Discover Flight of the Hippogriff
Our tips:
- Bow to the hippogriff
- First roller coaster
- Tie your hair back
Flight of the Hippogriff
Flight of the Hippogriff is the family coaster of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. First you learn how to approach a hippogriff the proper way. Then you set off on a flight that twists and dives around the pumpkin patch and skims past Hagrid's hut.
The concept
A hippogriff has the head of an eagle and the body of a horse. In the queue you pass Hagrid's garden. The coaster was built by Mack Rides and, according to rcdb, is about 310 metres long and more than 12 metres high.
The Experience
The train goes up a chain lift and then dives through bends around the pumpkin patch. According to rcdb you reach about 47 kilometres per hour. There are no loops. You sit two side by side, with a lap bar.
Discover Flight of the Hippogriff
Bow to the hippogriff
First you learn how to approach a hippogriff politely. Do not forget to bow.
First roller coaster
Children can ride from 99 centimetres, with an adult. A lovely first coaster.
Tie your hair back
Tie back long hair and make sure loose clothing cannot flap about.
Visitor information
The minimum height is 99 centimetres. Children between 99 centimetres and 1.22 metres must be accompanied by an adult. The maximum weight is 136 kilos. There is a test seat in front of the entrance. Loose items such as your phone, cap or bag are not allowed; leave them with someone who is not riding. This attraction is part of Universal Express (sold separately), which lets you use a faster queue.
A breath of fresh air in Hogsmeade
Flight of the Hippogriff is a nice change after the Forbidden Journey. Afterwards, have a Butterbeer or a bite to eat at Three Broomsticks.
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