Bakken
| amusement park | |
|---|---|
| |
| Location |  |
| Status | Operating |
| Opened | 1583 |
| Website | http://bakken.dk/ |
Bakken is a theme park located in Sjælland, Denmark. Opened in 1583, the park is the oldest theme park in existence, although no roller coasters were built until 1932.
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Name[edit | edit source]
The park's full name is "Dyrehavsbakken", but most of the locals call it "Bakken".
History[edit | edit source]
Bakken originally opened as a source for natural water. It soon became a destination for entertainment in Denmark.
Roller Coasters[edit | edit source]
The park's first roller coaster was built in 1932 and several more followed in the 1980's and 90's.
Roller coasters[edit | edit source]
Present[edit | edit source]
| Name | Manufacturer | Type | Opened | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariehønen | Zierer | Family | 1981 | Operating |
| Mine Train Ulven | Intamin | Family | 1997 | Operating |
| Racing | Zierer | Sit-Down | 1980s | Operating |
| Rutschebanen | Lebela | Wooden | May 16, 1932 | Operating |
| Tornado | Intamin | Spinning | April 9, 2009 | Operating |
| Vilde Mus | Mack Rides | Wild Mouse | March 29, 2012 | Operating |
Past[edit | edit source]
| Name | Manufacturer | Type | Opened | Closed | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| unknown | Bobsled | 1930s | ≤1950 | Defunct |
External links[edit | edit source]
- Bakken on the Roller Coaster DataBase.
