Zagreb Funicular

The Zagreb Funicular (Croatian: Zagrebačka uspinjača) is the funicular in Zagreb, Croatia, operated by ZET, situated in Tomić Street, connecting Ilica (Donji Grad) with Strossmayerovo šetalište (Strossmayer promenade) to the north (Gornji Grad).

Initially, the steam pressure was so low, and repairs were so frequent, that it remained out of operation nearly half of the time.

[4] Having in mind that it kept its original shape, constructional and most of the technical properties, it was given legal protection as a monument of culture.

[2] On 20 January 2025 the funicular was closed down for operation until March 2026 for complete overhaul that includes track replacement with anti-vibration padding, installation of a new three-phase electric motor, hauling rope replacement, new air-conditioned cabins, disabled access to both stations and cabins as well as HVAC system improvements on both stations.

It has a power output of 28.5 kW (38.2 hp), operates on 400 V direct current, at 720 revolutions per minute.