Hummelflug – Dean Kleußer
Children's flying fun with roots in the 1970s
Operator: Dean Kleußer (Riesenbeck)
Hummelflug Kleußer is a travelling funfair attraction with its own character. Find out here what makes a visit special and which details are reliably documented.
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What to expect
- Family-friendly
Highlights & records
Historic children's flying carousel of the Baby-Flug type; documented external measurement of around 10,80 m (direction of measurement not clearly specified).
A children's flying carousel that combines the joy of a circular ride with a playful idea of flight.
Hummelflug Kleußer: Playful flying fun
Hummelflug Kleußer centres on a classic children's ride: a ride that combines the idea of flying with a gentle carousel movement. The type name used in specialist literature is Baby-Flug. This puts the ride in a different category from large swing rides or towering thrill attractions. This distinction is particularly important for children. Hummelflug is intended to offer a playful introduction to the world of fairground rides, without spectacular heights taking centre stage. The exact shape of individual seats and whether there is a separate height mechanism are not sufficiently confirmed by the technical sources available. We therefore deliberately describe the documented ride type rather than supposed details of its current features.
General
- Manufacturer
- Lutz (France)
- Model
- Baby-Flug / children's flying carousel
- Year built
- 1979
History and operator record
The Ride-Index ride database lists 1979 as the year of manufacture and Lutz of France as the manufacturer. Dean Kleußer of Riesenbeck is listed as the current operator. Earlier operator records mention Rainer Hortmeyer of Leer; the ride was reportedly later passed on within the family. Hummelflug has therefore been part of funfair history for several decades. The exact years of transfer are not fully documented publicly. The appearance of older travelling rides can also change over time. A historical photo is therefore conclusive evidence only if it actually shows this ride. The name alone is not enough to identify it with certainty.
- Operator
- Dean Kleußer (Riesenbeck)
- Type of operation
- Travelling
Previous operators
Rainer Hortmeyer (Leer); later passed on within the family, according to Ride-Index.
Who is Hummelflug Kleußer suitable for?
Hummelflug is particularly appealing for a family visit when children want to enjoy a short ride with a flying theme. Unlike a large propeller ride or a high swing ride, the Baby-Flug type is designed as a children's attraction. However, this does not mean it is automatically suitable for every age. The current requirements for minimum height, age, accompanying adults and seatbelt or other safety rules at the ride itself are decisive. Conditions may vary even if a child is already familiar with other children's carousels. So take a moment to read the signs before boarding. For a first ride, it often helps to watch how it works together from the sidelines.
Visitor tips and known details
Ride-Index lists a measurement of 10,80 metres for the ride, but does not clearly specify all dimensions. An exact height, ride duration, capacity or electrical connection load cannot be determined from this. These details are therefore left blank. Fares also depend on the particular fair and should not be based on previous seasons. If you are looking for Hummelflug at a funfair, first check the current operator and the line-up of rides confirmed for that year. You can find more family-friendly rides in our overview. The documented basic details are in the Ride-Index profile.
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