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The Gothenburg Wheel

A major Gothenburg landmark and tourist attraction opens in May when a 60m Ferris wheel is erected on Kanaltorget square, next to the Gothenburg Opera House and the foot of Avenyn, the main city street. With 42 capsules and a ride lasting 3-4 revolutions and 12-15 minutes, the Gothenburg Wheel will give visitors a brand new perspective of the city.

The Gothenburg Wheel will become a reality in May

The 60-metre high Ferris wheel, which was planned for the site next to the Gothenburg Opera House, will now become reality. At the end of May, it's time for the premier ride on this new city attraction.
The wheel, which will be the first of its kind in Scandinavia, will be erected on the square Kanaltorget, by the water and next to the Gothenburg Opera House, and will become a spectacular landmark leading onto the city's main street, Avenyn. A ride will enable guests to see Gothenburg from a brand new perspective.

Facts about the wheel:

* 60 metres high (Comparison: Liseberg's Ferris wheel 24 metres)
* 42 glazed capsules, 8 seats in each, 336 seats in total.
* The attraction will be open all year round.
* The capsules have climate control systems.
* Capacity: 1200 persons/hour.
* Weight: 275 tonnes
* A ride lasts 3-4 revolutions and takes 12-15 minutes.
* Ticket prices: adults 85 SEK, children 60 SEK (up to age 16), under 4s free.

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