Top In – Robrahn-Böker
The classic bumper cars ride from Bremen
Operator: Robrahn-Böker (Bremen)
Top In Robrahn-Böker is a classic bumper cars ride operated by the Robrahn-Böker showman business from Bremen. This particular ride was built by Cosmont and has been travelling to fairs for many years. If you enjoy steering for yourself, dodging other cars or taking a ride with friends, bumper cars offer a different kind of fun from a fixed-route carousel.
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What to expect
- Covered / weatherproof
- Family-friendly
Steer, dodge and ride together: a funfair classic with a story of its own.
Experience Top In Robrahn-Böker
With bumper cars, you have some control over what happens. You get into one of the cars, take the steering wheel and drive around within the limited area. Unlike a roller coaster, there is no fixed track that all the vehicles follow in the same order. This creates a lively mix of dodging, turning and occasional bumps between the cars. That makes every ride a little different.
Bumper cars can be especially fun in a group, as you keep meeting up during the ride. At the same time, you should be considerate of other riders and follow the riding rules. The operator on site determines how quickly the cars accelerate and what driving style is permitted. Being considerate is just as much a part of the experience as steering.
What makes Top In Robrahn-Böker special
Top In is a Cosmont two-pillar bumper cars ride. This particular ride dates from 1996. This is important for identifying it, as older bumper cars called Top In were already associated with the Robrahn family. The shared historical name does not mean that all photos and technical details refer to the same fleet of cars. When researching, always check the year of construction and operator.
General
- Manufacturer
- Cosmont (Italy)
- Model
- Two-pillar bumper cars
- Year built
- 1996
Set-up & transport
- Footprint
- 25 × 14 m
- Power rating
- 70 kW
History of the bumper cars ride
Ride-Index lists Werner Robrahn from Bremen as the former operator of the ride built in 1996, until May 2009. Certain passenger cars are also documented for a later period. Such changes are part of the development of a travelling bumper cars ride: while the basic structure remains, the equipment and appearance can change over the years. So a historical photo is not automatically evidence of the current fleet of cars.
Timeline
The Cosmont ride built in 1996 replaced an older Mack bumper cars ride belonging to the business. Reverchon I-Car cars are documented from 2012 to early 2019.
- Operator
- Robrahn-Böker (Bremen)
- Type of operation
- Travelling
- Status
- Active / in operation
Previous operators
Werner Robrahn (Bremen), 1996 to May 2009.
Who is Top In suitable for?
Bumper cars appeal to many age groups and are especially suitable for visitors who enjoy taking an active part in the ride. However, admission conditions may vary according to height, age and whether children are accompanied. So don't rely on your experience of other bumper cars rides. Read the notices at the entrance and ask if you want to ride with younger children. Safety comes first, even when riding together.
Tips for your visit
Allow enough time to get familiar with the steering wheel and controls before you start. Follow the required direction of travel and avoid risky manoeuvres. If you're out with friends, you can agree on a meeting point for after the ride. For photos, choose a position outside the track where you can see the whole ride. Find more attractions in our attraction guide.
Sources: Ride-Index: Top In (Robrahn-Böker); Ride-Index: historic Top In (Werner Robrahn). Historic and current rides should be considered separately.