Mendel Funicular, Funicular railway in Kaltern an der Weinstraße, Italy.
The Mendel Funicular extends 2.3 kilometers through the mountainous terrain, reaching an elevation difference of 850 meters at a 64 percent grade.
Swiss engineer Emil Strub constructed this transportation system in 1903, making it the first electric-powered cable car in the Tyrol region of Austria.
The funicular station buildings display early 20th-century architectural elements that reflect the regional construction methods of South Tyrol.
The funicular operates daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM at twenty-minute intervals, with tickets priced at 10 euros for round trips.
The railway system maintains its position as one of Europe's longest continuous cable cars, completing each journey in twelve minutes.
Location: Kaltern an der Weinstraße
Official opening: October 19, 1903
GPS coordinates: 46.41250,11.21944
Latest update: September 18, 2025 15:29
These funicular railways cross steep slopes and connect cities with mountain summits. From historic lines in old quarters to modern installations in the Alps, each route provides different views of its region. The technical facilities transport passengers across elevation differences of up to 710 meters.
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