Its called the Hammetschwand Elevator and you can find it in Switzerland. Opened in 1905, its Europe’s highest exterior elevator and carries passengers 153 meters vertically in under a minute. Once you’ve reached the top you are greeted with panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps. Sweet!

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....