10 LOST Rides of Busch Gardens Williamsburg REVEALED

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has been home to a wide range of attractions since opening in 1975. Over the years, many rides have come and gone. Each one playing a part in shaping the park’s identity and guest experience.

From the iconic suspended thrills of Big Bad Wolf to the ambitious simulator Questor, these attractions pushed boundaries and left lasting impressions. Die Wildkatze brought early coaster excitement to the Oktoberfest area, while Curse of DarKastle combined practical effects with digital technology in an innovative dark ride.

Some rides, like the Eagle One monorail, served a unique purpose by connecting the park to the nearby brewery, while others, such as Wild Maus and Das Kätzchen, offered smaller-scale thrills for families. Even the short lived coaster Drachen Fire continues to be remembered for its bold and dramatic design.

Look back at 10 lost rides from Busch Gardens Williamsburg, exploring their history, impact, and what ultimately replaced them. Each one played a role in the park’s ongoing story of innovation, reinvention, and change.


00:00 - The Old Country
00:34 - Das Kätzchen
03:22 - Glissade
05:56 - Die Wildkatze
08:48 - Eagle One
11:24 - Questor
15:09 - Drachen Fire
19:27 - Wild Maus
22:15 - Big Bad Wolf
25:41 - Curse of DarKastle
28:50 - Mäch Tower
32:12 - Building a Legacy

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