The wheel reaches a total height of 60 meters, making it one of the tallest transportable observation wheels in Europe.
The entire structure is assembled without permanent foundations, relying on a complex ballast system to ensure stability.
Its gondolas are fully enclosed and climate-controlled to provide comfort in both peak summer heat and cooler evening sea breezes.
The wheel uses thousands of LED lights that can be programmed for various color sequences and festive displays.
The Wheel of Venice is a 60-meter-tall portable observation wheel located in the heart of Lido di Jesolo. It features 42 air-conditioned gondolas, each capable of seating six passengers. The structure provides panoramic views of the Adriatic coastline, the Venetian lagoon, and the town of Jesolo. It is engineered to be mobile, allowing for dismantling and transport, though it serves as a long-term summer fixture in Piazza Brescia. The ride completes several rotations during a single boarding cycle. Night illumination consists of integrated LED lighting systems that change patterns after dark.
From the pedestrian walkways of Piazza Brescia, looking up at the wheel against the backdrop of the evening sky.
Board shortly before sunset to capture both the daytime coastal vistas and the transition to the illuminated evening skyline.
Check the local weather forecast, as high winds occasionally trigger temporary operational pauses for safety.
Avoid riding during the peak mid-day heat of July and August if you prefer to avoid the glare of the sun through the gondola glass.
Operates seasonally from spring through early autumn; closed during the winter months.
