Tunnel for Children on the Playground - Discover TUNELO Products and Their Benefits

In this article, we will explore a beloved attraction of many playgrounds: the slope tunnels from the TUNELO products group.

Tunnel for Children as a New Attraction

Play is not just about movement but also about discovering new spaces and experiences. The TUNELO products consists of stainless steel tunnels buried in the ground, which blend naturally into the landscape of a playground. Thanks to them, an ordinary slope transforms into a secret hideout, and every journey through the tunnel becomes a small adventure. These tunnels are easy to install, require no maintenance due to the use of stainless steel, and are completely safe for play. They provide sensory experiences crucial for a child's development.

TUNELO - What Are Slope Tunnels?

What is a Tunelo playground tunnel? Tunelo is a prefabricated stainless steel module pipe, available in various lengths (from 2 m up to 5 m), designed for installation in natural or shaped slopes. Each tunnel has a sloped entrance and exit (an oval-shaped opening angled at 30°), allowing children to enter and exit easily without the risk of hitting their heads on the upper edge. The sloped entry and exit enable seamless integration of the tunnel into the surroundings, ensuring the slope gently transitions into the tunnel. The matte finish provides a pleasant interior texture, while the PN-EN 1176-1:2017 certification guarantees the highest safety standards.

Why Do Children Love Tunnels?

For children, climbing, crawling, or squeezing through narrow passages is primarily an exciting adventure full of surprises.

• Discovery: After passing through the tunnel, the child encounters a new view, the touch of cool metal, or unexpected light.
• Sensory Experiments: feeling different textures, playing with sounds (echoes), and exploring light encourage curiosity.
• Integration: group play, where one child guides another through a "secret passage," fosters empathy and social skills. Children can also use the tunnel for games like tag, hide-and-seek, obstacle races, and more.

Advantages of the TUNELO Playground Tunnel

• Motor Development - rolling, crawling, and slithering strengthen full-body muscles.
• Coordination - navigating narrow passages teaches movement planning and body control. Positioning correctly and the satisfaction of conquering the entire tunnel.
• Creativity - children invent their own play scenarios: a train, dinosaur cave, escape route during tag, or a quick hideout for hide-and-seek.
• Safety - stainless steel and proper installation depth minimize fall and collision risks. It?s one of the safest play structures you can install on a playground.

Already Have a Slope on Your Playground? TUNELO Is the Perfect Choice!

Tunnels are a great way to make use of existing slopes and varied terrain on your playground, adding extra fun and functionality. Preparing the ground for installation is easy, and the result blends more naturally and organically than an artificially created slope.

Children's Tunnel Installation - Step-by-Step Guide

1. Site Preparation - choose a location with a natural or shaped slope matching the tunnel's length.
2. Excavation and Placement - position the module in the excavation, maintaining level and entry angle.
3. Backfilling - tightly fill with soil, compact, and level the surface.
4. Finishing - sow grass or use fine gravel to help the tunnel blend into the environment. Alternatively, you can cover the slope with a rubber safety surface.
5. Handover - check installation stability, ensure everything is ready, then invite children to test it!

TUNELO Offer - Choose Your Playground Tunnel

Our wide selection allows you to choose a tunnel length perfectly suited to your playground project. Shorter tunnels work well for smaller slopes. Multiple tunnels can be combined into a mini labyrinth. Longer tunnels offer greater adventure and excitement, allowing more children to pass through at once.

• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 200 - Sloped (Length 2.00 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 250 - Sloped (Length 2.50 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 300 - Sloped (Length 3.00 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 350 - Sloped (Length 3.50 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 400 - Sloped (Length 4.00 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 450 - Sloped (Length 4.50 m)
• Slope Tunnel TUNELO 500 - Sloped (Length 5.00 m)

Didn't find the size you were looking for? We also made custom length and shaped tunnels that can better fit your project. Please let us know, if you look for a custom tunnel. Each model is made entirely of 304 stainless steel (2 mm sheet thickness) and complies with the PN-EN 1176-1:2017 standard. If your project requires it, we also offer a wide range of tunnels with flat entrances.

Summary and Contact

TUNELO is not just a playground element but a true gateway to children's imagination. If you're planning a unique project, want to see the tunnel "in person," or have installation questions? feel free to contact us!

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