Garaventa realizes modern aerial tramway for Romania's landmark

Garaventa has realized a new aerial tramway on Tâmpa Mountain in Brașov, Romania. The replacement of the historical facility from 1970 combines state-of-the-art ropeway technology and accessibility and also allows for night rides. The aerial tramway features a supportless line layout, and the existing stations could largely be reused.

On October 19, 2025, the new aerial tramway on Tâmpa Mountain was officially put into operation in Brașov, Romania, replacing the existing ropeway installation from 1970 and improving access to the popular viewpoint above the city Brașov. The reopening coincided with the 55th anniversary of the original commissioning of the Tâmpa aerial tramway.

The new, single-cable aerial tramway follows the existing line layout and operates completely without supports. It harmoniously integrates into the existing route and surroundings. Where possible, the structural substance of the valley and mountain stations was preserved and the new installation was integrated. The entire ropeway technology, including drive and control, has been updated to the current standard and ensures efficient and reliable operation.

The two red cabins from the manufacturer Carvatech, which like Garaventa belongs to the Doppelmayr Group, offer space for 25 people each. This has increased the transport capacity compared to the previous installation. In addition to passenger transport, freight transport is also planned, for example, for the newly opened panorama restaurant at the summit.

The installation is new, barrier-free, and designed for night operation. Thus, it has a unique selling point among the aerial tramways in Romania.

Collaborative Partnership

After completing the planning and preparation work, the assembly of the installation began in February 2025. This was carried out in close collaboration with the operator of the aerial tramway, ANA Teleferic. Garaventa was responsible on-site for the assembly organization and supervision, while additional workers were provided by the customer. Thanks to the good collaboration between all parties involved, the project was successfully completed.

This project once again shows what is possible when technical know-how, cultural understanding, and collaborative partnership come together.

25-ATW Brașov-Tâmpa, Rumänien (CHE)

• Client: S.C. ANA TELEFERIC SA
• Inclined length: 560 m Vertical rise: 312 m Capacity: 490 pph
• Speed: 8 m/s
• Opened: 10/2025