What is the crazy rollercoaster in Switzerland?

Gelmerbahn is the ultimate Alpine Rollercoaster The Gelmerbahn, built in 1926, only opened to the public in 2001 when the hydropower company that produces hydroelectricity from the dams near the Gelmerbahn and Grimsel pass decided to turn it into a tourist attraction.



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The Gelmerbahn's 106% gradient makes it Europe's steepest open-air funiculaire which definitely adds to the appeal of this unique attraction which very much resembles a rollercoaster...

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This is a definite must-do when in Switzerland. Easily accessible from either Zurich or Lucerne, getting on the Gelmerbahn isn't limited to just experiencing this extremely steep funicular ride. The lake at the top (Gelmersee) is a stunning revelation! We came on a weekday and it wasn't crowded at all.

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A trip on the Gelmerbahn is an experience like no other, with a turquoise mountain lake awaiting you after the rattling 12-minute trip backwards up the mountain. With a gradient of 106 percent, it is undoubtedly the steepest open passenger funicular railway in Europe.

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Shambhala: Expedición al Himalaya is a steel hypercoaster roller coaster located at PortAventura Park in Salou and Vilaseca, Spain.

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