Funicular Collection (#5)

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

Lourdes, Frances - Funicular Railway - Viaduct du Pic du Jer Date: 1910s

Lourdes, Frances - Funicular Railway - Grand Jer Date: 1906

Stairway up to the Railway Station at Laon, France
Stairway up to the Railway Station at Laon, Aisne department in Picardy, France. A beggar sits at the foot of the long stair, holding out his hat in hope of a charitable donation

Funicular Cog Railway - Madeira, Portugal
Funicular Cog Railway from Funchal to Monte on Madeira Island, Portugal which operated between 1893 and 1943, and went further up to Terreiro da Luta at 867 m above sea level

ITALY, Como Province, Brunate. Arrival view of the Como-Brunate Funicolare tram
Italy, Como Province, Brunate. Arrival view of the Como-Brunate Funicolare tram

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Italy, Bergamo, funicular up to hilltop medieval town (Editorial Usage Only)

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Italy, Dolomites, Trentino, Pordoi Pass, funicular ride to observatory

Hungary, capital city of Budapest. Tunnel to Castle Hill, finicular on left

Hungary, Budapest. Historic Budavari Funicular that takes passengers to Castle Hill. View of Chain Bridge, Danube River & Pest

West Hill Lift (1891), Hastings, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
West Hill Lift (1891), Hastings, East Sussex, England

View from funicular railway on snowless mountain, with Aviemore and Loch Morlich in distance, Cairn Gorm, Cairngorms N.P. Inverness-shire, Highlands, Scotland, March

Italy, Lombardy, Lake Como, Como, funicular train to Brunate

Switzerland, Berne Canton, Lake Thun, Niesen, funicular railway

Funicular railway, Hastings, UK
Funicular railway. Passenger cars passing on the East Cliff Lift, Hastings, UK. This funicular railway opened in 1902 and is the steepest funicular railway in Britain

Funicular railway in Vladivostok
Funicular railway. Railway worker inspecting the motor that powers the Vladivostok Funicular, Russia. This is a railway of about 180 metres length that rises 70 metres in elevation

Venice People Mover C013 / 9756
Venice People Mover. This transport system, which opened in April 2010, operates in Venice, Italy. It consists of an elevated rail with three stations

Venice People Mover C013 / 9755
Venice People Mover. This transport system, which opened in April 2010, operates in Venice, Italy. It consists of an elevated rail with three stations

Saltburn Cliff Tramway showing Water Balancing Mechamism, Saltburn by the Sea, Redcar and Cleveland, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Tram-like vehicle is part of a funicular railway at Valparaiso, Chile

Muottas Muragl, Switzerland. Funicular to the top of Muottas Muragl near St. Moritz

Uphill car is about to pass the downhill car on the Cairngorm funicular railway, Cairngorms, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Territet-Montreaux, (i. e. Montreux), funicular railway, Gen
Territet-Montreaux, (i.e. Montreux), funicular railway, Geneva Lake, Switzerland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Murren Mountain Funicular Railway - Switzerland. The original Lauterbrunnen-Murren Mountain Railway opened in 1891 - it connects Lauterbrunnen with traffic-free Murren. 1902

Montmartre - Sacre Coeur - base of the Funicular
Montmartre, Paris, France - Basilica Sacre Coeur - view close to the lower end of the Funicular railway, featuring the flock of goats who used to reside there. Date: circa 1930s

Open Cable Car at San Sebastan, Spain
Spain - San Sebastian - The Monte Ulia Funicular Shuttle Arrives at the Station. This open cable car was opened on September 30, 1907 and was designed by Leonardo Torres y Quevedo (1852-1936)

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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.