MerkurBergbahn
MerkurBergbahn
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  • jaimeelsabio
    Maryland4,320 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cash only, so plan accordingly
    We walked to the funicular from our hotel for the exercise. While only 2.2km the majority is up hill. Coming back was a breeze. We arrived early in the day, there was no wait, and we got n the first car. A round trip ticket was 7€, cash only. There are a couple ticket machines that supposedly take credit cards. The ride to the top took five minutes. At the top there are trails for biking or hiking, restrooms, and a restaurant (also cash only). There are good views from the top. When we got back to the bottom around noon, the line was probably 30-40 people long waiting to go up, and the parking lot was completely full.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 20 May 2023
  • FamilyofFiveSF
    San Mateo, California115 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent way to view the Black Forest
    We rode the funicular up and down the mountain for a spectacular view of the Black Forest. We highly recommend that getting a ride to the top and riding the cable car down and then walking from the base into the small town of Baden Baden. There are spectacular views and very nice residential homes on the way down. The town of Baden Baden is lush with greenery and there are some very nice restaurants for lunch or dinner after the 20 min hike.
    Visited July 2023
    Written 5 August 2023
  • lama704
    London, United Kingdom71 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth visiting
    A nice place with a cable train and excellent views. It’s only 15 mins by bus 204 or 205 from the city centre and definitely worth visiting. An observation tower has a lift that takes you even higher. Certainly a good option on 1-2 days’ trip. Fun for both adults and kids
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 28 August 2023
  • Out This Door
    Mesa, Arizona236 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    lovely but not a top thing to do
    The two trains run continuously, one going up while the other comes down. About 20 people can fit at a time. The ride itself takes barely 10 min and is pretty as you go steeply up through the forest. At the top is a restaurant with an outdoor terrace, a playground, a stone monument, and the viewing tower. I was confounded by how to open the door and gave up twice but figured out that you had to press the square button and open the door at the same time (there’s wild boars in the area, I guess they can get in?). In the tower are bathrooms. The spiral staircase goes up to two different viewing levels. The first is completely indoors with glass windows and a high ledge. The next viewing level up is open air, with a high ledge to protect us. Either viewing area provides lovely views of the forest, Baden-Baden, the Hohenberg castle, and farms. No additional charge to enter the tower. Many people come up on their bikes. There is a very tiny gift shop selling magnets and postcards. It is enjoyable if you have extended time in Baden-Baden.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 25 September 2023
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WatfordPete
Portsmouth439 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
If you do 1 thing in Baden Baden, do this. Apart from the views from the top, the ride up itself if pretty special - especially if, like us, you saw a naked man sitting solo in the carriage coming downhill! He looked like Rasputin in case you stumble across him yourself.
Written 18 February 2024
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Svetle G
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
One day in Baden Baden was fantasy! Went by funicular railway to Merkur mountain and the view was like in a Fairy tale
Recomend to all: to see, to enjoy, to have that sensation ❤❤
Written 25 October 2023
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Out This Door
Mesa, AZ236 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
The two trains run continuously, one going up while the other comes down. About 20 people can fit at a time. The ride itself takes barely 10 min and is pretty as you go steeply up through the forest. At the top is a restaurant with an outdoor terrace, a playground, a stone monument, and the viewing tower. I was confounded by how to open the door and gave up twice but figured out that you had to press the square button and open the door at the same time (there’s wild boars in the area, I guess they can get in?). In the tower are bathrooms. The spiral staircase goes up to two different viewing levels. The first is completely indoors with glass windows and a high ledge. The next viewing level up is open air, with a high ledge to protect us. Either viewing area provides lovely views of the forest, Baden-Baden, the Hohenberg castle, and farms. No additional charge to enter the tower. Many people come up on their bikes. There is a very tiny gift shop selling magnets and postcards. It is enjoyable if you have extended time in Baden-Baden.
Written 25 September 2023
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886tinal
Seattle, WA260 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
From the description in the city brochure, we thought the walk would be easy from Paradies Park to the bottom of the lift. It was quite strenuous. I recommend taking a car or bus to the lift, as we were too tired from the trek uphill to explore much once we got to the top. Fine view of Basel and the area. The restaurant at the top was odd - 3 people seemingly working, but very poor service and expensive, mediocre food and drink.
Written 6 September 2023
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lama704
London, UK71 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
A nice place with a cable train and excellent views. It’s only 15 mins by bus 204 or 205 from the city centre and definitely worth visiting. An observation tower has a lift that takes you even higher. Certainly a good option on 1-2 days’ trip. Fun for both adults and kids
Written 28 August 2023
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FamilyofFiveSF
San Mateo, CA115 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
We rode the funicular up and down the mountain for a spectacular view of the Black Forest. We highly recommend that getting a ride to the top and riding the cable car down and then walking from the base into the small town of Baden Baden. There are spectacular views and very nice residential homes on the way down.

The town of Baden Baden is lush with greenery and there are some very nice restaurants for lunch or dinner after the 20 min hike.
Written 5 August 2023
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S E
Avondale, AZ761 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
Nice ride up the mountain above Wiesbaden. Beautiful church and a couple restaurants on top. City bus #1 takes you right to the funicular.
Written 4 August 2023
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jaimeelsabio
Maryland4,320 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
We walked to the funicular from our hotel for the exercise. While only 2.2km the majority is up hill. Coming back was a breeze. We arrived early in the day, there was no wait, and we got n the first car. A round trip ticket was 7€, cash only. There are a couple ticket machines that supposedly take credit cards. The ride to the top took five minutes. At the top there are trails for biking or hiking, restrooms, and a restaurant (also cash only). There are good views from the top. When we got back to the bottom around noon, the line was probably 30-40 people long waiting to go up, and the parking lot was completely full.
Written 20 May 2023
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littletamsin27
London, UK251 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
The funiculars are brand new and in fab condition. Unfortunately the day we visited was exceptionally cloudy and we couldn’t see any of the incredible views from the top, but it was worth the ride all the same.
Written 29 May 2022
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Wael khalifa
Cairo, Egypt191 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Couples
We took the train up and down. The views from the top is breath taking. You can also take the elevator to the top deck of the tower for even better views. It is a must see in Baden Baden
Written 12 May 2022
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