Les Chaises volantes, Rotating carousel ride at Jardin d'Acclimatation, Paris, France
Les Chaises volantes is a rotating carousel ride at the Jardin d'Acclimatation in Paris. The structure consists of 32 individual chairs and 8 double chairs suspended by metal chains that tilt outward as the ride spins.
The ride was introduced to Paris from Germany in the 1920s and has remained fundamentally unchanged since then. This long continuity reflects how successful the original design proved to be for amusement parks across Europe.
The spinning chairs represent a classic French leisure tradition that many locals associate with childhood memories. Visitors can witness how the ride connects people across generations to simple moments of fun in the park.
The ride operates on most days with varying hours depending on the season and day of the week. Visitors should know there is a minimum height requirement and that the ride is brief but intense.
The ride appears regularly in French films set in Paris, creating a special connection between this attraction and cinema culture. This presence on screen has given the chairs an extra layer of nostalgia and romantic appeal.
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