Gelmerbahn - Guttannen, Schweiz | Video
The Gelmerbahn in Switzerland is the steepest open funicular in Europe. It transports tourists from an altitude of 1412 meters to over 1860 meters above sea level, as well as to the Gelmer lake located at 1849 meters. Read more
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Airport nearby: Bern Airport (BRN - Bern, Ch), 70 km away.
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