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Miniatur Wunderland Targets September Debut for First Working Miniature Roller Coaster

Founders say a long-standing scale-and-gravity hurdle has been solved after years of tinkering.

Overview

  • Gerrit Braun reports successful initial test runs and images, with the team now focused on proving reliable continuous operation.
  • The miniature ride is modeled on Europa-Park’s Voltron Nevera to deliver realistic speeds at roughly 1:100 scale.
  • Braun says he has spent about two years developing the technical solution to make the coaster function convincingly.
  • The project is part of a 2026 anniversary expansion that also introduces a rainforest with real-water waterfalls plus new Andes and Atacama sections.
  • Miniatur Wunderland drew nearly 1.6 million visitors in 2024, highlighting the need for durability under heavy daily use.