Willy the Worm
A family roller coaster through the world of insects
Operator: Ingo Bauermeister · since 2015
Willy der Wurm by Ingo Bauermeister is a family roller coaster that takes you through a colourful insect world. The train, designed as an earthworm, travels over two levels past large figures and water-spraying ants. The ride is part of the line-up at Cranger Kirmes 2026.
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What to expect
- Water ride / splash effects
- Light show / LED facade
- On-ride photo
- Family-friendly
Highlights & records
Official operator information in the Cranger press release: 143 m of track, 24 people per ride, 5 m/s = 18 km/h. Coaster Cloud gives different figures: 125 m and 28 seats. Sources disagree on the manufacturer, year of construction and restraint system. Fully themed insect world with water effects, LED technology and an automatic photo system.
A family roller coaster through the world of insects
Access and dates
According to the official description, children aged six and over may ride alone; younger children must be accompanied. Check the current rules and prices at the ride. Willy der Wurm is linked to Cranger Kirmes 2026. Find more family roller coasters in the attractions overview.
The ride experience: Willy der Wurm
A train shaped like an earthworm travels through a colourful fantasy world. Oversized insects and water-spraying ants accompany the short roller coaster ride. The theme is all about discovery and offers a child-friendly introduction to roller coasters. Rather than large inversions, the focus is on travelling through the scenery, with small changes in direction and height.
Accompanying adults can share the experience of riding on rails with children. Watch a circuit first and discuss whether the child wants to ride. The visible design helps you assess the ride, but does not replace the instructions at the entrance.
General
- Model
- Family and children's roller coaster
- Premiere
- 2010
Ride
- Track length
- 143 m
- Speed
- 18 km/h
- Inversions
- none
- Lift / drive
- Chain lift
Technical details and source comparison
The official Cranger press release gives a track length of 143 metres, 24 people per ride and a top speed of five metres per second. This is equivalent to 18 kilometres per hour. These specific figures, attributed to the operator, take precedence over the different database figures of 125 metres and 28 seats.
Coaster Cloud and Coasterpedia describe a chain lift and no inversions. Other sources also disagree in part on the manufacturer, year of construction and restraint system. These uncertain figures are therefore not presented as definitive without verification. An automatic photo system and LED technology are, however, described in the official press release.
History and award
Willy der Wurm made its German debut 2010 at Palmkirmes in Recklinghausen. Frank Roos operated the ride in the past. The Cranger press release names Ingo Bauermeister as the owner since 2015; the ride first appeared at Crange in 2019.
The family received the Award Bester auf Crange 2024 for the ride's design and operation. The award ceremony took place on 30 July 2025. The award year and presentation date are therefore two different details.
Timeline
German debut 2010 at Palmkirmes Recklinghausen. According to the official Cranger press release, with Bauermeister since 2015 and at Crange since 2019. Award “Bester auf Crange 2024”, presented on 30 July 2025.
- Operator
- Ingo Bauermeister
- With operator since
- 2015
- Type of operation
- Travelling
- Status
- Active / in operation
- Last known season
- 2026
Previous operators
Frank Roos (Aachen/Düren), until 2015
Good to know
- Minimum age
- 6 years
Upcoming funfair dates
Willy der Wurm ride live
Sources: Cranger Kirmes – operator information and award, Coaster Cloud – comparison data, Onride – German debut. Checked on 25 October 2026.
