Germany·Flat ride
Der Wirbelwind
Swing-chair ride that fans out above the German village.
Flat ride
Mild thrill
40"
min height
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Der Wirbelwind stats
- Manufacturer
- Zierer
- Model
- Wave Swinger
- Opened
- 1983
- Top speed
- 20 mph
- Height
- 30 ft
- Duration
- 2 min 10 sec
Der Wirbelwind is a 30-foot flat ride at Busch Gardens Williamsburg that reaches 20 mph. It was built by Zierer, opened in 1983 and lasts about 2 minutes. Riders must be at least 40 inches tall.
Before you ride
Children 40–47 inches need a companion in an approved double swing.
Expert tip (Nov 2026)
Ride while the village music is playing for an old-fashioned midway experience.
💡 Fun facts
- Traditional wave swinger
- Open hanging chairs
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