Caumasee funicular, Mountain funicular in Grisons, Switzerland
The Caumasee funicular is a cable railway in Grisons that runs between the valley floor and a mountain lake. It climbs the steep slope and provides direct access to the lake and the surrounding recreation area.
The railway opened in 1939 and underwent major renovation in 1988, maintaining the connection to the lake for over eight decades. This upgrade kept the system functional and safe for future generations.
The funicular links the valley to a popular destination and shows how Switzerland makes remote natural areas accessible to visitors. It has become part of the daily experience for people exploring this region.
The railway operates from May through October between the valley and the lake. The starting point is about a 10-minute walk from the town, and from the top you can hike or swim.
The lake at the top sits on debris from one of the largest prehistoric rockslides in the Alps. This geological foundation makes the location scientifically noteworthy.
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