Tiger & Turtle Magic Mountain in Duisburg

Experience a walking roller coaster

Hiking in the Tiger & Turtle Magic Mountain roller coater at Duisburg. Yes, it sounds a bit strange. It is also called Magic Mountain in Germany because the concept is very different from the roller coasters you know.

First you have to climb a hill, which is already a tough climb. Then you can marvel at the structure and go for a walk. This roller coaster in Duisburg (Germany) is for walkers. Funnily enough, it is called Tiger & Turtle Magic Mountain. You can only walk this roller coaster, slowly. Though usually a roller coaster is about speed and adrenaline.

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Unique concept

The creator is Ulrich Genth. He wanted to create a completely different concept, which worked out very well. The attraction has been very popular from day one. ,,The visitor should see this step by step, like a turtle would do.”

Walking on the Tiger & Turtle roller coaster.

Two hiking routes

There are two routes in this roller coaster. These start at the same point and both end at the loop. It is closed with a gate. But these are popular places to take pictures. Some steps are quite steep, but that's the lovely thing about it.

The beautiful design of Tiger & Turtle.

So you have to walk back the same route. The advantage is that you automatically discover other nice places for photos. Take your time for the routes.

Illuminated at night

The sunset at Tiger & Turtle. ©Corno van den Berg

When night falls, the lights on the roller coaster are set. Or actually a bit before sunset. This attraction gets a very special atmosphere. This makes it very noticeable even in the dark. You can see this unique roller coaster appearing from afar on the hill.

Best time for a visit

It's a good idea to get here at the end of the day. Just before sunset is optimal. I was there on a cloudy day and found it magical. The clouds became darker and darker and it resulted in beautiful photos.

The beauty of the Ruhr area and the looping. ©Corno van den Berg

Visting Tiger & Turtle Magic Mountain

This fine piece of architecture is located near Duisburg. Pay attention; it can get quite busy here on weekends. And especially om school holidays. So make sure you avoid them. Preferably go on a working day such as Monday or Tuesday.

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