Zagreb Funicular
The Zagreb Funicular (Template:Langx) is the funicular in Zagreb, Croatia, operated by ZET, situated in Tomić Street, connecting Ilica (Donji Grad) with Strossmayerovo šetalište (Strossmayer promenade) to the north (Gornji Grad). Its Script error: No such module "convert". track makes it one of the shortest public-transport funiculars in the world.[1]
History
In 1888, D.W. Klein won a concession to build a funicular in Zagreb. The funicular was built and put into operation in 1890. The funicular was propelled by a steam engine. Initially, the steam pressure was so low, and repairs were so frequent, that it remained out of operation nearly half of the time. [2] In 1934 its steam propulsion was replaced by an electric motor.[3]
In 1969 operation of the funicular was suspended due to security reasons: its systems were worn out. Repairs lasted four and half years, and it was put back in operation on July 26, 1974. [4]
Having in mind that it kept its original shape, constructional and most of the technical properties, it was given legal protection as a monument of culture.[2]
On 20 January 2025 the funicular was closed down for operation until March 2026 for complete overhaul that includes track replacement with anti-vibration padding, installation of a new three-phase electric motor, hauling rope replacement, new air-conditioned cabins, disabled access to both stations and cabins as well as HVAC system improvements on both stations.[5]
Technical characteristics
The funicular has two cars for 28 passengers each (16 seated and 12 standing places). It runs at a speed of Script error: No such module "convert"., requiring 64 seconds to cross the distance. Its rides are scheduled every 10 minutes every day from 6:30 to 24:00.[6]
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See also
References
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