Chemin de fer funiculaire Territet-Glion

The Chemin de fer Montreux - Territet - Glion - Rochers-de-Naye is a funicular in Switzerland, which runs from Territet to Glion, connecting at its upper terminus with what was the lower terminus of the Chemin de fer Montreux-Glion-Rochers-de-Naye (GN) mountain railway, which opened in 1892. This later line was joined, in 1909, in an end on junction at Glion with the newly constructed Chemin de fer Montreux-Glion (MGl).

History

The line was opened in 1883 and built to 1 m (3 ft 3³⁄₈ in) - gauge with a mid - point passing loop. Originally the line consisted of three rails, the centre one being shared by both the up and down cars, and opening out at the passing point so the cars can pass. The stations had two side platforms, which can still be seen. Since then, the railway has been rebuilt on more conventional lines, two rails opening at the halfway point to form a passing loop with one platform in use at top and bottom stations.

The present two cars, painted in an all-over red livery, were built by Carroisiere Gangolf AG of Bern.

Services

The service, in each direction, commences at 05h25, then at 05h45 and every 15 minutes until 21h15, 21h45 and every 30 minutes until 23h15, 23h50, 00h20 and 00h45. On Saturday and Sunday mornings there is a service at 01h30.