Höllencoaster

Description

Höllencoaster sits on the eastern slope of the Urberberg and has been one of the headline attractions at Edelwies Natur- und Freizeitpark since the park opened on 3 July 2015. At 1,400 m, it holds the distinction of being the longest and most modern Alpine Coaster in the Bavarian Forest. The name itself is rooted in the local geography: this part of the hillside is officially recorded on maps as "Vorhölle" (Forehell), with "Paradies" (Paradise) lying only a few hundred metres away as the crow flies. The ride begins at the valley station, where a cable lift pulls the sled roughly 350 m up the slope. From the summit, the descent begins: a winding, serpentine course through dense woodland, running on stainless steel rails that allow the sleds to travel almost silently. The layout incorporates spinners, jumps, and wave sections to vary the intensity. Riders control their own speed via an onboard brake, though the system automatically limits velocity to a maximum of 43 km/h. Each sled carries two passengers. Because it is classified as a rail vehicle, Höllencoaster operates year-round and in poor weather conditions. Along the full length of the track, glass art pieces from the Bavarian Forest region are placed for riders to discover during the descent. Evening sessions add another dimension: illuminated installations and forest lighting turn the run through the darkened woodland into a visually distinct experience.