The Madrid Amusement Park, located in Casa de Campo since 1968, is preparing for a historic change. The City Council has announced that in September 2027, when the current contract expires, it will put the concession out to public tender. The goal is to modernize the venue with new attractions, improve accessibility, and reduce energy consumption, all without eliminating existing green areas.
Technology and efficiency for the new park 🎢
The park's renovation will seek to integrate energy efficiency systems, such as LED lighting and motion sensors, as well as attractions with lower electrical consumption. Accessibility will be a priority, with ramps and signage adapted for people with reduced mobility. The new concessionaire must assume these investments, which also include the digitalization of queues and payments, while the City Council will limit itself to overseeing compliance with the tender specifications.
The new operator pays for the party, we just watch 💸
So, while Madrilenians wait patiently for 2027 to arrive, the future concessionaire is already sharpening their checkbook. Because yes, the private sector pays for the modernization, but the excitement of seeing cranes and construction work will be free for everyone. That said, don't expect the City Council to cough up a single euro from its pocket; here, the only public investment will be our patience to see if the new roller coaster doesn't get stuck halfway.