Funicular Collection (#4)

Italy, Piedmont, Biella, looking up at funicular station

Italy, Piedmont, Biella, funicular train between Biella Piano & Piazzo

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Portugal, Estremadura, Lisbon, Elevador da Gloria, the Gloria Funicular tram

Portugal, Estremadura, Lisbon, Bairro Alto, Elevador da Gloria, Funicular railway tram covered in graffiti

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Hungary, Pest County, Budapest, Siklo Funicular Buda, funicular railway station with EU, Hungary and Budapest flags above name sign

Torquay, Oddicombe Beach, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Torquay, Oddicombe Beach, late 19th-early 20th century. View of the beach at the resort of Babbacombe near Torbay on the south coast of Devon

Napoli - Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Hotel Bertolini E Funicolare Vomero, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Napoli - Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Hotel Bertolini E Funicolare Vomero, c1900. Ferdinand II commissioned Corso Vittorio Emanuele 1852 From " Napoli"

Murren Mountain Funicular Railway - Switzerland. The original Lauterbrunnen-Murren Mountain Railway opened in 1891 - it connects Lauterbrunnen with traffic-free Murren. Date: circa 1930

Folkestone. The Beach and Lifts, late 19th-early 20th century. Leas Lift, a funicular railway in Folkestone, Kent, was originally installed in 1885

Funicular to Montserrat

Electric funicular railway up to Mount Vesuvius in Naples, 1910

Vallvidrera Funicular Line, 1915 photograph, postcard published by ATV (Angel Tolra Viazo)

Vallvidrera Funicular, crossing the line, photography of 1915, edited by ATV postcard (Angel Tolra Viazo)

Vallvidrera Funicular, upper station, photograph of 1915, edited by ATV postcard (Angel Tolra Viazo)

Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Chateau Frontenac and a boat on the Saint Lawrence River; Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Scarborough Cliff railway Funicular

Port Soderick - Isle of Man - a small hamlet to the south of Douglas, capital of the Isle of Man, once famed for its pleasure grounds and beach

Monte to Funchal Wicker Toboggan - Madeira, Portugal
Wicker Toboggan transportation from the mountainous village of Monte, Island of Madeira, Portugal down to the Capital, Funchal

Paris Sacre Coeur
The church stands high on the butte de Montmartre, but you don t have to walk up the hill, theres a funicular to carry you for the price of a metro ticket. Date: circa 1904

Lourdes, France - Funiculaire du Pic du Jer - Grand Viaduc. Date: 1914

Funicular at Lynmouth Cliff 1909
Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway. 1909

Kintetsu Ikoma Cable Line - Nara Prefecture, Japan
Aerial view of the cable car ascending the slopes of Mount Ikoma, rising from Hozanji Station on the Kintetsu Ikoma Cable Line - Nara Prefecture, Japan (built in 1918). Date: circa 1922

Funicular / Paris 1930S
The famous funicular of Montmartre, Paris, shortly before its demolition for being too slow.The background shows the Church of the Sacred Heart. Date: 1930s

Funicular at Lynmouth Cliff 1904
The Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, Devon, saves holidaymakers a very long walk down to the sea. Date: 1904

Tibidabo funicular railway, Barcelona, Spain
Tibidabo funicular railway, Station Square, Barcelona, Spain, with a restaurant on the right. Date: circa 1905

Ukraine - Odessa - Funicular Railway Date: circa 1910s

Monte Serrat, Santos, Sao Paulo state, Brazil
View of Monte Serrat in the city of Santos, Sao Paulo state, Brazil, with a funicular railway in operation. Date: 1920s

Funicular Railway at Interlaken, Interlaken-Oberhasli
Funicular Railway, Thought to be at Interlaken, Interlaken-Oberhasli, Switzerland. Date: 1920s

Funicular railway, Mount Vesuvius, Italy. Date: late 19th century

Funicular railway, Vesuvius, Italy
Funicular railway climbing a slope of Mount Vesuvius, Italy. Date: late 19th century

Funicular, Mount Vesuvius, Italy
People riding on the Funicular, going up Mount Vesuvius, Italy. Date: late 19th century

Budapest - Climbing Castle Hill
A tram makes its way up Castle Hill in Budapest with the Chain Bridge in the background

Funicular train

A cable car heads up the funicular railway high above Wellington, the capital city, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

RM. Funicular. Budapest. Hungary

Peak Tramway - Hong Kong, China
The Peak Tramway - a funicular railway in Hong Kong, China, carrying both tourists and residents to the upper levels of Hong Kong Island - opened in 1888. Date: circa 1906

The Funicular Railway - Lourdes
The Lower end of the Funicular Railway - The Pic de Jer - Lourdes, France. Date: circa 1907

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"Discover the Charm of Funiculars: From Coastal Views to Alpine Adventures" Embark on a thrilling journey as we explore the world railways. Starting at the stunning Cliff Tramway and Pier in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, England, prepare to be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of Redcar and Cleveland. This picturesque spot in North Yorkshire offers a unique perspective of Europe's coastline. Venturing further south, we find ourselves in Montecatini Alto, Tuscany, Italy. Here, a charming funicular takes us below the hilltop town, offering an enchanting glimpse into Italian history and culture. Next stop: Budapest, Hungary. Ascend Castle Hill from Clark Adam Square aboard a historic funicular railway that has been transporting visitors for over a century. The panoramic vistas will leave you speechless as you soak up the beauty of this European gem. Continuing our adventure through Croatia's capital city Zagreb, we encounter yet another fascinating funicular experience. Marvel at its architectural wonders while ascending to new heights with ease. Switzerland beckons with its majestic peaks – Mt Eiger, Mt Jungfrau, and Mt Monch await atop Murren in Bernese Oberland. Hop on board their famous funiculars for an unforgettable alpine escapade that promises awe-inspiring scenery at every turn. For those seeking tranquility amidst nature's splendor, Monte Bre near Lake Lugano is your haven. Take in sweeping views from above as you ride along the Funicular Railway – it's like floating among clouds. Ukraine presents its own captivating charm with Kiev's modern funicular system providing convenient transportation across this vibrant cityscape. Norway invites us to witness Bergens' hills and harbor from Mount Floyen Funicular station – an ideal vantage point capturing Norway’s natural beauty juxtaposed against urban life. Our final destination brings us back to Switzerland where the Reichenbach Falls in Meiringen awaits.