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Gerstlauer Amusement Rides: Creating Value Through Flexible Concepts
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or amusement parks, investing in a new attraction is about more than adding another ride. A new attraction can strengthen an
existing portfolio, address a specific audience and solutions for different park requirements.
Drakon: A New Chapter for Paultons Park One of the most prominent examples of this year is Drakon at Paultons Park in the UK. The custom Euro-Fighter forms the centrepiece of the new themed area Valgard: Realm of the Vikings. As introduces a new ride type and level of intensity to The striking vertical lift and beyond-vertical
drop are followed by a compact sequence of ride elements, while parts of the layout intertwine with Raven been re-themed for the new area.
Solutions for Different Park Strategies other projects that opened in 2026. At Mandoria Valtor expands the
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outdoor attraction. Its height makes Valtor clearly visible from a distance, creating a new visual landmark for the park while remaining aimed at a broad family audience. Its layout design and individual vehicles add a different coaster A different role is taken by the 100% Wolf
coasters while a backwards ride sequence adds a
the Cornwall Coaster combines seven launches with forward and backward sections in a compact layout, offering a 570m-long ride experience The interactive Flying Döner Sky Fly at
Karls Erlebnis-Dorf Oberhausen shows how distinctive theming can extend beyond the ride itself, connecting the attraction with the nearby restaurant. While these projects differ in size, ride type and
theming, each was developed to fit the individual concept and requirements of its park.
Looking Ahead This flexibility is particularly valuable when a single attraction needs to meet multiple requirements for is already developing a new family-oriented roller as a project for the upcoming Episodia theme park With a portfolio covering family coasters,
customised attractions that add new experiences long-term development strategy. IAAPA Expo Europe 2026: booth no. S2719
SEPTEMBER 2026
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