Drive Wheel of the Merkur-Bergbahn
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 195 out of 202 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Best Hikes to Drive Wheel of the Merkur-Bergbahn
- Easy
4.6
(5)
16
Merkur Funicular Railway – Häslichmatt Hut and Meadow loop from Ebersteinburg01:46
5.90km
190m
Easy3.0
(1)
16
Merkur Funicular Railway – Merkur Mountain Railway loop from Talstation MerkurBergbahn01:44
5.40km
230m
Intermediate4.6
(120)
670
Viewpoint at Merkur Tower – View from Merkur Mountain loop from Talstation MerkurBergbahn03:15
10.6km
380m
Tips
The cogwheels on the Merkurbahn are part of the safety brakes on the steep funicular railway in Baden-Baden. They are clearly visible near the valley station – a fascinating view of the technology for hikers and railway enthusiasts.
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•June 29, 2025
These impressive cogwheels are located at the parking lot and at the Merkurbergbahn valley station.
translated by•January 26, 2025
One of the oldest and steepest funicular railways in Germany. Great route - straight up to the Merkur summit. Opening times, current rates, technical data, webcam and much more online: stadtwerke-baden-baden.de/de/mobilitaet-freizeit/merkurbahn
translated by•December 29, 2024
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Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Best Hikes to Drive Wheel of the Merkur-Bergbahn
- Easy
4.6
(5)
16
Merkur Funicular Railway – Häslichmatt Hut and Meadow loop from Ebersteinburg01:46
5.90km
190m
Easy3.0
(1)
16
Merkur Funicular Railway – Merkur Mountain Railway loop from Talstation MerkurBergbahn01:44
5.40km
230m
Intermediate4.6
(120)
670
Viewpoint at Merkur Tower – View from Merkur Mountain loop from Talstation MerkurBergbahn03:15
10.6km
380m
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