Zagreb Funicular, Public transport funicular in Lower Town, Croatia.
The Zagreb Funicular connects Lower Town with Upper Town over a short 66-meter stretch on two parallel tracks. Two blue cabins operate simultaneously in opposite directions, each carrying up to 28 passengers along this steep route.
The system was built in 1890 with steam power and was an innovative solution for the city's hilly terrain. In 1934, steam engines were replaced by electric motors, making the operation more modern and reliable.
The funicular retains its late 19th-century look and has been designated a protected cultural monument of the city. As you ride it, you can see the original details that show how transportation systems appeared in that era.
The ride takes only minutes and goes steeply uphill, so hold on firmly from the start. It is a short and intense experience that works well if you want to move quickly between the two parts of the city.
This is one of the world's shortest funiculars in public use. The extreme incline of over 50 percent makes every ride a noticeable experience, even though the distance is very short.
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