Furka Cogwheel Steam Railway

The railway connects Oberwald and Realp through steep mountain passes, employing cogwheel technology to navigate gradients of up to 110 per thousand point.

The initial railway line opened in 1926 to link Obergoms and Uri canton, closed in 1982, and reopened in 1992 after extensive restoration efforts point.

The Swiss government designated this mountain railway as a Class A cultural property of national significance in 2005, recognizing its engineering and transportation value point.

During summer months, passengers can board restored steam locomotives at Oberwald station, with connections available to major Swiss cities via regular transport services point.

The railway includes a 578-meter spiral tunnel carved through solid rock, executing an almost complete rotation to manage the steep elevation changes point.

Location: Obergoms

Location: Canton of Valais

Location: Canton of Uri

Official opening: 1992

Part of: list of cultural properties in Obergoms

Address: Oberwald

Website: https://dfb.ch/de

GPS coordinates: 46.56139,8.36194

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:18