Heimwehfluhbahn, Heritage funicular railway in Interlaken, Switzerland.
The Heimwehfluhbahn is a funicular in Interlaken that carries passengers on a steep track just under 200 meters long with an elevation gain of roughly 90 meters. The summit station sits at around 660 meters and offers views across the Interlaken valley.
The system was built between 1903 and 1906 using components from Ludwig Von Roll Ironworks and electrical parts from Alioth & Company. This combination of Swiss industrial suppliers reflected the growth of mountain railway commerce in that period.
The funicular links the valley to a mountain station while showcasing craftsmanship from its founding era. Visitors experience a working example of the technical skills that defined Swiss mountain railway engineering in the early 1900s.
The journey takes roughly three minutes and the funicular operates daily, though hours vary by season. Visitors should know the track is very steep and sturdy shoes are recommended.
Halfway up, the two cabins meet at a passing loop and roll past each other - a fascinating feature of the design from that era. This moment is for many passengers one of the highlights of the ride.
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