Cú Chulainn, Wooden roller coaster at Emerald Park in Ashbourne, County Meath, Ireland.
This wooden roller coaster stands 32 meters tall and reaches speeds of 90 kilometers per hour over 1,092 meters of track, featuring sharp turns, airtime hills, tunnels, and a notable 115-degree overbanked turn that creates an inversion-like sensation.
The coaster opened on June 6, 2015, as part of a €26 million investment in Emerald Park, constructed by The Gravity Group and Gravitykraft Corporation, marking a significant milestone as Ireland's only wooden roller coaster.
Named after the legendary Irish mythological hero Cú Chulainn, the coaster incorporates Gaelic symbols and motifs throughout its theming, celebrating Irish folklore and cultural heritage while educating visitors about ancient Celtic legends.
The ride operates seasonally with a capacity of approximately 700 riders per hour, requires a minimum height of 120 centimeters, and provides a three-minute experience with safety harnesses and trained staff supervision.
This coaster holds the distinction of being Ireland's only wooden roller coaster and won the 'Best New Ride' award from the Golden Ticket Awards in 2015, consistently ranking among the top fifty wooden coasters internationally.
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