Fløibanen, Funicular railway in Bergen, Norway.
The Fløibanen railway carries passengers through an 850-meter track ascending Mount Fløyen, reaching a height of 320 meters above sea level.
The railway began operations on January 15, 1918, marking the beginning of enhanced transportation access between Bergen city center and Mount Fløyen.
The railway connects visitors to Mount Fløyen's network of walking paths, where local residents maintain traditions of outdoor recreation throughout seasons.
Passengers can purchase tickets at the lower station, tourist information centers, or through the official website for journeys lasting approximately eight minutes.
The railway operates with two carriages moving simultaneously in opposite directions, balanced through a sophisticated counterweight mechanism on a 26-degree incline.
Location: Bergen Municipality
Inception: January 15, 1918
Official opening: 1918
GPS coordinates: 60.39636,5.32842
Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:03
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