Theme Parks, Movies and Video Games from a German Coaster Enthusiast.
Energylandia, located near Krakow in Poland, is one of Europe's youngest and fastest growing Theme Parks. Their 2018 addition "Hyperion" put them on the Map for any coaster enthusiast, they are currently building the largest RMC Hybrid on this side of the Atlantic Ocean and there are no signs of their growth slowing down in … Continue reading Energylandia
While looking up a few details about the movie "Rollercoaster" I stumbled about what just might be the best / worst movie that was ever shot at a Theme Park. It goes by many names, but most common are "KISS meets the Phantom of the Park" and "Attack of the Phantoms", these are the original … Continue reading KISS in Attack of the Phantoms
Theme Parks are a rare topic, or even location for that matter, for movies and TV-Shows. I wouldn't blame anyone if the only things they came up with are the opening scene for "Final Destination 3" and "Westworld", and a lot of people probably don't even know the original movie for the later. And to … Continue reading Rollercoaster
Our modern High Thrill Rides with their insane motions, while being a ton of fun, tend to make you forget the much simpler roots of the amusement industry. For over a decade now the Historic Carnival in Bochum tries to bring back those simpler times, and it is a really unique experience, even the location … Continue reading Historic Carnival Bochum
Let me take you to a Park in France that is very near to my heart and that still struggles to get the visitor numbers it deserves despite starting in it's 30th Season in 2019. I'm talking about what is currently known as Walygator Parc, located in France near the borders of Germany and Luxembourg. … Continue reading Walygator Parc
