Europe's longest and fastest suspended family coaster has opened
DrageKongen opened at Djurs Sommerland in May 2017, fulfilling its promise as Europe's longest and fastest suspended family coaster. The 825-metre Intamin ride paired family accessibility with a top speed of 85 km/h.
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When DrageKongen opened in May 2017, Djurs Sommerland gained a new signature ride tied directly to its record promise. The Intamin coaster was presented as Europe's longest and fastest suspended family coaster, measuring 825 metres, rising 30 metres and reaching 85 km/h. That mix made the opening stand out. DrageKongen was built as a family attraction, yet its speed and scale sat well above many traditional family coasters. For visitors, it offered a ride that remained broadly approachable while still carrying enough force and pace to catch the attention of coaster fans. The 12 million euro investment gave Wild Asia a clear centrepiece and strengthened Djurs Sommerland's coaster line-up, which already counted five rides before DrageKongen arrived. Test-ride videos soon circulated online, giving enthusiasts material to compare the new coaster with other European family thrill rides. In a broader sense, the opening marked a moment when Djurs Sommerland pushed its profile beyond Denmark more strongly. DrageKongen was not only a new attraction, but a record-holder that helped place the park more firmly on the European theme park map.