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PowerPark

Finland Alahärmä
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PowerPark is a large scale amusement park in Alahärmä, Finland. It is located along Highway 19, 66 kilometres (41 mi) north of Seinäjoki and 76 kilometres (47 mi) east of Vaasa. The park includes a karting track resembling an F1 circuit that has previously hosted the Karting World Championship. The resort additionally contains a restaurant, hotel, camping area with cottages and a variety of amusement rides. PowerPark was founded by Jorma Lillbacka, an entrepreneur and financier from Alahärmä, and according to estimates by Talouselämä magazine, Lillbacka has invested 100–200 million euros in the amusement park since its establishment. In 2015, PowerPark had as many as 450,000 visitors. In a study conducted by Taloustutkimus Oy, the PowerPark experience park was rated the best leisure center in Finland in 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The South Ostrobothnia Tourism Prize (Etelä-Pohjanmaan matkailupalkinto) was also awarded to PowerPark in 2010.

In 2007, a worker died after being hit by the Typhoon ride. According to the news, she was retrieving a shoe. After the incident, the park was closed earlier than usual and both workers and customers were given crisis aid.

In 2007, a worker died after being hit by the Typhoon ride. According to the news, she was retrieving a shoe. After the incident, the park was closed earlier than usual and both workers and customers were given crisis aid.

The Riding Centre of PowerPark started its operations in 2008. The centre is located in a peaceful place, behind a small woods, in the vicinity of PowerPark. The Riding Centre will provide horse treks of different kinds in South Ostrobothnian landscapes. [ citation needed ]

In the spring of 2016, a harness racing track was completed at PowerPark. Its curves are gentle, there are no elevation changes, and the banking allows for fast trotting even in the corners.

In Härmä, the old harness racing track, located two kilometers from the Powerpark track, is still in use as well. PowerPark is set to host the prestigious Kuninkuusravit harness racing championship in 2028 together with the old racing track in Härmä.