A 125-year-old ‘flying train’ in Germany still carries 80,000 passengers a day, a bizarre-looking 1901 solution to moving through one of the country’s most crowded valleys

The Schwebebahn in Wuppertal, Germany, boasts a rich history of 125 years, effectively navigating the city's tight industrial valley space. This remarkable suspended train system transports more than 80,000 inhabitants daily, becoming pivotal for urban transport and commuting. An intriguing event in its history involves the unexpected fall of an elephant, adding to the railway's unique legacy.