WDWNT Back to the Future LIVE! – Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland (and Almost Epcot)
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Creator's Key Takeaways
Matterhorn Bobsleds is considered to be the world's first ever steel roller coaster.
It's not only a Disney feat, this is a first in the world, first ever steel roller coaster.
The Matterhorn when complete stood 147 ft high, exactly 1/100 of the real thing at 14,700 ft.
The total bill was $1.5 million, a real expense back in 1959 and 25% of the budget spent on the park when it opened.
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Visit the Matterhorn at Disneyland to experience the world's first steel roller coaster.
✓Appreciate the historical significance and innovative design of the attraction.
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat is the history of the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland?
QWhy was the Matterhorn never replicated at other Disney parks?
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