[bdonlan]

It was originally a switching/signalling waypoint, and later started seasonal passenger service for skiiers in 1932, before later switching to year-round service. Apparently it used to be a popular hiking destination as well, but with the establishment of more convenient rail and road routes became less popular in the 80s.

[toss1]

Convenient — your hike (or climbing with skiis) starts immediately at the train platform!

[koakuma-chan]

I would rather take stairs instead a really long escalator, it's scary af (when going down).

[m463]

> 486-step staircase

> service for skiiers

Can't help but think of trudging up the gondola stairs at heavenly in ski boots at the end of the day.

this is why snowboarding will win in the end.