Oktoberfest houses some of the most thrilling rides and attractions, which cannot be found elsewhere in a single venue worldwide. The rides area has the most advanced and historic rides, like Hexenschaukel, which were included for the first time at Oktoberfest. Some of the rides hold the title of classic and have become permanent spots for entertainment for all the Wiesn fellas. Kids are no exception; carrousel to water rides are all included, making the annual Bavarian Beerfest a celebration for all family members.

Oktoberfest Must-See Attractions for a Thrilling Experience!

The Theresienwiese is more than just a beer tent fascination. The venue is flooded with entertainment options and over 80 different amusement park rides. It is a chance to test how big of an adrenaline junkie you are. Beyond rides, Oktoberfest offers different family fun attractions, which are great ways to enjoy the happening Oktoberfest scene. 

Beer Tasting Gardens 

Oktoberfest is a celebration deeply rooted in brewing traditions. Visitors can explore the art and science of beer-making through various experiences. Traditional Beer Tents offer classic Munich brews, while Craft Beer Booths showcase local interpretations of Bavarian beer styles. Beer Tasting Sessions provide opportunities to learn about different beer types, brewing processes, and flavor profiles.

Bavarian Delight Kiosks

Oktoberfest offers a culinary experience as rich and satisfying as the festival itself. Guests can indulge in classic German food, such as flavorful bratwurst served with tangy sauerkraut, or savor the soft, warm embrace of oversized pretzels complemented by a variety of dips and toppings. To balance these savory delights, offer a sweet counterpoint with a roasted almonds booth.

Cultural Booths 

Cultural Presentation Booths will offer attendees an immersive experience of Bavarian culture, featuring live demonstrations of wood carving, traditional dance performances including Schuhplattler, and live music from German bands playing both folk tunes and Oktoberfest favorites.

Kid Zone and Recreational Area

Kid-friendly zones offer age-appropriate Bavarian experiences, prioritizing safety and engagement. Children can enjoy specially designed rides, transform into Bavarian royalty with face painting, and immerse themselves in German folklore through puppet shows.

Some Other Oktoberfest Attractions

Specialty booths can enhance the Oktoberfest experience by offering attendees opportunities to create lasting memories, purchase souvenirs, engage in traditional Bavarian crafts, and participate in strength-testing games. These booths can feature photo-taking opportunities with Bavarian-themed props, souvenir stalls selling Oktoberfest memorabilia, displays of traditional crafts, and interactive games like the strength-testing Hau den Lukas.

After experiencing all the above Oktoberfest attractions, such as traditional Bavarian food stalls and captivating folk performances, you can be drawn to the exhilarating rides that add an extra layer of excitement to the festival. Complete an unforgettable experience for all ages with the nostalgic charm of the Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of the bustling festival grounds or the heart-pounding thrill of roller coasters that twist and turn under the festive lights.

Oktoberfest Amusement Rides

Explore exciting Oktoberfest rides, from delightful children's water rides to timeless classic carousels. For thrill-seekers, experience the largest mobile roller coaster, Olympia-Looping. Don't miss out on these unforgettable attractions that make your visit spectacular!

The Oktoberfest Classic Rides 

Some Oktoberfest amusements have been part of the Beerfest fairground since the first carnival rides were introduced to the public. These classic rides and attractions complete the Oktoberfest experience. 

Giant Ferris Wheel

The Giant Ferris wheel is the ticket to enjoy a panoramic view of Oktoberfest. In clear weather, this amusement ride presents the scene of the life-size Alps. The Willenborg family's ride accommodates 400 people in 40 compartments (gondolas) and has continued to amuse Oktoberfest visitors since 1979 with its unique fan base. This ride is 50 meters atop, extending a view beyond Theresienwiese from the Bavaria to St. Paul's Church.

Tips For Ferris Wheel Ride

-Queues are often long, but they don’t take much time.

-Ferris Wheel welcomes all age groups, from babies to old age.

-Extra parking is available for the pushchairs and prams/buggies.

-The ride is operative in wet and dry weather.

-Don’t forget smartphones and cameras to capture the scenic views. 

Feldl’s Teufelsrad 

Feldl’s Teufelsrad, also known as Devil’s Wheel, is an all-time classic with no modern innovative technology since 1907. A simple mechanism is always at the top of the appeasing Oktoberfest rides. A disc spins in the middle of a wooden arena, and different segments of the people, who are segregated by age or gender, are called to ride it. The commentator narrates the ongoing events in the German dialect, which are always amusing. The best seats are the center ones, and the rides get rougher and faster with time, throwing the participants off the disc one by one. The last ones left are thrown out with the help of a giant ball swaying or the lasso throw. 

Tips For Feldl’s Teufelsrad Ride

-The ride welcomes all age groups.

-If not as a participant, you can still enjoy being a spectator.

- A small entry fee allows you to stay as long as you wish.

