Nigloland is an amusement park located in Dolancourt in the French county

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. Nigloland was created by two brothers, Patrice and Philippe Gélis. The park opened June 1, 1987. The name "Nigloland" comes from its mascot, "Niglo", meaning

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. The park is divided into four areas: "The Canadian village", "The rock'n'roll village," "The magical village" and "The Swiss village".

Rides

The park is home to 39 rides, including: * Le Donjon, a 100 m (328 feet)

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, the highest in France (2016) * Alpina Blitz, the first Megalite type Mega-coaster from Mack Rides (2014) * Air Meeting, the first

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sky-fly ride (2012) * La Grande Roue, a 50 m high Ferris wheel (2009) * Le Grizzli, the first European

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(1998)

Coasters

Current

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Old

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Water rides

Thrill rides

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L'hôtel des Pirates

In 2005, Nigloland opened its own hotel, "l'hôtel des pirates," composed of 30 rooms, a restaurant, a theater and a playground.

Notes

References

External links

* {{Authority control Amusement parks in France Aube Amusement parks opened in 1987 1987 establishments in France