End of an era: Beto Carrero ends historic attraction operation

The Beto Carrero World, in Penha (SC), is preparing a major change in two of its best-known roller coasters. The historic Star Mountain will be decommissioned next Sunday (13), while FireWhip will return to receive visitors on Monday (14), after undergoing a renovation of more than R $ 24 million.

Beto Carrero’s Elephant Will Stay in the Park Until the Final Judgment

Star Mountain, which opened in the 1990s, has been in operation for more than three decades and was the first roller coaster purchased by the park’s founder. On Sunday, visitors can still normally use the attraction until 6 pm. After that, a final round will be held in a programming aimed at guests, journalists and influencers.

FireWhip wins 194 tons of new equipment

While one of the attractions bids farewell, another returns completely renewed. FireWhip, known to have been Latin America’s first inverted roller coaster, was closed for about three months for an extensive modernization process.

According to the information released by the park, the rails were completely replaced and approximately 194 tons of new equipment were installed. The reform also included new magnetic brakes and an automation platform developed in the Netherlands.

About 140 professionals participated in the work, carried out in three shifts. Before the release to the public, FireWhip underwent more than 160 hours of testing, including passengerless travel and simulations with loads equivalent to the maximum capacity of the carts.

Faster and more comfortable

According to the Beto Carrero World, the changes were planned to make the ride smoother and faster, without removing the radical features that made the attraction known.

The new FireWhip will be officially unveiled during Sunday’s schedule, but the opening to the public will take place on Monday, September 14.

With the change, the weekend marks at the same time the farewell of one of the park’s oldest attractions and the beginning of a new phase for one of its main roller coasters.