The world's steepest funicular railway has opened to the public in Switzerland. Specially constructed cylindrical carriages have been used to ensure that passengers can stay upright on the incline.

Gelmerbahn in the canton of Bern, Switzerland, is the steepest funicular in Europe. It has an inclination of up to 106% and a 1,028m (3,373ft) long track. It takes you to the Gelmer Valley 1860m ...

The Seelisberg Railway takes you from the shores of Lake Lucerne in Treib up to Seelisberg. The journey takes eight minutes and allows you to enjoy a wonderful view.

The Polybahn is a funicular, like a train on a steep incline (sometimes called a hillavator). The rails go up and down, making it feel like a slow roller coaster. I thought the Swiss funicular was ...

While Switzerland is known for being expensive, you can enjoy incredible Alpine views without breaking the bank at this ...

Built at a cost of £26m, the funicular was first opened in 2001 The Cairngorm funicular railway is to remain out of action through the summer and possibly longer, Highlands and Islands Enterprise ...