Route 66 – Erich Wolf
Basel bumper cars with an American road name
Operator: Erich Wolf (Basel, Switzerland)
Route 66 Wolf is the bumper cars ride run by Basel showman Erich Wolf. The name recalls the famous American highway, but there is no long journey at the fairground: you take the wheel of an electric car and enjoy your own short ride, full of twists and encounters, on the covered track.
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What to expect
- Family-friendly
Every ride on Route 66 by Erich Wolf is different: you steer your own car and experience the Chilbi from the driver's seat.
Route 66 Wolf: take the wheel
On Route 66, you decide which way your car goes. Unlike a ride that follows a set programme, the movements are created by the interaction between the drivers. You can try to dodge the other cars, find a clear path or meet up with friends on the track. Every ride is different.
The classic bumper cars moment comes when another car interrupts a planned change of direction. Then you have to steer again and keep going. The simple controls, lively track and shared fun are what make this attraction appealing.
Set-up & transport
- Footprint
- 29.5 × 16 m
- Power rating
- 140 kW
How Route 66 Wolf is set up and what makes it special
The official operator website gives the bumper cars track as 16 metres wide and 29,5 metres long, including the cash desk. The electrical connection is listed as 140 kilowatts at 380 volts. The operator also refers to the technical inspection of the attraction.
On the track, the self-steered cars meet in constantly changing formations. This free driving is what sets bumper cars apart from a traditional carousel with a fixed sequence. Find more rides from Switzerland and other countries in our attraction overview.
History of Route 66 by Erich Wolf
Erich Wolf runs a showman business in Basel and presents several attractions on his website, including bumper cars, a children's Ferris wheel and other children's rides. Route 66 is therefore part of a business offering attractions for different age groups at Swiss fairgrounds.
The name Route 66 is also used by other travelling rides. Erich Wolf's Basel bumper cars should therefore not be confused with a similarly named ride operated by someone else. The operator and the design as bumper cars are what identify this ride.
- Operator
- Erich Wolf (Basel, Switzerland)
- Type of operation
- Travelling
- Status
- Active / in operation
Who is Route 66 Wolf suitable for?
The bumper cars are a good choice if you prefer to take control yourself rather than just being moved around by a machine. They are also a popular group activity at a Chilbi: while some of you ride, others can watch from the sidelines.
The ride focuses less on height or extreme forces and more on little surprises, spontaneous manoeuvres and the fun of steering for yourself. That's why it fits well into a varied visit to the fairground, between classic carousels and modern thrill rides. Follow the operator's instructions at the entrance before riding.
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