Theme park in Denmark opens 60-metre El Grito drop tower
At El Grito’s opening, Looopings described the 60-metre Funtime tower, its Mexican theme, speed and practical rider restrictions.
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The April 2024 opening article completes the build-up to El Grito Drop Tower. Looopings reported that the 60-metre free-fall tower at Djurs Sommerland had officially opened. The Mexican themed area therefore gained a clear new landmark: a tower from Austrian manufacturer Funtime, with theming by Leisure Expert Group. The attraction combines height, speed and themed surroundings, with riders dropping at a reported 100 kilometres per hour.
For visitors, the article also included practical details. El Grito is aimed at thrill seekers and has a minimum height requirement of 140 centimetres, as well as a maximum weight limit. Early rides were shown in video footage with test riders, giving the park an immediate visual way to present the new experience. The same report also noted positive news for Djurs Sommerland beyond the attraction itself: a controversial nearby biogas plant would not be built. That meant the opening coincided with broader relief for the park and its future development plans.