The first Family Launch Coaster in Europe has been further teased by Vekoma Rides on its Instagram page sporting a black track looping around itself.

This latest creation will be called Lightning, opening at the Swedish amusement park Furuviksparken, located close to the Bothnain Sea and two hours north of Stockholm during the 2023 season.


The Family Launch Coaster is one of Vekoma’s newest models – launching riders within three seconds to a top speed of 46 mph (75 km/h. Lightning will cover a distance of 1410ft (430 meters) and top out at 54ft (16.4-meters.) 

The fun doesn’t stop there as the ride accelerates through the station and goes on for another round at the same speed. Lightning is a fast ride but it is built with families in mind.

Image: Vekoma