Did you ever dream of flying like a god? Here at Götterflug in Belantis amusement park, you can experience just that. Götterflug, which translates to “Flight of the Gods,” isn’t your average thrill ride. Opened in 2009 in the “Beach of the Gods” section of the park, this innovative ride from Gerstlauer Amusement Rides was the first of its kind worldwide. A 22-meter tower stands tall, adorned with sixteen individual gondolas. As the tower rotates, so do the gondolas, giving riders a panoramic view of the park. But here’s the twist: attached to each gondola are wings that you control. By manipulating these wings, you can make your gondola spin, tilt, and even flip upside down. Want a gentle, scenic ride? Simply leave the wings be and enjoy the view. Feeling adventurous? Take control and experience the thrill of a personalized flight. The concept was so unique that a prototype was first showcased at the Deutsches Museum in Munich. There, visitors could experience the principles of aerodynamics firsthand. Now, at Götterflug, you can take that experience to the next level and soar like a god across the Leipzig sky. The ride, initially rather unassuming from the outside, becomes a testament to human ingenuity and the desire for flight. So, step into your gondola, grasp the wings, and prepare for a truly divine experience at Götterflug.
water tower Markkleeberg
From its perch overlooking Markkleeberg this water tower silently guards the town’s history. The Markkleeberg water tower stands tall a