-Wear dirndl and lederhosen to increase the chances of being called by the moderator. 

Toboggan Ride

Toboggan originated from a Canadian word meaning a lightweight snow sled made of wood, and Antonio Bausch installed the first Toboggan ride in 1906. In it, the attendees climbed up the conveyor belt and then came down the wooden slide. The conveyor belt is 8 meters long, a daunting task being drunk while presenting a hilarious spectacle for the viewers. The spiral staircase leads to the slide, and the stair, slide, and conveyer make this a fun ride. 

Tips For Toboggan Ride

- Watching the Toboggan Ride is as much fun as riding it.

-The ride has no entry fee.

-The toboggan is especially a spectacle after the afternoon, as those riding down with two beers.

Geisterbahn Oktoberfest Ride

The Ghost Ride has seen multiple renovations and has made a place of its own in the hearts of regular Oktoberfest goers, winning a spot in Classic Oktoberfest rides since 1933. Rides include the “Ride to Hell” and “Ghost Palace.” In the ride to hell, the passengers are pulled at the angle of a 180-meter track, gushing the train into the track of darkness. The Ghost Palace is the newer ride with a 360-degree seat to enjoy all the spooky scenes. 

Tips For Geisterbahn Ride

-The ride is popular among the crowd, but finding a spot isn’t a hassle.

- The ride is open for both kids and adults. 

High Strikers 

High strikers have been a popular attraction among musclemen. High Strikers or the Hau-den-Lukas tests everyone claiming to be Mr. Strongman but not limited to the men. The crowd cheers loudest when a lady in Dirndl tries a hand on the striker.  

Tips For High Strikers

- Try your strength at the high strikers before slurping beer.

- The attraction is open to all.

Krinoline Oktoberfest Ride

The Krinoline rides were very famous during the 20th century. The original version of it only remains in the Munich Oktoberfest. The traditional brass band on the balcony provides a unique experience while riding one of the 16 gondolas under a red and blue tent decorated with string fairy lights and paintings. Enjoy the ride and bring back the nostalgic memories that it carries with it. 

Tips For Krinoline Ride

-The Krinoline may not have long queues, but the ride is worth a try.

-Take a lot of pictures to keep memories of you riding Krinoline, while enjoying the brass music.

Hexenschaukel Oktoberfest Ride

Hexenschaukel is one of the oldest Oktoberfest rides, amusing everyone since 1894. The ride confuses everyone, making them believe they are turning upside down. To create this illusion, the seats or the room are moved in the same or opposite directions. For many, the attraction has become a mandatory fascination to be at on the last day of Oktoberfest, reminiscing the glorious past. It is often called a “Witch's Swing.”

Tips For Hexenschaukel Ride 

- Enjoy the ride when sober.

- Take the ride with your friends.

Oktoberfest Thrilling Rides

All the thrilling rides at Oktoberfest are not for the weak-hearted. These theme park adventures require real courage and bravery, and they are a great way to enjoy the adventurous side of Oktoberfest.  

Achterbahn Oktoberfest Ride

Achterbahn, a figure-eight roller coaster ride, was first inaugurated in  1983. After a couple of hiccups, it became permanent in 2008. This thrilling ride accelerates to 80 km/h and descends with the trajectory of a falling stone. It is the second largest transportable roller coaster in the world and the first one of its kind featuring a real air-time hill. 

Tips For Ferris Achterbahn Ride

-It’s not for timid people or anyone with health issues.

-Avoid taking children on this ride.

- It is a paid ride.

Bayerntower Oktoberfest Ride

Bayerntower Oktoberfest is visible from afar, presenting a view of a life-sized tree. This ride replicates the Maypole scene, but the riders hang in the air. A total of 16 people can ride the Bayerntower at once. The participants get to the 80-meter height of this tower swing ride using an elevator. This ride is open for kids and adults at 65 km/h, providing a fantastic bird's eye view.

Tips For Bayerntower  Ride

-When the weather is clear, the ride presents a mesmerizing view of the Alps.

-This ride is especially recommended during the night. 

- the ride is available for adults and kids but not for weak hearts.

Skyfall Oktoberfest Ride

Skyfall Oktoberfest Ride is the largest mobile tower in the world. It gives you an adrenaline rush, just like bungee jumping, except this is a safe one. This drop tower goes up to 80 feet, and it has become one of the popular rides at Oktoberfest since its inception. The free-fall tower accommodates 24 guests at a time and presents a mesmerizing view. 

Tips For Skyfall Ride

-It is a paid ride open to adults and children.

- It used the safest mechanism without operating from the electricity.

Calypso Ride

The Calypso ride, inspired by the Carribean dancers, blends nostalgia and modern innovation. This classic addition to the Oide Wiesn features exotic seating that changes direction, spinning from one direction to another on the disc. It is a way to relive the glorious past of Oktoberfest while reliving the old times.  The Breakdancer rides are known to be the successors of Calypso rides, which use the basic mechanism of Calypso, with only four gondolas attached to a single point, making a total of sixteen. 

