The French winter sports resort of Chamrousse, which has been popular since the 1968 Winter Olympics, opened a new highlight for its guests: a modern four-season toboggan run from Sunkid. The monorail toboggan run of the “Mountain Coaster 2.0” generation is a prime example of future-oriented leisure activities in the Alps—usable year-round and with smart ride assistance distance control for maximum safety and fun.

With a descent length of almost 640 meters, a height difference of 94 meters and an average gradient of 15%, the coaster offers action-packed curves, tunnels, and dynamic “waves.” Maximum speed is up to 40 km/h. A total of 30 vehicles ensures a high throughput capacity—ideal for busy days in both summer and winter seasons.

A Sunkid mountain conveyor (length: around 260 meters) is used for transportation to the starting area—convenient for operators and passengers alike. While an automatic exit conveyor ensures a smooth process at the end of the route, the roofed traffic circle storage area protects the vehicles from all weather conditions. This means that every passenger has a dry and snow-free seat when boarding and can enjoy the generous and ergonomic space right from the start, even when wearing ski boots or winter boots.

With the new digital service and maintenance app “MOCO pro,” the operating staff is able to keep track of every toboggan at all times. Error messages are delivered directly to their smartphone or tablet, where they can also check the status of maintenance, software, and battery charge. From the smartphone, operators can control the lighting and belt buckle and can even print out maintenance logs.

The installation was planned and implemented by Sunkid and Caratelli, the French sales partner for the Mountain Coaster. The project blends harmoniously into the surroundings and was realized with special consideration for ecological aspects. During the approval process, the project received broad approval at both municipal and regional levels—a sign of the future viability of such investments in the Alpine region with its tourism infrastructure. With the Mountain Coaster 2.0, Chamrousse has positioned itself as a four-season destination. 

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