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Petřín Funicular – Prague

 
 
 
Lanová dráha na Petřín
Sokolovská 217/42
190 22, Praha 9
www.dpp.cz
 
GPS: 50.08333, 14.395
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Petřín Funicular – Prague

The Petřín Funicular began operating on July 25, 1891, originally using a water-counterbalance system. Its operation was suspended in 1916 due to World War I.

The funicular was not restored until 1932, when it was also converted to electric power. It then reliably served the public for more than 30 years.

In 1965, extensive landslides on Petřín Hill severely damaged the funicular track, forcing the service to close.

After a 20-year interruption, the Petřín Funicular resumed operation in 1985, when it became part of Prague's public transport system.

Regular Maintenance Inspections

The funicular is closed during scheduled maintenance inspections.

  • Spring maintenance: March 14 – April 1, 2011

  • Autumn maintenance: October 10–27, 2011

Technical Specifications

  • Track length: 510.4 m

  • Number of stations: 3

  • Number of cars: 2

  • Passenger capacity per car: 100 passengers

  • Vertical rise: 130 m

  • Operating speed: 4 m/s

 
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