Kurwaldbahn - cable railway

The two cabins of the funicular railway connect the city center with the spa area on the Bismarckhöhe in a shuttle service. With a maximum speed of 4 m/s, a height difference of 132 m is overcome over a distance of 220 m. With this 78 percent gradient, the Kurwaldbahn is one of the steepest funicular railways in the world! From the top, there is an impressive view of the spa town and the Lahn Valley.

More than 150 meters separate the two spa areas on the Bismarckhöhe and in the historic valley location. Those who want to bridge the height difference in the shortest way can take the Kurwaldbahn.

Up to 20 people can be transported in each of the two cabins of this ecological passenger vehicle. They meet halfway along the steep slope. The exact height difference of 132 meters between the mountain and valley stations is managed by the red cabins in less than two minutes, operating at a seven-minute interval.

Located at the mountain station is the panoramic restaurant Bismack's. From here, beautiful walks and hikes can also be undertaken. For instance, the premium trail HöhenLuft is directly at the mountain station. A hiking board shows the way.

Bicycles cannot be transported for safety reasons.