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The Cú Chulainn Coaster
The legendary Cú Chulainn Coaster is calling. Are you brave enough to answer? Get ready for a truly epic rollercoaster experience inspired by Ireland’s greatest mythological hero.
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Ride typeThrill ride, rollercoaster, big drops -
LocationAdventure Zone -
Ride statusOpen -
Ticket typeAll Access -
Height requirementsMinimum 1.2m -
Suitable forThrill-seekers -
Seasonal availabilitySpring, Summer, Halloween
Simply unmissable
Cú Chulainn is a warrior hero with magical powers and a legendary figure in Irish mythology. Emerald Park is proud to be the home of The Cú Chulainn Coaster, Ireland’s first rollercoaster. Opened in 2015, the Cú Chulainn Coaster is one of the biggest and most impressive attractions in Emerald Park.
The towering statue of Cú Chulainn is the first thing you’ll see as you pull into the car park and you’ll hear the exciting roar of the wooden ride’s acoustics as you walk through the gates. The legendary figure of Cú Chulainn is emblazoned across the front of the rollercoaster as he leads his passengers on an epic and thrilling warrior’s quest. There is an 32m drop at the peak of the coaster and it is a free fall gravity ride from that point onwards, with a thrilling 90 degree turn at the halfway point of the ride. Hold on tight and get ready to scream!
Suitability
Suitable for thrill-seeking kids, tweens, teens and adults. Suitable for wheelchair users who can walk with assistance.
Restrictions
To participate on this attraction, the lap bar must close. Guests must be able to maintain the proper riding position, grip handholds, keep upright, and brace as required. Suitable footwear (flat shoes only) must be worn. Pregnant guests, guests with a cast/splint/air boot/brace, and guests with a pre-existing injury or health condition cannot participate. This ride contains flash photography.
FAQs about Cú Chulainn
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What is The Cú Chulainn Coaster?
The Cú Chulainn Coaster is Ireland’s first and only major wooden rollercoaster. Inspired by Cú Chulainn, one of the greatest heroes of Irish mythology, the ride features a 31.4-metre drop, a gravity-powered descent and a thrilling 90-degree turn.
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When did the Cú Chulainn Coaster open?
The Cú Chulainn Coaster opened at Emerald Park in 2015.
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How long is the Cú Chulainn Coaster?
The Cú Chulainn Coaster has a track length of 1,081 meters, and the ride lasts approximately 2 minutes and 45 seconds.
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How fast is the Cú Chulainn Coaster?
The Cú Chulainn roller coaster reaches speeds of up to 90 km/h.
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How tall is the Cú Chulainn Coaster?
The Cú Chulainn Coaster features a 32-metre life height. Riders must be at least 1.2 metres tall to experience the coaster.
