Thunderbird, Wooden roller coaster in PowerPark, Kauhava, Finland
Thunderbird is a wooden roller coaster at PowerPark that winds through the landscape with steep drops and sharp turns. The ride carries passengers through multiple sections designed to deliver both speed and changes in elevation.
The roller coaster opened in 2006 and marked an important moment when a major American builder decided to bring this type of ride to Northern Europe for the first time. This decision helped establish PowerPark as a significant amusement destination in Finland.
Finnish carpenters demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship during construction, utilizing 1,000 cubic meters of wood, 750,000 bolts, and 1.8 million nails.
Visitors should know there are height requirements for riding and the coaster may close during bad weather conditions. Checking current operating conditions before visiting helps ensure you can experience the attraction.
This coaster sits at an unusually far northern latitude, making it a rare type of attraction for this region of the world. Many visitors find the combination of extreme northern location with this kind of thrill ride surprising.
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