Zirkus Flieger – H. Nitzsche

What a ride on Zirkus Flieger is like

A baby ride is a type of children's carousel in its own right. Riders sit in small vehicles that create the feeling of a playful flight as they go round. The motion is designed for younger funfair visitors. This ride is therefore different from large flying carousels and towering attractions, where speed and height take centre stage.

Zirkus Flieger adds another element: its circus theme evokes a colourful big top and imaginary journeys. The combination of flying motion and showman atmosphere is a good fit for a family fairground. While children enjoy their ride, parents can watch the carousel from outside and admire its design.

History: from Mini Super Jet to the world of the circus

Ride-Index lists the attraction as a baby ride made by Lutz. The database names Zinnt & Denk from Hamburg as its first operators. The ride then travelled with Volker Greier from Schneverdingen and later with the Dieckmann family. The documented period of operation by Dieckmann runs until 2023; today, H. Nitzsche from Berlin is listed as the showman.

The former name “Mini Super Jet” emphasises the flying theme, while “Zirkus Flieger” defines its current presentation. This name change is important when identifying historical photos and ride tokens: a different name does not automatically mean it is a different attraction. With children's rides that have travelled for many years, owners and decorations can change while the original carousel remains.

Zirkus Flieger is therefore a good example of the life story of a travelling ride. Several families have operated it, and each period is part of its identity. For visitors, the colourful baby ride is the main attraction; for funfair enthusiasts, its history makes a visit even more interesting.

Who is Zirkus Flieger for?

The ride is for families looking for a classic carousel ride for children. Young visitors in particular who are fascinated by vehicles and flying can enjoy their own funfair experience here. If you are not ready for faster rides yet, the baby ride offers something different: the focus is on the fun of riding rather than spectacular heights.

The ride may also interest adults who remember older children's carousels. The circus design you see today belongs to an attraction that travelled with several showman families. So it is not just any children's carousel on the fairground, but a ride with a history of its own.

Requirements for riding may vary from one attraction to another. Ask staff directly about age and height restrictions and whether children need an accompanying adult. You can also find more rides for young visitors in our overview of rides.