Jul 19, 2023 · If you are in Prague in October 2024 during the weekends, you can visit the Petrin Funicular buildings for a special guided tours, exhibitions and events and ‘Say goodbye’ to the funicular the foreseeable future.

Due to the emergency condition of the funicular track (due to the damage to the track caused by extreme rainfall) and its planned reconstruction (March 2025), the operation of the funicular between Újezd and Petřín is interrupted.

In operation since 1891, the Petřín Funicular Railway is the best way to get to the top of the Petřín Hill. The track is 510 metres long with an elevation of 130 metres.

The Petřín funicular (Czech: Lanová dráha na Petřín) is a funicular railway in the Czech capital city of Prague. It normally links the Malá Strana district with the top of Petřín (Czech pronunciation: [ˈpɛtr̝̊iːn]) hill, and is operated by the tramway division of Prague Integrated Transport, the local public transit system. [1]

Sep 26, 2024 · Those who want to explore the top of Prague’s scenic Petřín Park will soon have to access this beloved spot by alternate means: funicular service is being canceled earlier than expected due to recent heavy rain and damage to the rail track.

Oct 23, 2024 · There are several ways you can get to the top of Petrin Hill during the closure of the funicular. If you don’t mind walking up a fairly steep hill, just start walking from the funicular station at Ujezd taking any path that goes up.

Petřín Funicular (Lanová dráha na Petřín) runs from the Lesser Town up Petřín Hill. At the top, in landscaped gardens, is Petřín Tower and an observatory. A half way stop serves Nebozizek Restaurant.

The funicular is the easiest way to get up to Petrin Tower. Without the funicular, it would be a moderately intense hike up to the top of Petrin Hill. There is a charge, but you can ride free if you have a subway Metro pass.

The funicular railway starts in Mala Strana (Lesser Town), at the tram stop “Ujezd” (trams No 12, 22, 23) and end up the Petrin hill, where, besides admiring the magnificent view over Prague, you can also take a look at the Astronomical Observatory (opened in 1930), or climb the Lookout Tower. Another well worth it option would be a stroll ...

Petrin Hill in Prague is a slice of wilderness in the heart of the city. It sits at 327 metres above sea level, towering over a sea of red roofs and the glistening Vltava River. If you want to escape the crowds in Prague, climbing Petrin Hill can offer some much needed respite.