Super Rutsche – Maier

Super Rutsche at Basel's Münsterplatz

The official Basler Herbstmesse lists Super Rutsche among the attractions at Münsterplatz. This square is one of the traditional venues of Basler Mäss and, with the historic buildings around it, provides a special setting. The slide offers a different kind of attraction from the large rides: the focus is not on mechanical acceleration, but on the journey you experience for yourself from the starting platform to the bottom.

Families can easily fit a slide ride into a walk around the different fairground sites. The easily spotted structure makes it simple to find the attraction again, and the short ride offers a welcome change between carousels, games and the stalls at the autumn fair. Find more classic rides in our attraction directory.

What makes the slide a fairground classic

Giant slides have long been a regular feature at many European fairs. The simple idea is easy to understand and appeals to all generations: climb up, take your seat, and slide down. Super Rutsche Maier also has the special atmosphere of Basler Herbstmesse. While numerous rides spin and market stalls attract visitors all around, the slide offers a direct experience of movement without an elaborate ride programme. This makes it an attraction in its own right, not just a small play feature at the edge of the square.

Super Rutsche Maier: a descent under your own steam

At a large funfair slide, the way to the attraction is part of the experience. First, you climb the stairs until you reach the starting point at the top. From there, the slide takes you back down to the level of the fairground. Gravity and the shape of the slide create the sensation of movement, rather than a motor driving your seat. This is what makes Super Rutsche so different from the round rides at the autumn fair.

As you slide down, you can experience the course of the slide directly. The elevated starting point builds anticipation even before the descent, while other visitors below can watch the sliders reach the bottom. If you are out with friends or family, this is a fairground classic where getting involved is what matters.

Who is Super Rutsche Maier suitable for?

Super Rutsche Maier is especially appealing if you are not looking for high-speed loops or complicated movements but would still like to enjoy an experience. The descent lasts only a moment; for many, the fun begins as soon as they look down at the fairground from the top of the slide. It is also worth watching: you can see the sliders arrive from below, and the constant stream of visitors is part of the attraction's typical scene.

Before using the slide, read the notices at the attraction. The procedure also includes climbing the stairs, adopting a suitable sliding position and following the staff's instructions. The climb may be a consideration for younger children or visitors with limited mobility. You can find out about the rules on minimum age, supervision and use at the entrance to the specific attraction.