Wiegand, a family-owned manufacturer of toboggan runs, rail-mounted toboggans and stainless steel dry slides, has revealed details of a new flagship tourist attraction in Romanshorn, Switzerland, developed with architect Susanne Fritz.
The attraction is located in a prime area at Lake Constance. The ‘Robins Horn’ headland area of the city has been identified for a seven-year focus on tourism development which aims to enhance the Romanshorn harbour.
Storytelling experience
Wiegand previously collaborated with the city on a large V4A stainless steel water slide for Romanshorn’s open-air pool. Following this successful project, the city turned to Wiegand once more for the construction of the towers at the new Robins Horn attraction.
The two enormous towers were meticulously handmade in line with Susanne Fritz’s plans. They were then transported to Romanshorn by heavy transport, crossing Lake Constance by ferry. The towers are complemented by landscape design to create a harmonious environment, which will be further enhanced as climbing plants grow up the structures.
The premise of Robin’s Horn is an extended narrative based on Robin Hood, told through a book and graphics. Wiegand’s unique Wie-Glow system turns tube slides into story tellers, and as they slide, visitors will experience hand-painted, fluorescent details from the story.
An extravagant and carefully orchestrated lighting display by Austrian firm WEAD Light Engineers illuminates both towers during the evenings and on special occasions. The attraction’s spectacular light shows also take place regularly and delight guests.
Wiegand recently celebrated the launch of two new treetop cabins at Fårup Sommerland in Denmark. Visitors can spend the night amongst the trees, surrounded by nature and the starry sky. The view across the park includes highlights such as the Falcon wooden coaster and the Orkanen suspended coaster. Each of the two cabins is 50 square metres and can accommodate a maximum of seven people.
