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Gaustabanen Funicular

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  • Location: Tinn, Telemark, Norway

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    October 7, 2020

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    Gaustabahn is a battery-powered funicular railway up Gaustatoppen. The railway travels 850 metres (2,780 ft) through a tunnel built into the mountain.

    July 18, 2022

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    For those who don't want to do the hike, a secret from the Cold War era awaits inside the mountain. The hidden Gaustabanen cable car takes you comfortably to the top.

    The journey to the top begins with a kind of tram ride to the starting point of the cable car, which is 850 meters inside the mountain. Then transfer to the cable car, which covers a 40-degree climb over 1,145 meters. Once at the top, all you have to do is enjoy the wonderful view.
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    The Gaustabanen is a unique funicular railway that takes visitors to the summit of Gaustatoppen. What makes it special is that most of the railway runs inside the mountain.
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    Gaustabanen Funicular – View from Gaustatoppen loop from Hotell sjøn

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 1,200 m

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    Location: Tinn, Telemark, Norway

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