Hansa-Park in Northern Germany announces an exciting addition: a six-launch family coaster set to open in 2026. Director Christoph Andreas Leicht revealed the plans in a YouTube video. Alongside this, the Palacio de Braga emerges as a sustainable marvel, hinting at more surprises to come.
New Family Coaster: Six Launches Set for 2026
Hansa-Park will launch its eighth roller coaster in 2026. Built by German manufacturer Gerstlauer, the family coaster rises to 18 meters and seats twenty passengers per train. The 570-meter ride features three forward and three backward launches, reaching a top speed of 50 kilometers per hour. Located in the Bezauberndes Britannien themed area, it joins attractions like the Highlander freefall tower, the Nessie looping coaster, the Royal Scotsman junior coaster, and the Mini-Autos. The team is already designing the front car to enhance its thematic appeal.
Best Kept Secret: Beyond Just a Coaster
Christoph Andreas Leicht, director and owner of Hansa-Park, introduced the new coaster as the first chapter of the „Best Kept Secret“ project. Construction of this fourth family coaster in the park has already started, with an opening planned during the 2026 season. Leicht emphasized that the Palacio de Braga lays the groundwork for additional attractions. He promised that the full project will exceed visitors’ expectations, with further reveals still in store.
Palacio de Braga: Sustainability Meets Grandeur
At the park’s entrance, the Palacio de Braga takes shape, inspired by a Portuguese palace. Its facade comprises thousands of handcrafted elements, produced in Portugal and tailored to match the original design using custom templates. Despite sub-zero temperatures, construction progresses as workers heat concrete and adhesive to ensure proper curing and secure installation. Once the scaffolding and tarps are removed, this structure will stand as the most impressive single building in the Hanse in Europa themed area.
Energy Future: Solar Power and Heating in Focus
The Palacio de Braga embraces cutting-edge sustainability. A photovoltaic system with 227 modules is being installed on its roof, generating 100,000 kilowatt-hours annually. Technicians lay cables, secure modules, and test connections to cover the entire rooftop. This energy will power nearly the entire park with self-produced renewables during summer months. Inside, two air-source heat pumps with large buffer tanks provide eco-friendly heating and cooling. A separate gas boiler feeds a district heating network, supporting other buildings with backup warmth, enhanced by smart waste heat recovery from cooling and compressed air systems.
