History of the Petřín funicular
-Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Petřinská cableway, also known as the "Petřínská lánová dráha", is one of the oldest and most famous cableways in the Czech Republic. Its history dates back to the end of the 19th century, when it was built as part of the Jubilee Exhibition in 1891. This exhibition was intended to showcase the progress of Czech industry and culture.
The funicular was designed by the architect František Křižík and its construction was based on the technical innovations of the time. The first ride took place on 26 August 1891, ...
