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Belgian Dodgem Cars – Kristof D’Hooghe

Belgian bumper cars by Kristof D’Hooghe

Operator: Kristof D’Hooghe

Belgian Dodgem Cars D’Hooghe is a travelling bumper car ride operated by Belgian showman Kristof D’Hooghe. “Dodgem” is another term for bumper cars and means something like “to dodge”. At Belgian funfairs such as the Oktoberfoor in Ostend, the ride is a classic attraction that is always buzzing with activity. The driving area is a popular meeting place, especially in the evening.

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What to expect

IntensityFamily-friendly
  • Sound system / music
  • Family-friendly

Dodge or bump into someone – you decide: Belgian Dodgem Cars is funfair fun you control yourself.

What it's like to ride Belgian Dodgem Cars D’Hooghe

You get behind the wheel and steer your own car around the driving area. You can accelerate, dodge other cars or aim for a little bump with your friends. A rubber bumper around each car softens the impact. There is also no fixed track, so you can drive wherever you like.

Music and lighting create the classic bumper car atmosphere. Every lap becomes a little experience to share with friends or family.

General

Model
Bumper cars

History of Belgian Dodgem Cars D’Hooghe

Bumper cars have been among the most popular funfair rides in Belgium and the Netherlands for many decades. Kristof D’Hooghe travels with Belgian Dodgem Cars to fairgrounds across Belgium. The manufacturer, year of construction and number of cars have not yet been publicly documented. We’ll add this information as soon as reliable details are available.

Operator
Kristof D’Hooghe
Type of operation
Travelling
Status
Active / in operation

Operator and appearances of Belgian Dodgem Cars D’Hooghe

The ride belongs to Kristof D’Hooghe. The organiser’s line-up of rides will tell you whether Belgian Dodgem Cars D’Hooghe is at your funfair. You can find the dates in the funfair calendar, and more bumper cars in the rides overview.

Who is the bumper cars ride suitable for?

Bumper cars are suitable for almost all age groups. Children can drive on their own once they reach a certain height; smaller children can ride with an adult. The exact rules are posted at the ticket office. Start slowly until you get the hang of the steering. Head-on collisions are usually prohibited, so it’s best to follow the staff’s instructions. If you’re planning several rides, ask at the ticket office about multi-ride tickets, as they often save you some money.

Upcoming funfair dates

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Sources: line-up of rides for the Oktoberfoor Ostende (City of Oostende).

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