Marzilibahn, Funicular railway in Mattenhof-Weissenbühl district, Bern, Switzerland
The Marzilibahn funicular spans 105 meters, connecting the Marzili district at 504 meters altitude to the Federal Palace of Switzerland at 539 meters altitude.
Inaugurated on July 18, 1885, the funicular initially operated using water ballast from the city stream until its conversion to electric power in 1974.
The funicular serves both residents and visitors, providing direct access between the Federal Parliament building and the recreational areas along the Aare River.
Two red cars transport up to 30 passengers each between stations every three minutes, with the complete journey taking approximately one minute.
The system operates on a single track where the counterbalanced cars cross midway, making it one of the shortest funicular railways in European transportation.
Location: Bern
Location: Mattenhof-Weissenbühl
Location: Sandrain
Location: Bern
Official opening: July 18, 1885
GPS coordinates: 46.94556,7.44250
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:12
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