The Matterhorn Bobsleds opened at Disneyland in 1959. Disneyland’s Matterhorn was the very first tubular steel continuous track rollercoaster in the world. Because of this, the Matterhorn Bobsleds is an American Coaster Enthusiasts Coaster Landmark. When it opened, the attraction was part of Tomorrowland. However, in the early 1970s, the decision was made to make the attraction part of Fantasyland.

Sometimes guests can even see mountain climbers high up on the mountain. While there were years the climbers were not present, they returned to the mountain in 2012. Sometimes they can even be seen with characters such as Mickey Mouse.

Another interesting fact about the Matterhorn Bobsleds is there is actually a basketball half-court inside the mountain. It has been rumored that this was built in order for the structure to be considered an arena which would allow for its height; however, this rumor is not true. The basketball court was used by the mountain climbers during their breaks. I don’t believe the basketball court is still used today; however, the basketball goal is still there today.







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