Discover Dawson Duel
Our tips:
- Challenge someone
- Enjoy the view
- Mind the steps
Dawson Duel
Dawson Duel is an alpine coaster in the Canada zone. According to the park, it is the very first Duelling Alpine Coaster in the world on a non-natural slope and a European first. The ride opened in 2017.
The concept
On a regular alpine coaster you ride a little cart along a rail down a mountain. At Dawson Duel there are two tracks side by side, so you can race each other. As there are no mountains in Ypres, the park built its own 25-metre-high tower.
The Experience
After the climb to the top, you take your seat in your cart. After the starting signal (3-2-1 … go!) you ride down a 450-metre track at up to 40 km/h. Who will reach the bottom first? An on-ride photo is taken during the ride.
Discover Dawson Duel
Challenge someone
The name says it all: you race down next to another cart. Agree beforehand who buys the loser an ice cream.
Enjoy the view
You walk up to the top at a height of 25 metres, above the treetops. Take a moment to enjoy the view over the park.
Mind the steps
You reach the top via a staircase. Guests with disabilities must be able to climb the stairs themselves.
Visitor information
From 1.00 metre you can ride accompanied by an adult. From 1.20 metres you can ride alone. Children are measured with their shoes on. In the Bellewaerde app you can check in advance who is allowed on which ride. You must be able to get in and out independently. There is a separate entrance for guests with disabilities, but you must be able to take the stairs to the top yourself.
Fun for young and old
Dawson Duel is one of the most fun rides to do together. Combine it with Wakala and Niagara, which are also in Canada. Fancy a drink? At the Canadian Tea-Room you can sit on the terrace by the lake.
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