Tagada The Show – Ramsauer
The Swiss Tagada with four tilting directions
Operator: Christian Ramsauer · since 1993
Tagada The Show – Ramsauer is a Swiss round ride that brings together music, a rotating disc and unexpected tilting movements. What sets this ride by Christian Ramsauer apart is its additional sideways movement: the passenger platform can tilt not only forwards and backwards, but also sideways. This gives every ride its own rhythm.
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What to expect
- Multi-axis rotation
- Light show / LED facade
- Sound system / music
- Several ride programmes
Highlights & records
The passenger platform tilts forwards and backwards as well as sideways; LED lighting and music are part of the show.
The additional sideways tilt makes Ramsauer's Tagada a show in its own right: music, lighting and the ride programme work together seamlessly.
What it's like to ride Tagada The Show – Ramsauer
You sit with the other guests on a circular, padded bench around the open ride area. As the disc rotates, the operator changes the tilt and synchronises the movements with the music. The combination of rotation and sideways tilting is what sets Ramsauer's Tagada apart from many other rides of this type. It creates a lively shared experience, where the other riders' reactions are just as much a part of the atmosphere as the ride programme.
The ride takes on a different character in the evening. Ramsauer uses coordinated LED lighting and a distinctive sound system. This makes the show interesting not only for riders: visitors around the ride also watch the changing interplay of light, movement and music. The operator's motto sums up the confident showmanship: Everyone wants it, but only one can do it.
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General
- Manufacturer
- Farfabbri Bergantino
- Model
- Tagada
- Year built
- 1988
- Premiere
- 1988
- Original name
- Tagada The Show
Ride
- Height
- 10 m
Set-up & transport
- Footprint
- 15 × 16 m
- Power rating
- 80 kW
History of Tagada The Show – Ramsauer
The ride dates from 1988 and was built by the Italian manufacturer Farfabbri Bergantino. Before it came to Ramsauer, it belonged to Pellerani. Christian “Chrigel” Ramsauer took over the ride 1993 and has since been closely associated with its appearances, mainly in Switzerland. It also makes occasional guest appearances in neighbouring countries.
Its long service history is not just a matter of technology, but also of maintenance. A documented refurbishment in 2017/2018 shows that Ramsauer has continued to develop the ride's appearance and operation over the decades. The core has remained the same: a Tagada with its own character thanks to its sideways tilt.
Timeline
With Christian Ramsauer since 1993; comprehensive overhaul and visual refurbishment in 2017/2018.
- Operator
- Christian Ramsauer
- With operator since
- 1993
- Type of operation
- Travelling
- Status
- Active / in operation
Previous operators
Pellerani (before Christian Ramsauer took over in 1993)
Organiser and special features
Christian Ramsauer presents Tagada The Show – Ramsauer as a show attraction in its own right. The operator's website specifically highlights the four possible tilting directions, LED lighting and sound system. For site planning, the operator specifies a frontage of 15 metres and a depth of 16 metres. This gives an idea of how much space the circular ride and its surroundings need on the fairground.
The long-standing connection between the operator and the ride is also remarkable: rather than a name that changes regularly, Tagada The Show has for decades represented Ramsauer's personal take on a classic funfair concept. The blend of tradition, music and individually controlled movements ensures that the ride continues to stand out at Swiss fairs.
Who is the ride suitable for?
Tagada The Show – Ramsauer is especially suited to visitors who enjoy lively round rides and a carefree funfair atmosphere. Unlike a traditional family round ride, the appeal here is not the view, but the combination of acceleration, changes of direction and sharing the excitement with others. If you are sensitive to spinning movements, consider whether the ride is right for you. The operator's instructions at the ride always determine who may ride.
If you spot the ride at a Swiss Chilbi or autumn fair, take a look at its design too: the open passenger platform and surrounding bench make the full sequence of movements easy to see. You can find more comparable rides in our overview of funfair attractions.
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