Falkenburgbahn

The Falkenburgbahn was a funicular railway that linked Bad Herrenalb train station with the Falkenburg Clinic higher up the hillside. The short line negotiated a steep slope and transported visitors between the valley floor and the medical facility above.

This automated funicular opened in 1998 as a modern transport solution serving the clinic for years. Its operations ceased in 2012, ending the regular shuttle service between the train station and the medical facility.

The funicular represented the integration of medical tourism infrastructure in Baden-Württemberg, connecting visitors to health facilities in the Black Forest region.

The line operated throughout the day, making the journey convenient for patients and day visitors attending the clinic. The short distance meant visitors could walk the route if preferred, though the funicular saved considerable time and effort.

The cabin had a leveling system that kept passengers sitting upright as the tracks climbed extremely steep slopes. This engineering detail made the ride smoother and more comfortable for elderly and less mobile clinic visitors.