Overview
- Plohn officially opened the 535-meter water coaster Dønnervind on Friday, a family-oriented ride that reaches more than 50 km/h and requires a minimum rider height of 1.10 meters.
- The park says the attraction cost €11.5 million, its largest single investment in 30 years and a centerpiece of this season’s anniversary program.
- Manufacturer Mack Rides and the operator describe the layout as a world novelty because it uses magnetic launches to accelerate the train twice out of the water.
- The opening fits a wider regional trend: Belantis’ new operator has announced a roughly €100 million overhaul and an Asterix rebrand while Sonnenlandpark added a 35-meter experience pyramid for its anniversary.
- Travelcircus rankings show Plohn remains the top-rated park in Saxony but slipped nationally from 11th to 13th place, underscoring why parks are chasing larger investments to grow attendance.