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From iDEAL to Wero: with LeisureKing, you are ready for the future of payments

This article was written by Bart

By: Bart
1 week ago

The world of payments is about to undergo a major change. iDEAL, which has been the standard in the Netherlands for years, is making way for Wero: the new European payment system. By the end of 2027, Wero will be the new norm. Sounds like a hassle? Don't worry: as a LeisureKing customer, you don't have to do anything. Together with our payment partner Pay., we will ensure that the transition goes smoothly. That way, you'll be ready not only for today, but also for tomorrow, without any headaches.

Why Wero is important to you

Wero is the official successor to iDEAL and will become the standard for direct bank payments throughout Europe. It offers the same speed and convenience you are accustomed to, but on an international scale. Its introduction is proceeding rapidly:

  • From 2026, the Wero logo will appear alongside iDEAL.
  • Already active in Belgium, Germany, and France
  • Managed by the European Payments Initiative (EPI), a collaboration of 15+ major European banks.

In short: Wero is not something for later. It will be here sooner than you think.

iDEAL becomes Wero

What does Wero mean for LeisureKing users?

Your guests will continue to pay without any problems

Dutch and Belgian consumers who currently use iDEAL and Bancontact will hardly notice any difference. Because the switch will take place entirely behind the scenes, you will not need to change any settings.

Smart alternative to Giropay & Payconiq

The German payment method Giropay and the Belgian Payconiq have now been discontinued. Since then, PayPal has become more popular. Wero offers an alternative, with greater convenience.

More trust = more bookings

Wero was developed with a strong focus on consumer protection. This conveys confidence to your guests: a sense of security ensures that they are more likely to complete their reservation and less likely to abandon the payment screen.

How does the transition from iDEAL to Wero work?

The transition to Wero will take place step by step. The Wero logo will first appear alongside the iDEAL logo and will gradually replace it. For you as a LeisureKing user, this is simple: iDEAL, Bancontact, and Payconiq will automatically switch to Wero.

Would you like to add Wero as a separate payment method now, for example for your European guests from Germany or France? You can! Just contact us and we will arrange it for you.


With LeisureKing, you stay ahead of the game

The payment market is changing, but you don't have to lose sleep over it. While others are still figuring out exactly what Wero is, your system is already ready for the future. Booked, paid, arranged: that's the convenience of LeisureKing.

Would you like to attract more German guests? Read our blog: reaching German tourists →

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