Taiga, Steel roller coaster at Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki, Finland
Taiga is a steel roller coaster at Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki, running across 1,104 meters of track with four inversions and reaching a maximum height of 52 meters. Two trains with 16 seats each operate on dual LSM launches that propel riders to speeds of 106 kilometers per hour.
The ride opened in 2019 as the park's largest single investment, replacing the former Vonkaputous water coaster that had operated before. This addition marked a major turning point in how the park expanded its attractions.
The ride sits in Finland's most visited amusement park, showing how Nordic entertainment venues evolve with modern engineering. Visitors here experience how cutting-edge attractions have become central to the park's identity and draw crowds year after year.
The course weaves between four existing rides and uses the park's limited space through a design of overbanked curves and steep drops. Expect longer lines on weekends and during peak season, especially in the afternoon.
The name Taiga refers to the northern coniferous forest of Finland, reflecting a connection to the local landscape and environment. This theme appears subtly in the ride's design, giving it a distinctive character within the park.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 2019
Official opening: June 18, 2019
Height: 52 m
Length: 1,104 m
GPS coordinates: 60.18829,24.93939
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:32
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