Oceana Water World Takes Shape – Opening Envisioned for Early 2027

(eap) Around two and a half years after the devastating fire, the new Oceana water park at Sweden’s Liseberg amusement park in Gothenburg is visibly taking shape. The pools are filling with water, the first attractions are being brought into operation, and almost 100 trees and plants have been installed beneath the translucent roof. While the final construction and installation work continues, the technical systems are being tested and gradually commissioned. This is intended to ensure that the facility meets the high standards set for safety, quality and guest experience. The water park is scheduled to open in early 2027, with the first tickets set to go on sale at the end of November 2026.

“Oceana will be a long-awaited addition to Gothenburg’s tourism offering and will strengthen the destination, particularly during the quieter months of the year. It has been a long journey. Seeing how closely Oceana now matches our original vision is a wonderful feeling,” says Andreas Andersen, CEO of Liseberg.

A total of three children’s areas will be on hand for the youngest guests. | Photo: Courtesy of Liseberg Oceana will cover an area of 13,600 square meters, including 6,000 square meters indoors and 4,000 square meters outdoors. Plans include four major water slide attractions, a family-friendly lazy river, a wave pool and three children’s areas. The four main attractions are the “Rex”, “Hydra”, “Abyss” and “Serpent” water slides supplied by WhiteWater. Rex, a Master Blaster slide, will feature a 13-meter drop. “Oceana will be something truly unique. I don’t think many people can yet imagine what awaits them here. We have built some really cool attractions,” Andersen adds.

With its year-round water park, Liseberg aims to expand its offering as a visitor destination – which currently attracts around three million guests per year – over the long term. ■