Alpina Blitz, Steel roller coaster at Nigloland, France
Alpina Blitz is a steel roller coaster at Nigloland that takes riders through steep descents and sharp turns across the park terrain. The ride features multiple interconnected sections with different elements that create rapid changes in direction and speed.
Nigloland announced in July 2009 a new coaster for 2012, first planned as an Intamin megalite and later delayed to 2013 and 2014. The project changed to a Mack Rides megacoaster, built from June 2013 and opened on 12 April 2014 in the park's Swiss village area. Owner Philippe Gélis cited a survey in which 70% of customers wanted a large coaster.
The station is built as an Alpine chalet in Tyrolean style, with folk music such as yodels and schuhplattlers played in the queue. Staff who check the restraints wear a green costume and a feathered hat. The name was first planned as L'Éclair des Alpes before the park chose the German form Alpina Blitz.
Visitors should expect some wait times during busy periods and wear comfortable shoes since accessing the queue area involves walking. The ride typically operates most days, though weather conditions may cause occasional closures.
Despite lacking inversions, the coaster creates powerful forces during the ride that press riders into their seats. This intensity comes from the aggressive design of the hills and curves rather than from flips.
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