Formel 1 bumper cars – Heitmann
Classic bumper cars with music and fun
Operator: Philipp Heitmann & Sohn (Münster)
The Formel 1 Heitmann bumper cars are run by the Heitmann showmen from Münster. Here, you take the wheel yourself and choose your direction of travel within a shared riding area. Unlike a circuit ride, there is no fixed route. You can dodge, speed up, change direction or compete with other vehicles. This combination is exactly what makes bumper cars a perennial favourite at fairs. However, the name Formel 1 is not unique, so the ride must always be identified by its operator, Heitmann.
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What to expect
- Family-friendly
Highlights & records
Bertazzon cars; referred to as Tokyo or New York in different sets of records.
You steer yourself and choose your own route across the driving area.
Formel 1 Heitmann bumper cars: what it’s like to ride this classic
When you get on, choose an available car and take your seat behind the wheel. Once the ride starts, you steer your car around the area yourself. Some visitors try to take the smoothest turns possible. Others enjoy the little bumps that are part of the classic bumper car experience. You should always follow the staff’s instructions. The fun comes from moving around together and the fact that every ride is different. Music and the hall’s lighting add to the funfair atmosphere.
General
- Model
- Two-pillar bumper cars
Ride
- Height
- 4 m
Set-up & transport
- Footprint
- 16 × 30 m
- Power rating
- 80 kW
History and technology: Formel 1 Heitmann bumper cars
The Heitmann business from Münster operates the ride under the name Formel 1. Records give the driving area as approximately 30 by 16 metres, with a height of four metres. The travelling operation also includes a ticket booth. Its power requirement is listed as 80 kilowatts. The cars are identified as Bertazzon models; different records give the model names as Tokyo and New York. Without current confirmation, no single car variant is identified as definitive. The construction year of the complete ride is also not reliably available.
- Operator
- Philipp Heitmann & Sohn (Münster)
- Type of operation
- Travelling
Who is the bumper cars ride suitable for?
This bumper car ride is a good choice if you’re looking for a ride where you can influence what happens. Unlike a carousel, you can help shape the course of your ride. This also means you need to stay alert and watch out for other drivers. Before getting on, check the information about minimum height, age and accompaniment. For children in particular, independent steering may be subject to special conditions. The current rules at the venue take precedence over general recommendations.
Tips for your visit
The illuminated frontage is a popular subject for photos. From outside, you can also follow the ride area and the movement of the cars. If you prefer a quieter ride, first see how busy it is. Formel 1 Heitmann is a classic meeting point for visitors who enjoy music and riding together. You can find more rides in the overview of rides. The name alone does not prove participation in a particular event; current information from the operator or organiser is needed for that.
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