzle brands?

The illustrations are what are known as ‘hidden object’ pictures: one large scene packed with little stories, hidden jokes and recurring characters. Searching for details is just as satisfying as solving the puzzles themselves — which makes these puzzles ideal for longer sessions in a family setting.