We loved this super fast coaster on a beautiful mountain near Lugano. It has lots of loops, making for an exhilarating ride. We were also happy to find it much cheaper than other similar coasters around Switzerland. So our budget could fit a couple rides per person, instead of just one.

• Length: 1000m

• Style: double rail coaster

• Cost: CHF 5/ride + gondola return ticket

• Website: www.montetamaro.ch

• Location: near Lugano in Ticino, see on map

We had a difficult hike ahead the Monte Tamaro peak (well worth it!). So I wanted to leave the coaster as a reward for afterwards. But we wanted to avoid the afternoon lines . So instead we were the first customers as they opened and rode twice without any wait at all.

We were there in October in icy cold weather, so gloves were much appreciated when using the hand-brakes.

See our review of Monte Tamaro.