125 years of travel with wastewater

The landmark-protected, water-balanced funicular in Freiburg is one of the last of its kind. This year, the facility celebrates its 125th anniversary. Reason enough to take a closer look at the iconic symbol of the Swiss city.

As part of the urban public transportation network, co-managed by the Freiburg agglomeration, the funicular remains a vital link between the upper and lower parts of Freiburg, even 125 years after its establishment.

Today, its operation is ensured by the Freiburg Public

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