Gediminas Hill Lift (Lithuanian: Keltuvas į Gedimino kalną[1][2]) is an inclined lift in up the slope of the Gediminas Hill, Vilnius, Lithuania. Opened in 2003, it is used by visitors to reach the Upper Castle and Gediminas Tower.[3]

Gediminas Hill Lift
Overview
StatusIn service
LocaleVilnius
Stations2
Websitehttp://www.lnm.lt/darbo-laikas/
Service
TypeInclined elevator
Services1
Operator(s)Vilniaus pilių valstybinio kultūrinio rezervato direkcija
Rolling stock1 ABS Transportbahnen (Doppelmayr Garaventa Group)
History
Opened2003
Technical
Line length65 m (213 ft)
Number of tracks1
Character1
Track gauge1,200 mm (3 ft 11+14 in)
Operating speed2 m/s (4.5 mph)

Description

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The lift was built by ABS Transportbahnen (Doppelmayr Garaventa Group).[4] The system is operated by Vilniaus pilių direkcija. [5]

The main characteristics of the lift are as follows:[3]

  • Length: 65 metres (213 ft)
  • Difference in level: 39 m (128 ft)
  • Inclination: 37°
  • Track gauge: 1,200 mm (47.2 ft)
  • Travel speed: 2 m/s (6.56 ft/s)
  • Cabin capacity: 16 passengers

The lift is powered by electricity. The time of one ride is 1 minute.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Darbo laikas". Lietuvos nacionalinis muziejus.
  2. ^ "Vilniaus pilių valstybinio kultūrinio rezervato tvarkymo planas (planavimo schema)" (PDF). Vilniaus pilių valstybinio kultūrinio rezervato direkcija. Retrieved 2019-02-19.
  3. ^ a b "Gediminas Castle Vilnius / Lithuania". ABS Transportbahnen Ges.m.b.H. Retrieved 2019-02-18.
  4. ^ "Information". ABS Transportbahnen Ges.m.b.H. Retrieved 2019-02-18.
  5. ^ a b "Gediminas Castle Museum". www.funiculars.net. Retrieved 2019-02-18.

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