Millie G.
8/20/2025
This was an awesome experience !! You're looking at one of the world's shortest and steepest funicular railways! Built in 1882 by banker and former state senator J.K. Graves to shorten his...
Fenelon Place Elevator Company
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512 Fenelon Pl
Dubuque, IA 52001
The Fenelon Place Elevator Co., also known as the Fourth Street Elevator, is a historic cable car that offers a unique and thrilling experience as the world's shortest and steepest scenic railway.
With a length of 296 feet, this funicular railway elevates passengers 189 feet from Fourth Street up to Fenelon Place, providing a magnificent view of downtown Dubuque's business district, the Mississippi River, and three states.
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Donna H.
7/5/2025
Just down the road from our hotel was the Fenelon Elevator. The Fenelon Place Elevator is a 3 ft narrow gauge funicular railway also known as the Fourth Street Elevator. It is claimed to be the...
Cathy S.
6/16/2025
We really enjoyed this ride! This funicular is in Dubuque and is short and steep. Fun way to get down the hill.
Barry L.
11/20/2024
Fun and unique. Ever seen WISCONSIN from the top of the shortest, steepest railroad IN THE WORLD?! It's just across the Mississippi in Dubuque! The original owner didn't want to make the walk...
Mark D.
4/25/2025
Nice scenic ride for a couple bucks. Definitely worth doing once. Six of us took a round trip. Tip? Stay seated or they'll stop the train.
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