Höjdskräcken, Drop tower ride at Liseberg, Sweden.
Höjdskräcken was a drop tower ride at Liseberg amusement park in Gothenburg, manufactured by S&S Worldwide. The machine propelled riders through a series of rapid drops and climbs at varying heights.
The attraction opened on April 15, 2000, and operated for over 15 years until October 2015. Its long period of service made it a familiar experience for many returning visitors to the park.
The Swedish name means 'fear of heights' and captures the nervous anticipation visitors felt before riding. This choice reflects how the ride played on people's psychological reactions.
The ride was located within the Liseberg park with easy access from the main entrance area. Visitors experienced the most dramatic sensation during clear weather when views of the surrounding city were most open.
On summer days, riders could see across Gothenburg from the tower's peak just before plunging downward. This moment of viewing the city from above before the rush created a distinctive part of the experience.
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