Kurwaldbahn, Funicular railway in Bad Ems, Germany
The Kurwaldbahn runs along a 220-meter track, climbing 132 meters in elevation with two cars operating simultaneously on a single track with a passing loop.
Established in 1979, this modern funicular replaced the previous Malbergbahn transport system, which had ceased operations due to maintenance requirements and aging infrastructure.
The railway connects visitors to the Bismarckturm observation point, where people gather to observe the surrounding Rhineland-Palatinate landscape and natural environment.
Operating daily from 06:15 to 22:30, each car accommodates 25 passengers and completes the journey in 70 seconds, providing regular service throughout the day.
The funicular achieves a maximum gradient of 78 percent, making it one of the steepest rail systems in the region while maintaining smooth operation.
Location: Rhineland-Palatinate
Inception: 1979
GPS coordinates: 50.33140,7.72487
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:57
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