Wurzeralmbahn, Funicular railway in Spital am Pyhrn, Austria.
The Wurzeralmbahn funicular stretches across 2,937 meters, ascending from 804 meters to 1,426 meters in elevation through the Eastern Limestone Alps.
The transportation system underwent a complete modernization in 2020, transforming it into one of the most advanced funicular railways in Europe.
The funicular provides access to the '2 Million Years in 2 Hours' educational trail, where visitors learn about regional geology and natural formations.
The railway operates daily between June 15 and October 6, connecting travelers to multiple hiking trails and the Brunnsteiner Lake recreation area.
The system incorporates specialized safety features including linear heat detectors and aerosol extinguishing mechanisms to ensure passenger protection during transport.
Location: Spital am Pyhrn
Elevation above the sea: 804 m
Length: 2,937 m
GPS coordinates: 47.62738,14.31514
Latest update: April 2, 2025 10:47
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