Surface lift Bärenfall in Amden
2-person Surface lift Bärenfall
AI Abstract
The Bärenfall cable car in Amden (built in 1984) spans a distance of 1180 meters, covering an elevation difference between 1256 m and 1636 m. It was built by Garaventa. The maximum capacity is 780 people per hour.
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| Location | Amden (Bärenfall) |
| Name | Bärenfall |
| Type | 2-SLE (SUMF-E2) |
| Operating Time | 1984 - To date |
| Manufacturer | Garaventa |
| Status |
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- Country: Switzerland
- Canton / State: St. Gallen
- Location: Amden (Bärenfall)
- Name: Bärenfall
- Type: 2-SLE
- Operating Time: 1984-To date
- Year of construction: 1984
- Manufacturer: Garaventa
- Status: In operation
- Bottom station altitude: 1256 m
- Difference in altitude: 380 m
- Length: 1180 m
- Capacity: 780 P/h
- Transportation uphill: Yes
- Transportation downhill: No
Frequently asked questions
What is the ropeway Bärenfall?
The Bärenfall ropeway is a 2-person Surface lift in Amden and connects the valley station at 1256 m to the mountain station at 1636 m.
What is the hourly passenger capacity of the Bärenfall ropeway?
The maximum capacity of the Bärenfall ropeway is 780 people per hour.
When was the Bärenfall ropeway constructed?
The Bärenfall ropeway was constructed in 1984.
Where is the Bärenfall ropeway located?
The Bärenfall ropeway is operating in Amden (Switzerland).
How long is the Bärenfall ropeway?
The diagonal length of the Bärenfall ropeway is 1180 meters.
What is the elevation gain of the Bärenfall ropeway?
The Bärenfall ropeway covers an elevation gain of 380 meters.
Who is the manufacturer of the Bärenfall ropeway?
The Bärenfall ropeway was constructed by the company Garaventa.
Technical data
| Bottom station altitude | 1256 | m |
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| Top station altitude | 1636 | m |
| Difference in altitude | 380 | m |
| Length | 1180 | m |
| Capacity | 780 | P/h |
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| Transportation uphill | Yes | |
| Transportation downhill | No | |
| Remarks | None | |
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Location of the installation
Coordinates (decimal): Bottom station 47.16172 N / 9.15256 E, Top station 47.17139 N / 9.14845 E
Location of the installation: Google Maps • Swisstopo
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Ropeway in operation 
Ropeway out of operation 
Ropeway dismantled
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