Tips For Calypso Ride

-If spinning causes you nausea, this ride is not for you. 

- For a nostalgic experience, Calypso is the it ride. 

Höhenrausch XXL Ride 

Höhenrausch XXL spins its gondolas up to 40 meters in the air and has been a regular source of amusement since 2017. The gondolas spin and move horizontally, swinging in the air, and the rider experiences a vertical 4 G acceleration. The ride intensifies the experience with zero gravity at the vertex, for which this ride is often synonymized with the monster ride. 

Tips For Höhenrausch XXL Ride 

-Both adults and children can enjoy the ride after paying an entry ticket. 

-This ride is not for you if you have a height phobia. 

Mr. Gravity Oktoberfest Ride

This ride is a relatively new addition to the Oktoberfest, which took place in Wiesn in 2003. The variation in the acceleration provides the rider with an unexpected thrill as the disc rotates along the x-axis while spinning.  The ride extends to the 20-meter height like a moving pan. 

Tips For Mr. Gravity Ride

-The ride is a perfect amusement to enjoy with the family.

- The cost of a ticket varies for children and adults. 

Predator Oktoberfest Ride

Predator, previously known as the Star Gate, made a permanent spot in Oktoberfest in 2018. This ride tests the nerves and is not for the weak-hearted. When the ride platform turns to the left, the gondolas drift to the right in the opposite direction. The platform flips when the adrenaline kicks in, rotating at the speed of 60 km/h.

Tips for Predator Oktoberfest Ride

- The ride is for passengers above the age of 12 and 1.40 meters (55 inches) tall.

- It is not for anyone with adverse health conditions.

Family Friendly Fun Areas

Family-friendly fun activities and rides are for adults to enjoy with young ones. This segment of amusements includes rides and virtual reality fun houses.

Dschungelcamp- Jungle Theme Fun House

The Jungle Book inspired showman Angelo Agtsch to create a mesmerizing world of Jungle Camp. This three-level adventure promises a maze over 200 meters in size to solve. This attraction skillfully uses water, fire, earth, and air. Before entering the interior of the temple-style complex, a 16-meter-long water parkour can also be enjoyed.

Dr. Archibald- A Virtual Reality Adventure

Dr. Archibald is a masterpiece on its own. It blends a run business and a ghost train, offering guests a chance to experience thrill, adventure, fun, and action. The attraction paints the story of Dr. Archibald, a history professor, archaeologist at its beginning, and inventor who has disappeared, and the task is to find him. This attraction is like a time machine taking you back to when you were only six. This ride is a time travel virtual reality fun to embrace adventure with 32 other guests. 

Crazy Outback

Crazy Outback is a two-story fun house attraction with an Australian-themed facade. It features wobbly beams, rolling floors, and various obstacles hanging from the ceiling. 

Crazy Island

Crazy Island has been part of Oktoberfest since 2014. It offers a long course with water parkour, an obstacle staircase, a rolling barrel, mirrors, and effects. The place is a great attraction for both children and adults. 

General Oktoberfest Ride Tips

• Oktoberfest has more than 80 rides and attractions, most of which are paid, with a few exceptions. Some rides charge for adult attendees, while others are free for children. 
• The cost of Oktoberfest varies as there are many attractions, like carousels, ghost trains, and a Ferris wheel. The beloved Alpina Bahn costs €10 to ride, while the Olympia Looping costs about €12.50.
• Few Oktoberfest rides, like Predators, have age and height restrictions.
• The Oktoberfest rides are dispersed all over the festival ground, with a few in the Oide Wiesn, and they are a great way to remember the old days of Oktoberfest.
• It is recommended to enjoy the Oktoberfest rides before slurping the steins filled with beer. 

Wrapping It Up!

Oktoberfest is a multi-facet event with more than just slurping Oktoberfest Beer and Bavarian food in your nicest lederhosen. The Oktoberfest rides and attractions are a must-go part of the venue to enjoy the panoramic Wiesn view or the Alps' glimpse. These rides and attractions allow you to experience the carnival side of Oktoberfest, which has classic and thrilling rides and attractive attractions.

FAQs

Are the rides at Oktoberfest free?

Very few rides at the Oktoberfest are free, and the price of each ride varies. Some of the cost for the rides are Skyfall adults ticket for 9,00 €, and children for 7,00 €, Break Dancer · 6,00 €; Crazy Outback · 5,00 €; Feldl's Teufelsrad · 5,00 €. Children, 1,00 €.

How many attractions are at Oktoberfest?

There are attractions, with only 80 different rides, foods, beer, games, and Photoshop booths. 

Which is the oldest ride at Oktoberfest?

The witch swing, first installed in 1894, is the oldest ride in the Oktoberfest fairground. It is generally known as the Hexenschaukel.