Disco Swing – Jörling
Twister classic from 1977
Operator: Jörling (Diepholz)
Disco Swing Jörling is a standalone travelling funfair ride. Here you can find out how the experience works, what is documented about its history and what details to check on site.
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What to expect
- Spinning cars
- Sound system / music
- Family-friendly
A lively circular ride with rotating gondolas and a touch of funfair nostalgia.
Disco Swing Jörling: The ride experience
Disco Swing Jörling is one of the classic Twister rides. This type of ride rotates in a circle while the gondolas can also move independently. This creates a lively sensation that is much more varied than a steady ride on a simple carousel. Disco Swing represents a traditional kind of funfair entertainment: music, movement and riding together are all part of the experience. It is not a roller coaster and has no track. It should not be confused with modern propeller rides or rides that turn riders upside down. How much each gondola rotates during a ride may depend on how the ride is operated. That is why it is worth watching the attraction from the outside for a while before getting on. This gives you a realistic impression of the movement.
General
- Manufacturer
- Fähtz (ride), Ihle (gondolas)
- Model
- Twister / Disco Swing
- Year built
- 1977
Set-up & transport
- Footprint
- 24 × 19.5 m
- Power rating
- 50 kW
History of Disco Swing
Ride-Index lists 1977 as the year it was built and Fähtz as the manufacturer of the ride. According to industry sources, the gondolas were made by Ihle. The documented operator history is unusually detailed: the ride first travelled with Ahrend in Hanover, then with Erich Wilhelm. It was later operated by Tacke & Söhne KG from Minden and, from 1988, by Berni Tacke. Since 2017, the ride has been associated with the Jörling showman business from Diepholz. This long history explains why old photos and past funfair listings may name different operators. They do not necessarily refer to different rides. However, the ride's current identity must always be checked to confirm who operates it today. That is why we explicitly name Jörling in the title.
Timeline
With Jörling since 2017. The ride was built by Fähtz; the gondolas were made by Ihle.
- Operator
- Jörling (Diepholz)
- Type of operation
- Travelling
Previous operators
1977–1982 Ahrend (Hanover); 1983–1985 Erich Wilhelm (Hanover); 1986–1987 Tacke & Söhne KG (Minden); 1988–2016 Berni Tacke (Minden).
Who is Disco Swing Jörling suitable for?
If you enjoy classic circular rides, Disco Swing could be a good choice. The ride is more active than a children's carousel, but stays true to the Twister type. Visitors who are sensitive to spinning movements should bear this in mind. The specific age and height rules are set on site. The sources checked do not provide a reliably up-to-date minimum height. Prices and ride duration may also vary from one event to another. So ask before buying a ticket if you are with children or people who would like to try a Twister for the first time. Checking the rules displayed at the ride will help you decide whether it is suitable.
Technical details, dimensions and visitor tips
The documented dimensions for Disco Swing are a frontage of 19,5 metres and a depth of 24 metres. Ride-Index also lists a power connection of 50 kilowatts. Details such as the exact number of gondolas, hourly capacity and maximum speed have not been sufficiently verified for this ride and remain unknown. Its operator history and ride type, by contrast, are well documented. If you are looking for Disco Swing at a fair, check the current 2026 line-up of rides rather than a list from the previous year. You can find more circular rides in our overview. Sources: Ride-Index and Kirmesecke.
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