Polybahn

The “Polybähnli”, as the little red funicular is affectionately called, takes just 100 seconds to travel from Central up to the Polyterrasse. The old-timer train is particularly popular with students – after all, it is the shortest connection from Limmatquai to Zurich University and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. However, tourists and locals also like to take a ride on the Polybahn as it is so convenient. At the top, the Polyterrasse offers a wonderful view over the Old Town and Lake Zurich.

The funicular went into operation in 1889 as the “Zürichbergbahn” and today is one of Zurich’s best known landmarks. The so-called Student Express transports up to two million passengers each year. That is hardly surprising – for the train, which seats 50 people, runs every 2 – 5 minutes.

Incidentally, the ride is free of charge with the Zürich Card.