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The Evolution of Classic “Break Dance”

Shake & Roll

Want to experience loops with a guaranteed thrill? Then Shake & Roll is just the thing for you! It’s definitely a highlight for adrenaline junkies. The gondolas can move freely back and forth, and the physics of the motion alone cause them to flip completely upside down.

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The “Shake and Roll” made its debut at Oktoberfest in 2026.

Here's what passengers can expect at “Shake and Roll”

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Else Schäfer’s “Shake & Roll” carousel is making its debut this year.

It’s an experience that transports you back to the golden age of rock ’n’ roll! Speed becomes an art form, physics an adventure, and every visit a special highlight. Marilyn Monroe and James Dean are right beside you as you spin around a giant ice cocktail! 
Forty people can enjoy the wild ride on the Shake & Roll at the same time, two to a gondola. Every ride is unique, because the number and intensity of the gondolas’ flips depend on the passengers’ weight and the operator’s driving style. That’s what makes the gondolas—which are no longer rigidly mounted but can move freely—so special.

The History of Shake & Roll

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Up to 40 people can enjoy the thrilling ride at the same time, two to a gondola.

The Shake & Roll is a modern evolution of the legendary “Break Dance,” a very popular ride from the 1990s. It was originally built by Mondial in 1991 as the “Break Dance.” The first modifications to create rollover gondolas took place in 1993. This laid the foundation for the ride’s current dynamic design. It wasn’t until 2022 that the major upgrade took place—not only a fresh, 1950s-style look, but also technical upgrades such as reduced power consumption, safety enhancements, and free flips.